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    W. Lee Elebash

    Counsel

    Pensacola/Destin
    850-469-3328
    lee.elebash@phelps.com
    Areas Of Focus
    LitigationCommercial LitigationUnfair Competition and Business Torts

    Lee Elebash is the first line of defense for individuals and business owners facing complex litigation. His practice includes litigation of business disputes, real estate matters, breach of contract claims, shareholder/partnership disputes, noncompetition agreements, interference with business opportunities and other business tort claims (including fraud and breach of fiduciary duty). Lee also litigates products liability cases on behalf of manufacturers and represents clients facing professional liability claims.

    Lee spends time with each client at the outset of an engagement to ensure that litigation strategies are aligned with the client’s goals. Where appropriate—and when consistent with the client’s objectives—Lee is adept at finding solutions that avoid the time and expense of litigation. Where early resolution is not possible, Lee is adept at protecting and defending a client’s interests in state and federal court.

    Experience

    • Obtained voluntary dismissal after taking first deposition in liability lawsuit against Canadian lumber manufacturer.
    • Secured confidential settlement in defense of New York-based financial services firm to resolve fraud and breach of fiduciary duty claims asserting more than $7 million in damages.
    • Represented guarantor group in connection with several real estate transactions, including securing unanimous defense verdict on fraud and RICO claims in 16-day federal jury trial. This led to the release of guaranty and return of collateral.
    • Resolved contentious partnership dispute for seafood producer without resorting to litigation.
    • Obtained full dismissal of tortious interference and conspiracy claims against independent family pharmacy brought by nationwide pharmacy chain in federal court.
    • Secured confidential settlement to resolve products liability action against large ammunition manufacturer.
    • Obtained summary judgment on all claims for insurance agency accused of fraud, negligence and breach of contract.
    • Obtained voluntary dismissal of all claims after first deposition in defense of health care provider facing breach of contract and unjust enrichment claims.
    • Obtained defense judgment at conclusion of trial in defense of automobile dealership facing negligence allegations.
    • Secured confidential settlement to resolve products liability action against large ammunition manufacturer.
    • Obtained summary judgment on all claims for insurance agency accused of fraud, negligence and breach of contract.
    • Obtained voluntary dismissal of all claims after first deposition in defense of health care provider facing breach of contract and unjust enrichment claims.
    • Obtained defense judgment at conclusion of trial in defense of automobile dealership facing negligence allegations.

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    Recognition

    • AV Preeminent Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
    • Florida Super Lawyers Rising Stars List, Super Lawyers (2017)
    • AV Preeminent Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
    • Florida Super Lawyers Rising Stars List, Super Lawyers (2017)

    Education

    • University of Alabama School of Law, J.D., 2005
    • University of Florida, B.A., Economics, 1998
    • University of Alabama School of Law, J.D., 2005
    • University of Florida, B.A., Economics, 1998

    Credentials

    • Florida
    • Alabama
    • Florida
    • Alabama

    Memberships and Affiliations

    • Pensacola Rotary Club
    • Leadership Pensacola, Class of 2012
    • The Arc Gateway Foundation, Board of Directors (2015-2019)
    • United Ministries – President (2014), Board of Directors (2011-2014)
    • Pensacola Rotary Club
    • Leadership Pensacola, Class of 2012
    • The Arc Gateway Foundation, Board of Directors (2015-2019)
    • United Ministries – President (2014), Board of Directors (2011-2014)
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    • Professional Liability
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