Andrew Bonderud, A Beacon of Justice
Andrew Bonderud is a shining beacon in the ever-growing and bustling legal landscape of Jacksonville. Bonderud is a force to be reckoned with, thanks to his unwavering dedication to justice, his unyielding commitment to his clients and his exceptional legal expertise. His firm has been recognized for making some of the most impressive and sometimes history-making decisions in favor of clients who are up against the biggest entities on the planet. Bonderud is respected for his herculean efforts to represent clients with the smallest of concerns.
He says that he is concerned about his clients’ lives regardless of how much money they are spending.
Bonderud was inspired to pursue a career in law by mock trials that he took part in in high school, starting in ninth grade. Since then, he says “I have had an increasing interest in becoming a legal professional.” I found it fascinating, and my interest grew the more I studied the law.
Bonderud, a local boy, was born and raised in Jacksonville, Tennessee. He was taught a strong community sense, as well as the belief that justice is only possible when all individuals’ rights are protected. The energetic attorney, who has just completed his tenth year in practice, says that he still finds excitement and satisfaction through his work.
Bonderud describes his practice as “classic general law” and says that he handles a wide range of cases, from criminal cases in state and federal courts to family law and civil and commercial litigation.
No matter how much money my clients spend, I am still concerned about their problems.
Bonderud’s journey began with a solid education and passion for advocating on behalf of the voiceless. Bonderud graduated with high honors from high school and went on to earn a bachelor’s degree in political science, math, and Spanish with high honors at Vanderbilt University. This is where he developed his communication and critical thinking abilities, which are essential for becoming a successful lawyer.
Between undergraduate and law school, Bonderud served in the United States Navy as a Surface Warfare officer.
Bonderud served in the Navy and deployed to Latin America with a Joint Inter-Agency Task Force, JIATF-SOUTH to intercept narcotics being trafficked into the United States through the Eastern Pacific Ocean or the Caribbean Sea. Later, he deployed to the Middle East as part of the USS Enterprise Strike Group where he took part in Operation Iraqi Freedom (OIF) and Operation Enduring Freedom.
After serving his country with distinction, the soon to be attorney earned his Juris Doctor at Boston College Law School. He was praised by his peers and teachers for his legal acumen.
Bonderud, when reflecting on his time in law school, says that one of the most important lessons he learned was how to write effectively. He says that he believes this is a talent that not enough lawyers take the time and effort to master. “I am grateful that I had a great professor of legal writing who instilled the importance of legal research and writing into us.”
Bonderud started his own law firm after completing law school and put his skills to use immediately. Bonderud’s dedication to his clients and outstanding legal skills quickly earned him the reputation of a rising star.
Bonderud was encouraged and mentored along the way by attorneys who he respected.
“There was an experienced bankruptcy lawyer whom I admired and who allowed to me work with him in my first few years as a practicing attorney. “I also learned from my opponents,” he adds. “I was fortunate enough to have faced some of the very best attorneys, and I learned a lot from them.”
Bonderud eventually made the crucial decision to open his own practice. He wanted to build a law firm that not only provided outstanding legal representation, but also put compassion and empathy for his clients first. In this spirit, he established The Bonderud Law Firm. It has become synonymous with excellence, integrity and the relentless pursuit of justice.
Bonderud’s unwavering commitment to his clients is what sets him apart. Bonderud is not just an attorney, he’s a compassionate advocate that understands his clients face some of the toughest times in their lives. Bonderud is a compassionate advocate who understands that his clients are often facing some of the most challenging times of their lives.
He says, “I believe we deliver unique outcomes for our clients. This sets our firm apart.” “We’ve been able get extraordinary results in cases that were otherwise routine and for cases with extraordinary cases. It’s fair to say that we’ve had a lot of spectacular results, whether it was a favorable verdict in a DUI case or an acquittal on a federal charge of health care fraud worth $1.4 billion.
Bonderud has a strong commitment to give back to the community, which has supported him during his entire career. He is actively involved in pro bono legal work and offers assistance to those without the means to pay for representation. He also volunteers at various charitable organizations, contributing to the improvement of Jacksonville.
Bonderud’s ability to balance his time between family and work is impressive. He is passionate about his job, but also knows how valuable time spent with his family is. Bonderud and his family, including wife Natalie and daughters Cecilia, Isabel and Isabelle, divide their time between Avondale, Florida and Jacksonville Beach, Florida.
He says, “We love to spend time together.” It’s all about having fun together, whether we’re going to the movies, walking on the beaches, or going to Starbuck. I’m also happy that both girls are interested in my job. “They love to hear about the good results that I achieve for my clients. But I also share some of the less-than-perfect outcomes, so they can learn from them.”
Bonderud was asked if his legal career is what he imagined in the ninth grade mock trial.
He admits that “I don’t believe anyone can really understand it before you’re in it.” “For example, I thought that I would be a prosecutor pursuing the bad guys to vindicate the interests of the government. Since I started practicing law, I have developed a passion to defend those charged by the government, and do everything I can in order to protect their property, freedom, and family. It has been very rewarding and I look forward each day, because for me, every day is unique, like a single snowflake.”
A Glance
The Bonderud Law Firm PA
2130 Riverside Ave
Jacksonville, FL 32204
904-438-8082
bonderudlaw.com
Practice Areas
- Federal Criminal Defense
- State Criminal Defense
- Family Law
- Personal Injury
- Local Counsel
Education
- Juris Doctor at Boston College Law School in 2012
- Bachelor of Arts from Vanderbilt University in 2005
Honors
- Super Lawyers, 2022
Hobbies
- Spending time with family
Families can be found in every ethnicity.
- Wife, Natalie
- Cecilia, Isabel and their Daughters.
Favorite Quote
- Get on with living or you’ll die.
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