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Rachael Wood, Employment Attorney in Clearwater, Florida

focused on Employment and Litigation

Clearwater, FL

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Rachael Wood is an attorney based in Clearwater, FLORIDA. The practice focuses on Employment and Litigation.

Based in
Clearwater, FLORIDA
Experience
attorney
Known for
Employment · Litigation
  • Handles Employment and Litigation matters from Clearwater, FLORIDA.
  • Recognized with Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Labor and Employment (St. Petersburg) (2022).

About Rachael Wood: Rachael Wood is an attorney based in Clearwater, FLORIDA. The practice focuses on Employment and Litigation.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Rachael takes on

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

Employment cases in Clearwater, Florida

Rachael takes employment matters in Clearwater, 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 Rachael agrees to represent you.

Litigation cases in Clearwater, Florida

Rachael takes litigation matters in Clearwater, 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 Rachael agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet Rachael Wood — employment lawyer in Clearwater

Rachael Wood is an attorney based in Clearwater, FLORIDA. The practice focuses on Employment and Litigation.

Rachael comes to Johnson Pope with diverse experience in employment law and trial litigation. While a student at Stetson College of Law, Rachael was a member of Stetson’s nationally recognized trial team and a member of the Stetson Law Review. Since being admitted to the Florida Bar in 2008, Rachael has represented clients in federal, state, and appellate courts on a variety of employment related matters. Rachael is an active member of the St. Petersburg Bar Association where she co-chairs the Employment and Labor Law Section. She was recognized as a Rising Star by Super Lawyers in 2016 and 2017.

Rachael's approach to employment cases

Rachael comes to Johnson Pope with diverse experience in employment law and trial litigation. While a student at Stetson College of Law, Rachael was a member of Stetson’s nationally recognized trial team and a member of the Stetson Law Review. Since being admitted to the Florida Bar in 2008, Rachael has represented clients in federal, state, and appellate courts on a variety of employment related…

Clients Rachael works with

Rachael reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment and litigation matters in Clearwater and the surrounding Florida area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • Stetson University

    JD · 2007

  • The University of Texas at Arlington

  • University of South Florida

Rachael studied at JD in Stetson University, — in The University of Texas at Arlington, and — in University of South Florida.

Law school and academic background

Rachael completed JD in Stetson University, — in The University of Texas at Arlington, and — in University of South Florida. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Rachael runs in Florida is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Recognition and thought leadership

Rachael has received 6 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Labor and Employment (St. Petersburg)

    2022

  • Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Individuals

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Awards:

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Stetson College of Law Edward D. Foreman Most Distinguished Student Award Recipient

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Named as a Rising Star by Super Lawyers in 2016 and 2017

    2026

Legal awards and honors

Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Labor and Employment (St. Petersburg) (2022). Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Individuals (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Stetson College of Law Edward D. Foreman Most Distinguished Student Award Recipient (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Named as a Rising Star by Super Lawyers in 2016 and 2017 (2026).

Locations

Rachael Wood's office in Clearwater

Rachael's primary office is at 311 Park Place blvd Suite 300, Clearwater, Florida, 33759. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

311 Park Place blvd Suite 300

Clearwater, Florida 33759

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Hiring guide

How to hire Rachael Wood — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

Rachael charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Rachael'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; Rachael will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a employment attorney in Clearwater, Florida

A short list to run through before you commit: How many employment 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 Rachael

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

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every employment 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. Rachael confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

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

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Rachael Wood

  • How much does it cost to hire Rachael for a employment case?

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

  • Does Rachael offer a free consultation?

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

  • How long do employment cases in Florida typically take?

    Simple employment 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. Rachael gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Rachael take my case if I'm outside Clearwater?

    Rachael 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 — Rachael 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 Rachael?

    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. Rachael will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Rachael accepting new employment clients right now?

    Rachael'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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