Most lawyers never handle a case the national media cares about. John has handled dozens.

That’s not a brag. It’s a statement about what kind of cases find him — and what kind of lawyer is willing to take them. High-profile cases don’t just require legal skill. They require the ability to manage media pressure, protect clients who are already under a microscope, and try cases in front of juries who have already formed opinions.

John has knocked on the doors of news trucks and sent them packing. He has worked with national television show producers to ensure a fair story gets told. He has stood next to clients in the middle of national firestorms and kept his focus on what matters: the outcome.

Notable High-Profile Matters

Kalil McCoy — $495 Million Verdict

The largest known jury verdict in Northeast Florida history. John tried this wrongful death case before a Duval County jury in January 2019. The televised trial resulted in a $495,123,680 verdict. Robert Shapiro, who attended the trial, left a voicemail for John’s wife telling her she had married “the best lawyer in America.”

Jordan Davis — “The Loud Music Shooting”

John represented the Davis family following the shooting of Jordan Davis — a case that became one of the defining civil rights and gun violence stories of its era. The case was tried nationally. Confidential settlement.

Omarosa Manigault Newman v. Trump Campaign

John represented Omarosa in the NDA enforcement dispute with the Trump Campaign. The result: $1.3 million in attorney’s fees awarded against the campaign. The campaign’s attorneys were ordered to pay for their overreach. That number stands as a statement.

YNW Melly

Represented the rapper Jamell Demons in a high-profile criminal matter in South Florida.

Howard Schneider — Pediatric Dental Abuse

Represented 131 children and their families against Jacksonville pediatric dentist Howard S. Schneider, who was accused of performing unnecessary and harmful procedures on children to maximize insurance billing. The case was covered by ABC News. Settlement achieved.

Gregory Hill — Civil Rights

Represented a party in the shooting of Gregory Hill by a St. Lucie County Sheriff’s deputy. The jury returned a $4 verdict — a number that sparked national conversation about how civil rights damages are calculated in Florida. The case led to legislative changes.

Tiger King

Represented a party in legal matters arising from the Netflix docuseries and its aftermath.

Ishika Lay — Olympic Boxer

Represented U.S. Olympic team boxer Ishika Lay, who suffered a brain injury after her chiropractor and others pushed her past healthy capacity during training. Confidential settlement secured.

Volusia County — Good Morning America

Won a $2.6 million verdict against Volusia County. The case was covered by Good Morning America.

High-Profile Doesn’t Mean Headline-Only

Not every case John takes makes national news. But every case is handled as if it might. The preparation, the commitment, and the willingness to go to trial — those don’t change based on whether CNN is watching.

For the full list of verdicts and settlements, visit Phillips, Hunt & Walker — Case Results.