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Irene Bassel Frick, Business Attorney in Tampa, Florida

focused on Business and Litigation

Tampa, FL

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Irene Bassel Frick is an attorney based in Tampa, FLORIDA. The practice focuses on Business and Litigation.

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Business · Litigation
  • Handles Business and Litigation matters from Tampa, FLORIDA.
  • Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026).

About Irene Bassel Frick: Irene Bassel Frick is an attorney based in Tampa, FLORIDA. The practice focuses on Business and Litigation.

Areas of practice

Practice areas handled by Irene Bassel Frick

Irene concentrates on business and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Irene handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Business cases in Tampa, Florida

Irene takes business matters in Tampa, Florida. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Irene agrees to represent you.

Litigation cases in Tampa, Florida

Irene takes litigation matters in Tampa, Florida. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Irene agrees to represent you.

Biography

About Irene Bassel Frick — Attorney of Florida business experience

Irene Bassel Frick is an attorney based in Tampa, FLORIDA. The practice focuses on Business and Litigation.

Irene Bassel Frick serves as the managing partner of Akerman’s Tampa office. A trial lawyer with experience in state and federal court, arbitrations, and administrative proceedings, Irene has a multifaceted litigation practice encompassing contractual disputes, class action defense, fiduciary duty claims, business torts, non-compete litigation, construction disputes, and commercial foreclosure litigation. Her clients include employers, insurers, employee benefit plans, and third party providers; architects, engineers, and contractors; and developers, owners, lenders and financial services institutions.

In addition to her general commercial litigation experience, Irene has extensive class action experience in the context of contractual and commercial disputes as well as in the employee benefits practice area. Irene also has significant experience in employee benefits litigation in general, including ERISA litigation. Within the context of employee benefits, Irene litigates claims related to retirement income plans such as ESOP or profit sharing plans and welfare plans, such as life, health, and disability plans. Irene also assists clients in enforcing and defending non-compete disputes in the context of commercial transactions. With respect to her experience representing lenders and financial services clients, Irene has defended lender liability claims, and handled all aspects of commercial litigation including the enforcement of commercial loans and prosecution of commercial foreclosures, appointment of receivers, and bankruptcy and deficiency litigation. Within the construction context, Irene litigates defects, liens, and bonds.

Active in the community, Irene is a past president of the Hillsborough Association for Women Lawyers as well as a founding member of the Pearl Society, which provides civil legal assistance to low-income and disadvantaged clients in the Tampa Bay area.

Irene's approach to business cases

Irene Bassel Frick serves as the managing partner of Akerman’s Tampa office. A trial lawyer with experience in state and federal court, arbitrations, and administrative proceedings, Irene has a multifaceted litigation practice encompassing contractual disputes, class action defense, fiduciary duty claims, business torts, non-compete litigation, construction disputes, and commercial foreclosure…

Clients Irene works with

Irene reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business and litigation matters in Tampa and the surrounding Florida area.

Credentials

Irene Bassel Frick's legal education and bar admissions

  • University of Florida

    J.D. · 1998

  • University of Florida

    BA · 1995

Jurisdictions

Irene's state bar admissions

  • Florida, The Florida

    ACTIVE

Irene studied at J.D. in University of Florida and BA in University of Florida.

Law school and academic background

Irene completed J.D. in University of Florida and BA in University of Florida. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Irene runs in Florida is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Awards, publications, and recognition of Irene Bassel Frick

Irene has received 8 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Awards:

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Martindale-Hubbell, AV Rated

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Tampa Bay Business Journal 2010, Recognized as an "Up & Comer"

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Florida Trend's Legal Elite 2012, Listed as an "Up & Comer"

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Florida Trend's Legal Elite 2014-2016, Listed for Commercial Litigation

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Super Lawyers Magazine 2014-2016, Listed in Florida for Business Litigation

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Florida Association for Women Lawyers 2016, Recognized as a "Leader in the Law"

    2026

Legal awards and honors

Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Martindale-Hubbell, AV Rated (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Tampa Bay Business Journal 2010, Recognized as an "Up & Comer" (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Florida Trend's Legal Elite 2012, Listed as an "Up & Comer" (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Florida Trend's Legal Elite 2014-2016, Listed for Commercial Litigation (2026).

Locations

Irene Bassel Frick's office in Tampa

Irene's primary office is at 401 East Jackson Street, Suite 1700, Tampa, Florida, 33602. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

401 East Jackson Street, Suite 1700

Tampa, Florida 33602

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Hiring guide

How to hire Irene Bassel Frick — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Irene usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Irene charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Irene's office.

What to bring to your first meeting

Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Irene will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a business attorney in Tampa, Florida

A short list to run through before you commit: How many business matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?

Fees & payment

Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Irene

Irene discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every business matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Irene confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Irene's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Irene Bassel Frick

  • How much does it cost to hire Irene for a business case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Irene walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Irene offer a free consultation?

    Irene charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Irene's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Irene's current terms during booking.

  • How long do business cases in Florida typically take?

    Simple business matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Irene gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Irene take my case if I'm outside Tampa?

    Irene is licensed in Florida. Matters governed by Florida law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Irene will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

  • What should I bring to my first meeting with Irene?

    Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Irene will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Irene accepting new business clients right now?

    Irene's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

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