Since 1995 · Serving Putnam County, Florida

Employment Law, Civil Rights & Personal Injury Attorneys Serving Putnam County, Florida

Marie A. Mattox, P.A. is a Tallahassee, Florida law firm representing individuals throughout Putnam County, North Florida, and South Georgia. Founded in 1995, the firm focuses on employment law, police misconduct and civil rights law, and personal injury law.

Your fight is our fight.

A Brief History of Putnam County

Putnam County was formed in 1849, drawing territory from St. Johns, Alachua, Orange, Duval, and Marion counties to become Florida's 28th county, reflecting the growing settlement along the St. Johns River.

The county was named for Benjamin A. Putnam, a St. Augustine attorney who served as an officer during the Second Seminole War and later became a prominent figure in Florida's early legal and civic life. Putnam died in Palatka, the county's seat, in 1869.

Palatka grew into a busy river port during the second half of the 19th century, handling steamboat traffic and shipping timber and agricultural goods along the St. Johns River.

Putnam County's Economy Today

Forestry and forest products remain central to Putnam County's economy, most visibly through a large paper mill in Palatka that has operated for decades and stands as the county's largest private employer.

Electric power generation is another significant piece of the local economy, with a major regional utility having invested heavily in natural gas-fired generating capacity near Palatka in recent years.

Agriculture continues to play a supporting role, with beef cattle operations, some remaining citrus groves, and row crop farming spread across the county's rural areas.

Founded

1995

Experience

30+ Years

Jurisdictions

FL & GA

Consultation

Free

The firm represents individuals throughout Putnam County, Florida who have been wronged in the workplace, subjected to civil rights violations, or injured through someone else's negligence. Cases are handled in state, federal, and appellate courts across Florida and Georgia, through negotiation where possible and litigation where necessary.

Florida and federal law protect employees from discrimination, harassment, retaliation, and wrongful termination. Marie A. Mattox, P.A. represents employees throughout Putnam County, Florida in matters arising under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA).

The firm's employment law practice includes:

• Disability accommodation and FMLA leave disputes
• Workplace discrimination and harassment, including claims based on race, sex, age, disability, national origin, and religion
• Noncompete and restrictive employment contract disputes
• Retaliation and whistleblower claims
• Wrongful termination

The Fourth and Fourteenth Amendments protect individuals from police misconduct, excessive force, false arrest, and other civil rights violations committed by government authorities. Marie A. Mattox, P.A. has litigated civil rights cases throughout Florida and Georgia courts for more than 20 years and represents Putnam County clients in these matters.

The firm's civil rights practice includes:

• Excessive force claims
• False arrest and unlawful detention
• Civil rights abuses occurring while a person is in custody
• Other civil rights violations by government actors

Serious injuries caused by car accidents, truck collisions, and negligence can leave victims facing medical bills, lost income, and long-term uncertainty. Marie A. Mattox, P.A. represents injury victims and holds negligent parties accountable, pursuing full compensation on behalf of clients throughout Putnam County, Florida and Georgia.

The firm's personal injury practice includes:

• Car, truck, and motorcycle accidents
• Wrongful death claims
• Defective vehicles and road hazards
• Uninsured and underinsured motorist claims

Additional Legal Services

In addition to its primary practice areas, Marie A. Mattox, P.A. also handles business law, criminal defense, and family law matters for clients in Putnam County and the greater Tallahassee area. Contact the firm directly to discuss whether these services fit your specific situation.

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