Preston J. Scheiner became a trial attorney with Associates and Bruce L. Scheiner, Attorneys for the Injured in 2007. Today, he collaborates closely with his father, Bruce L. Scheiner, aiming to uphold the firm's tradition of providing compassionate and dedicated service to clients who have suffered injuries due to the negligence or recklessness of others.
Preston Scheiner is acknowledged for his proficiency in trial and negotiation, successfully resolving numerous cases through mediation and trial on behalf of the firm and its clients. He holds licenses to practice law in all Florida state courts and the federal court for the Middle District of Florida.
Mr. Scheiner graduated from Amherst College and attended the University of Miami School of Law, graduating Cum Laude. He was honored with the John F. Evans Memorial Scholarship, recognizing him as the most outstanding student in litigation skills, as well as the Thomas Ewald Memorial Award for being the top student in litigation skills who exemplifies a commitment to high standards and ethical conduct. Additionally, he earned the CALI Excellence for the Future Award for Excellent Achievement in the Study of Litigation Skills and the Dean's Certificate of Achievement for Outstanding Academic Performance in Litigation Skills. He is admitted to the Florida Bar, the Lee County Bar Association, the Florida Justice Association, the American Association for Justice, the American Bar Association, the American Trial Lawyers Association and the Association of PLaintiff Interstate Trucking Lawyers of America (APITLA).
During his time at the Miami-Dade County State Attorney's Office, Mr. Scheiner served as a certified legal intern, responsible for prosecuting numerous bench trials.
In 2009, the National Institute for Trial Advocacy (NITA) awarded Mr. Scheiner the NITA Advocate designation.
Outside of work, PJ has a passion for flying. He holds a commercial pilot's license for multi-engine aircraft with single and multi-engine instrument privileges. He is also trained and licensed to operate the Citation Jet series of aircraft.
