Jessica Wood

Jessica Wood is a U.S. Army War veteran, and former healthcare professional with over 20 years of experience in various areas of clinical medicine to include emergency medicine, radiology, pulmonology, endocrinology, gastroenterology, and anatomic pathology. With a robust background in healthcare and pathology, Jessica has consistently demonstrated excellence in managing complex legal cases, developing effective defensive strategies, and delivering high client satisfaction.

After completion of law school, and prior to becoming a litigator, Jessica worked in regulatory compliance in both hospital and laboratory settings. A highly motivated, self-starting individual, she is known for her legal research, writing, analysis, and attention to detail. She has an ability to navigate intricate legal and medical issues with precision. She has played an instrumental role in securing new clients and participated in trials, hearings, depositions, mediations, settlement negotiations, legal research, and written analysis of complex legal matters.

She currently focuses her practice on Medical Malpractice Defense. She also continues her practice in the areas of liquor liability/dram shop, premises liability, and negligent security. Prior to joining LaCava, Jacobson & Goodis, Jessica practiced insurance defense focusing on wrongful death, liquor liability/dram shop, negligent security, premises liability, auto negligence, and uninsured/underinsured motorist claims.

EDUCATION & BAR ADMISSIONS

• Florida Bar Association, Admitted September 2020
• Juris Doctor, Regent University School of Law, May 2015
  • Honors: Law Senator, Council of Graduate Students
  • Activities: Justice – Phi Alpha Delta Law Fraternity, Vice Justice – Virginia Bar Association Law School Chapter
• Bachelor of Science in Health Science, Old Dominion University, December 2007
  • Honors: Summa Cum Laude
  • Activities: Student Ambassador – International Scholar Laureate Program: Delegation on Medicine