About Galen Douglas
Galen Douglas Bauer is a partner at Spohrer & Dodd, PL, a prominent law firm located in Jacksonville, Florida. Since 2005, he has dedicated his legal career to serving clients throughout the state. His practice focuses on personal injury, business law, and aviation law—areas where he has developed significant expertise. Bauer earned his Juris Doctor with honors from Florida Coastal School of Law in 2005, laying a strong foundation for his legal career. In 2014, Bauer achieved a notable milestone by becoming one of only 44 attorneys in Florida to be board certified in aviation law by The Florida Bar. This certification is evidence of his specialized knowledge and skills in a complex field.
His commitment to aviation law extends beyond his practice; he served as the Chairman of The Florida Bar’s Aviation Law Certification Committee for six years. During this time, he contributed significantly to the development and promotion of aviation law standards in Florida. Bauer's practice areas include medical negligence, aviation accidents, and product liability—fields where he has successfully represented numerous clients. His reputation for excellence is reflected in his recognition by Martindale-Hubbell, which awarded him an AV Preeminent rating, the highest possible rating for legal ability and ethical standards. Additionally, he has been named a Super Lawyer in medical malpractice for the year 2025, highlighting his standing among peers in the legal community. Admitted to practice in all Florida state courts, Bauer also has the privilege of representing clients in the U.S.
District Courts for the Northern, Middle. Southern Districts of Florida, as well as the Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals. His professional affiliations include membership in the American Bar Association, Florida Justice Association, Jacksonville Justice Association, and the Chester Bedell Chapter of the American Inns of Court. These memberships allow him to stay connected with ongoing developments in the legal field and contribute to various legal initiatives. In 2025, Bauer was among the applicants for a circuit judge seat in the Seventh Judicial Circuit, which encompasses Flagler, Putnam, St. Johns, and Volusia counties.
This application reflects his ambition to further serve the legal community and the public. Outside of his professional life, Bauer resides in Jacksonville with his wife, Shelly, and their two daughters, Emma and Lauren. For more information about his practice and the services offered by Spohrer & Dodd, visit their website at sdlitigation.com.
