Contact Information
(904) 596-3230
Areas of Expertise
Commercial litigation, business and shareholder disputes, fiduciary and corporate governance matters, contract claims, trust and estate litigation, and appellate advocacy
Education
B.A., Wake Forest University
J.D., University of Richmond School of Law, cum laude
Bar Admissions
Florida
Middle District of Florida
Northern District of Florida
Lee D. Wedekind, III
Managing Partner
Lee Wedekind is a seasoned trial lawyer whose practice centers on commercial litigation, eminent domain and property rights, and high-stakes business conflicts. For more than two decades, clients have trusted Lee to navigate their most complex and sensitive matters—cases where strategy, discretion, and courtroom skill are critical.
Lee represents public utilities, developers, financial institutions, technology companies, entrepreneurs, and closely held businesses in matters involving contract disputes, fiduciary claims, partner and shareholder litigation, land-use and condemnation actions, fraud and business torts, and emergency injunctive relief. He is regularly engaged in litigation that carries significant financial exposure, public visibility, or operational risk. His work includes leading roles in some of Northeast Florida’s most widely watched business disputes and public-sector litigation.
Lee’s clients value his ability to quickly frame the core issues, develop clear and practical strategies, and maintain steady leadership through contentious discovery, dispositive motion practice, and trial. He is known for his measured judgment, meticulous preparation, and calm effectiveness. Opposing counsel often describe him as a smart, fair, and formidable litigator; peers regularly seek his insights in complex cases requiring both legal precision and practical business understanding.
Lee’s work has earned recognition from Best Lawyers in both Commercial Litigation and Eminent Domain and Condemnation Law, and he has been honored by Super Lawyers as a top-rated business litigation attorney. He has also served on the Board of Governors of the Jacksonville Bar Association.
Across every matter, Lee brings the same philosophy: solve the problem, protect the client’s interests, and deliver exceptional results. Whether resolving a dispute quietly or trying a case to verdict, he is committed to providing the steady, strategic advocacy that clients rely on when the stakes are highest.
Lee is a proud Jacksonville native who has practiced in Northeast Florida his entire career. Following his graduation from law school, Lee returned home to practice at a well-respected local firm before helping to open a litigation practice in the Jacksonville office of an AmLaw 100 national firm. He opened Wedekind LLP in 2024 to provide clients with a combination of Big Law experience and deep local roots.
Commercial Litigation
Wedekind LLP represents businesses, executives, and individuals in complex commercial disputes, including shareholder conflicts, breach of contract, and fiduciary duty claims. The firm is known for delivering strategic, results-driven advocacy in high-stakes matters.
Corporate Governance
The firm advises boards and in-house counsel on issues involving risk management, compliance, and corporate liabilities. Wedekind LLP helps organizations navigate disputes and prevent exposure through sound governance practices.
Trusts & Estates Litigation
With extensive experience in high-net-worth trust and estate matters, the firm handles claims involving fiduciary duties, contested wills, and estate administration disputes with discretion and precision.
Financial & Bankruptcy Matters
Wedekind LLP represents banks, financial institutions, and creditors in bankruptcy and restructuring cases. The team also counsels clients in financial services litigation, creditor rights, and related commercial claims.