Julie H. Littky-Rubin, a founding partner at Clark, Fountain, La Vista, Littky-Rubin & Whitman, is a Board Certified Appellate Attorney whose expertise and leadership have profoundly shaped the firm’s appellate department. Her strategic acumen in managing complex civil trial and appellate cases has solidified her reputation as the “Lawyer’s Lawyer.”
Julie’s legal prowess has been recognized widely, earning her accolades such as the 2023 “Lawyer of the Year” in Appellate Practice by Best Lawyers® in America. She is consistently listed in “The Best Lawyers in America” for her exemplary work in Appellate Practice and Personal Injury Litigation-Plaintiffs and holds an AV® Preeminent™ rating from Martindale-Hubbell®, reflecting her commitment to the highest professional and ethical standards.
Beyond her courtroom accomplishments, Julie is deeply involved in legal education and community service. She co-founded and was a pivotal figure in the “We Are Dwyer” foundation for over 10 years, and has consistently published the “Week In Torts” newsletter for 27 consecutive years, making significant contributions to the Florida legal community by providing weekly updates on recent case law for Florida Bar Members all across the country.
Her community involvement earned her recognition as the 2022 Honoree in the Volunteer Category of the Women in Leadership Awards by Executive Women of the Palm Beaches. Julie also actively shares her legal expertise through speaking engagements and publications, fostering the growth of her peers and the next generation of legal professionals.
Julie’s career is adorned with numerous awards for her pro bono work and multiple listings in “Women Leaders in Law,” highlighting her dedication to excellence and justice. Her achievements and ongoing commitment reflect her profound dedication to advancing legal standards and her deep-seated commitment to the community and the legal profession.
Impactful Legal Victories With Written Opinions
- Lovelace v. G4S Secure Solutions, 320 So.3d 178 (Fla. 4th DCA 2021)
- FPL v. Dominguez, 295 So.3d 1202 (Fla. 2d DCA 2019)
- Alvarado-Fernandez v. Mazoff, 151 So. 2d 8 (Fla. 4th DCA 2014)
- Mitsubishi Corp. v. Laliberte, 52 So. 3d 31 (Fla. 4th DCA 2010)
- Greenfield v. Daniels, 51 So. 3d 421, (Fla. 4th DCA 2010)
- DCF v. Amora, 944 So. 2d 431 (Fla. 4th DCA 2006)
- Gross v. Lyons, 763 So. 2d 276 (Fla. 2000)
- Rollins v. Pizzarelli, 761 So. 2d 214 (Fla. 2000)
- Allstate Ins. Co. v. Boecher, 733 So. 2d 993 (Fla. 1999)
Articles
- So I Finally Understand the “Impact Rule”, But Why Does it Still Exist?, Florida Bar Journal, April 2008
- Proposals for Settlement: Minding Your P’s & Q’s Under Rule 1.442, Florida Bar Journal, February 2001
Speaking Engagements
- Everything About Motion Practice: Selecting, Writing, Responding, Arguing with Julie H. Littky-Rubin, Personal Injury Bootcamp, Florida Justice Association, 2023
- Tips on Drafting Proposals for Settlement: Common Mistakes Made by Attorneys When Preparing Proposals for Settlement, How to Deal with Multiple Parties When Drafting Proposals, and Updates on Recent Appellate Decisions, PBC Sidebar Series, 2017
- Balancing Work & Family, Palm Beach County Florida Association for Women Lawyers, 2016
- Practical Tips to Making and Defending Daubert challenges, Palm Beach County Bar Association, 2015
- Navigating Frye & Daubert, Florida Justice Association, 2013
- Collateral Source Seminar – Moderator, Florida Justice Association, 2012
- Evidence Code Legislative and Case Law Update, Florida Justice Association Annual Convention, 2009
- Pre & Post Trial Motions, Florida Justice Association Auto Negligence Seminar, 2008
- Post Trial Motions, Florida Justice Association General Negligence Seminar, 2007
- Preserving Error: Evidentiary Issues & Jury Selection, Florida Justice Association Annual Convention, 2005
- Hot Appellate Issues for the Trial Lawyer, Academy of Florida Trial Lawyers Annual Convention: 2003
- The Basics of Appellate Practice, The Florida Bar Practicing With Professionalism Course, 2002
- Preserving the Record on Appeal, Academy of Florida Trial Lawyer Al J. Cone Trial Advocacy Institute, 2002
- Evidence Code and Civil Procedure Rules Update, Academy of Florida Trial
- Lawyer Legislative and Case Law Update Seminar, 2002
- PIP and Med Pay Setoffs, Academy of Florida Trial Lawyers Collateral Source Seminar, 2002
- Auto Case Law & Statutory Update, Academy of Florida Trial Lawyers Auto Negligence Seminar, 2001
- Proposals for Settlement, The Florida Bar “Staying Out of Trouble Through Legal Drafting” Seminar, 2001
- Appellate Practice, The Florida Bar ―Bridge the Gap Seminar, February 2000
Practice Areas
Education
- J.D., University of Florida, 1993
- A.B., Brown University, magna cum laude, phi beta kappa 1989
Certifications / Specialties
- Board Certified Appellate Practice, Florida Bar Board of Legal Specialization and Education
Awards & Honors
- 2023 Women Leaders in Law by the Florida Trends
- TOP 50: 2020 Women Florida Super Lawyer List
- The Best Lawyers in America ®– Appellate Practice, Personal Injury
- AV® Preeminent™ Peer Review Rated SM by Martindale-Hubbell®
- Florida Trend magazine’s Legal Elite – Top 2 % of Lawyers
- Florida Super Lawyers – Top 5 percent of attorneys in Florida
- Top 50: 2017 Women Florida Super Lawyers
- Florida Bar President’s Pro Bono Service Award for the Fifteenth Judicial Circuit, 2008
- Palm Beach County Legal Aid Society, Pro Bono Award in Appellate Practice, 2011, 2004
- Academy of Florida Trial Lawyers, S. Victor Tipton Award for Superior Achievement in Legal Writing, 2003
Bar Admissions
- Florida
- U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida
- U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida
- U.S. Court of Appeals, 11th Circuit
Professional Memberships
- Florida Bar Association
- Palm Beach County Bar Association
- Florida Justice Association
- Palm Beach County Justice Association
- Florida Supreme Court and Standard Jury Instruction (Civil) Committee (2006-2008)
- Florida Association of Women Lawyers
- Past President, Palm Beach County Chapter
Community Involvement
- Co-Founder and Chair of the “We Are Dwyer” Foundation 2014-2023
- Education Foundation of Palm Beach County Board of Directors 2009-2015
- Temple Beth Am-Jupiter-various committees
- Former PTA Co-President -Timber Trace Elementary School
- Palm Beach Post Pathfinder Scholarship program – Volunteer judge
- Dwyer Awards (given for excellence in teaching) – Volunteer judge
Personal
Julie grew up in Palm Beach County, and now lives in Palm Beach Gardens. She has two children, Hannah and Matthew.
I am a sole practitioner attorney, practicing over 20 years in South Florida and state without reservation that I would strongly recommend the Firm of Clark, Fountain, La Vista, Littky-Rubin & Whitman for any personal injury matter. Over the years I have not only referred…
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Earl K. Mallory, Esq.I recently referred two different cases (product liability and auto accident) to Clark Fountain. The firm did an excellent job and spared no expense to achieve great results and quickly, and my clients were both extremely happy with their outcomes. I know I can trust…
Doug Tuttle, Esq.Thank you so much for everything. Your competent, consistent, patient and trustworthy management of all the details and twists and turns along the way has brought me great comfort during the most difficult time of my life. In appreciation and thanks…God Bless.
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Brittany S.Mr. Fountain, Mr. Whitman and their staff are consummate professionals, exceeding standards every step of the way. Our associations have not simply been dogged determination and fruitful end results, but a learning experience, ever growing from our collaborations. Couldn’t work with better people. The results…
Brett Carter, Esq.I’m writing to personally thank you and your staff for your excellent representation during the pending of my case over the past few years. I appreciate the time spent, effort you made to make this as rewarding as possible. Your level of confidence and trustworthiness…
Michelle V.Clark, Fountain et.al represented my mom in a medical negligence case after she was injured from a fall that occurred while she was in the hospital. They worked diligently on the case for about a year and my mother was able to reach a settlement…
Leslie T.I would like to express my sincere gratitude to Clark Fountain for accepting my case related to an automobile accident. They worked tirelessly with their staff to recover a $1.1M settlement on my behalf. The entire team is extremely professional and I received timely updates…
Doug G.I want to say thank you to your team for a job well done. You never gave up on my case, and fought to the finish line. I am very pleased with my settlement and I will definitely pass the word that Clark, Fountain, La…
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