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John F. Sharpless
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John F. Sharpless

4.9
63 reviews

8913 Regents Park Drive, Suite 650, Tampa, FL 33647

Workers’ Compensation, Longshore and Defense Base Act

About John F. Sharpless

John F. Sharpless is an accomplished attorney focused exclusively on workers’ compensation law throughout his career. He earned his Bachelor of Arts from Lehigh University in 1990 and his Juris Doctor from the University of New Hampshire School of Law in 1996. After admission to the Florida Bar that same year, John began representing Social Security claimants before moving to an insurance defense firm specializing in workers’ compensation and Longshore and Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act claims. Since 1999, he has devoted his practice solely to representing injured individuals. As a partner with Osborne & Sharpless and later Winer Law Group in Tampa, he has handled complex claims under the Defense Base Act, Longshore and Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act, Florida State Workers’ Compensation, and Social Security Disability. Board Certified in workers’ compensation law since 2002 and continuously recertified through 2027, John was also recognized as a “Super Lawyer” in 2007. He is licensed before all Florida state courts, the U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Florida, and the Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals. Outside of work, John enjoys music and backpacking, and is a proud husband and father.

 

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John F. Sharpless got this award in 2021

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Workers Compensation
Posted by Matthew
November 06, 2025
Hired Attorney

Mr Sharpless did an excellent job. He walked me through many things I didn’t understand, and made sure everything was correct and completed in a timely manner. I would highly recommend him to anyone going through a workers compensation issue.

Workers Compensation
Posted by anonymous
August 05, 2012
Hired Attorney

Mr. Sharpless made it extremely easy to understand what could be expected with each case. I never had an issue with getting in contact with him personally if needed, or with the office for any questions that I had. All matters regarding the case were handled in a prompt and professional manner. I would highly recommend him to anyone that is looking for an attorney.

 
Social Security
Posted by anonymous
January 13, 2012
Hired Attorney

John Sharpless was so helpful with getting me through all of the confusing mess that comes with filing for disability. His office always returns calls quickly. He has a very calming personality and he was clear on what to expect when it was time to go before the judge. After the judgement he didn't just drop me. His office helped me with a mix up with my account numbers. Thank you, John and Shannon!!!

 
Workers Compensation
Posted by anonymous
September 28, 2011
Hired Attorney

Results driven.

Social Security
Posted by anonymous
September 14, 2011
Hired Attorney

Mr. Sharpless is friendly, knowledgeable about his fields of practice, and easy to get a hold of when needing to speak with him.

Workers Compensation
Posted by anonymous
June 06, 2010
Hired Attorney

Could not ask for a better attorney. My first experience with an honest lawyer.
Thank goodness there are people like John Sharpless.

Workers Compensation
Posted by anonymous
June 02, 2010
Hired Attorney

A very competent lawyer

Workers Compensation
Posted by anonymous
May 14, 2010
Hired Attorney

Very efficient and a great person to work with. I believe he did a great job explaining everything that was going on in my case and was always in contact with me.

Social Security
Posted by anonymous
August 02, 2012
Hired Attorney

Mr. Sharpless and his staff far exceeded my expectations in my case for SSDI. His knowledge saved me a great deal of time on getting my claim granted "Favorable Decision".

Workers Compensation
Posted by anonymous
June 02, 2010
Hired Attorney

He could have been more aggressive with other lawyer.

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Areas of Law

  • Other 3
    • Workers’ Compensation
    • Longshore
    • Defense Base Act

Practice Details

Experience

  • Bar Admission & Memberships
    Admissions
    1996, Florida
    U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit
    U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida
  • Education & Certifications
    Law School
    University of New Hampshire School of Law
    Class of 1996
    law

    Franklin Pierce Law Center
    Class of 1996
    J.D.
    Other Education
    Lehigh University
    Class of 1990
    B.A.
    Legal Certifications
    Board Certified Workers' Compensation Lawyer, Florida Bar Board of Legal Specialization and Education
  • Personal Details & History
    Age
    Born in 1967
    Mt. Kisco, New York, December 17, 1967

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8913 Regents Park Drive, Suite 650Tampa, FL 33647U.S.A.

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    John F. Sharpless was admitted in 1996 to the State of Florida.
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    John F. Sharpless is admitted to practice before the United States Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit and United States District Court for the Middle District of Florida.
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    John F. Sharpless attended Franklin Pierce Law Center and University of New Hampshire School of Law.

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