Claire R. Hurley

Claire R. Hurley is a Partner in the firm's West Palm Beach office.  She focuses her practice on personal injury and wrongful death claims related to allegations of medical malpractice, nursing home negligence, premises liability, security negligence, toxic tort, general negligence and products liability.  Ms. Hurley represents physicians, nurses, hospitals and other healthcare providers in medical negligence cases, including complaints filed with State agencies.  She enjoys counseling healthcare providers and insurance professionals on the importance of ensuring compliance with Florida’s Medical Malpractice Statute and State Agency reporting requirements.

Ms. Hurley has been recognized by Chambers USA since 2023. With a prestigious Band 1 ranking for Litigation: Medical Malpractice Defense in South Florida, she holds the highest possible ranking, reflecting market-leading expertise, exceptional client service, and a proven track record of outstanding results. She has also been recognized by Best Lawyers^® since 2025 for Product Liability Litigation - Defendants.

Ms. Hurley earned a Bachelor of Arts in Spanish from the Ohio University along with a Bachelor of Science in Journalism from the Scripps Howard School of Journalism at Ohio University.  She received her Juris Doctor from the University of Akron School of Law, where she was a member of Akron’s trial and moot court teams.  She competed at the National Civil Trial Competition in Los Angeles, CA, and was a member of the Tournament Champion Team at the Gourley Mock Trial Competition, in Pittsburgh, PA, where she earned a Top Advocate award.  Ms. Hurley also participated in the Philip C. Jessup International Law Moot Court Competition, winning First Place Oralist at regional competition.

Prior to joining the firm, Ms. Hurley practiced at a litigation defense firm in Cleveland, OH, where she focused her practice in the area of asbestos and products liability.  

• The Florida Bar
• Palm Beach County Bar Association