About Ric
Ric Woodward built a legal career that begins on campus and extends to the federal appellate level. He earned a Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration from West Chester University of Pennsylvania in 1983. He later attended the University of Florida College of Law, receiving his J.D. in 1990. Those years shaped his early interest in law and business. They also set the stage for a solo practice he began soon after graduating.
He established the Law Office of Ric Woodward in 1991. Since then he has maintained a practice based in Florida. Over three decades he has worked in state courts and in federal forums. He is admitted to practice in Florida and in the Federal Circuit. Running a small firm has required him to handle a range of tasks beyond courtroom work. He manages client relationships, case strategy, and the everyday operations of his office.
His courtroom work includes appearances in Florida state trial courts and federal proceedings. Admission to the Federal Circuit gives him the ability to appear in that court when matters warrant. He has pursued litigation at different stages, from initial filings through post-judgment proceedings. The record shows a career built on steady practice rather than public notoriety. He does not seek the spotlight. Instead he focuses on resolving matters for individual and business clients who come to his office.
Colleagues and opposing counsel describe him as straightforward in court and direct in negotiation. He takes a practical approach to disputes. That approach often means assessing whether litigation or settlement better serves a client’s goals. He brings a background in business administration to the practical side of case evaluation. That training influences how he analyzes contracts, damages, and business records.
As of 2026 he maintains his practice through the Law Office of Ric Woodward. He continues to represent clients in Florida courts and to handle matters that require admission in the Federal Circuit. His current practice is focused on providing legal representation in state and federal proceedings, including matters that proceed to the Federal Circuit when appropriate.
