BIO
Attorney Abbey Hawk is originally from Jacksonville, Florida, Abbey Hawk’s path to law was influenced by her family legacy, with both her father and sister being attorneys. After completing her education at the University of North Florida with a double bachelor’s degree in Psychology and Criminal Justice, Abbey’s natural aptitude for academics allowed her to graduate ahead of schedule. This achievement was followed by her accelerated completion of law school at Florida Coastal School of Law in 2012.Known for her assertive demeanor and straight-shooting personality, Abbey’s intimidating presence in the legal arena is a testament to her unwavering loyalty to her practice, clients, and colleagues.
While her directness may be formidable, those who know her appreciate her great sense of humor and entertaining nature. During law school, Abbey was actively involved in the Military Law Association and developed a particular interest in how PTSD affects veterans from a legal perspective. Her commitment to veterans’ causes was not only professional but also personal, as she would later marry a veteran himself. Abbey joined The Law Offices of Ron Sholes, P.A. in 2020 and has received numerous accolades, including multiple Attorney of the Month and Attorney of the Quarter awards, as well as being part of the Team of the Year in 2024. She handles a diverse range of cases, including premise liability, trucking accidents, commercial accidents, and ride-share accident cases. Prior to joining the firm, Abbey served as a public defender for Nassau and Duval counties (2015-2018) and ran her own private practice (2018-2020) focusing on family law, criminal law, and personal injury cases. Beyond her legal practice, Abbey serves as an adjunct professor at Florida State College of Jacksonville since 2019, teaching Business Law and Ethics, and American Federal Government. She is also a certified dog trainer, specializing in training service dogs for individuals with PTSD and other mental health conditions. As a devoted dog lover, she cherishes time with her two Corgis. In her leisure time, Abbey enjoys camping and tackling house renovation projects. She has a particular fondness for shopping at Costco and Aldi. Her results-driven approach and passion for backing arguments with factual information have made her an invaluable asset to both her firm and clients. Abbey is a current member of the Florida Bar and holds licenses in the Federal United District Court for the Middle District of Florida. She is also an active member of the Jacksonville Bar Association, Jacksonville Women’s Law Association, Jacksonville Justice Administration, and maintains membership in good standing with the Million Dollar Advocates Forum. If you or a loved one has been injured, Abbey would be honored to speak with you about your
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