Patrick W. Knight

Patrick W. Knight is a Shareholder at The Grife Law Firm and a Board-Certified Civil Trial Attorney. He represents injured clients with strong trial skill and clear strategy. He has taken over 170 cases to jury trial and has won an overwhelmingly large percentage of those trials.

Patrick earned his B.S. from the University of Illinois in 1994. He earned his J.D. from the University of Miami School of Law in 1997. His education helped prepare him for a career built on civil trial work, careful case planning, courtroom advocacy, and client-focused legal service.

Patrick spent decades representing defendants in personal injury lawsuits before joining The Grife Law Firm. That background gives him insight into defense tactics and strategy. He now uses that knowledge to represent injured clients aggressively and strategically, helping them seek the maximum possible financial compensation.

Patrick is also a public speaker and published author. He routinely lectures at Victim Advocate and Support Group events. He has published over three books and has been recognized as an inspiring author. His work reflects his focus on helping victims and survivors move forward.

Patrick has earned Board Certification in Civil Trial Law, with recertification every five years. His accolades include Ten Outstanding Young Americans, the Broward County Crime Commission Building Bridges Award, 40 Under 40 Outstanding Lawyers of Miami-Dade County, and United Way Miami Dorothy Shula Award finalist honors.

Patrick has also been recognized for attorney-client satisfaction, high verdicts and settlements, and outstanding legal work in South Florida. These honors support his record as a skilled trial lawyer who understands complex injury claims and works to protect clients after serious, life-changing events.

Patrick W. Knight brings deep trial experience, defense-side knowledge, and a strong commitment to injured clients at The Grife Law Firm. His work supports the firm’s mission of providing top-level legal representation to the wrongfully injured while helping clients pursue meaningful recovery and fair financial compensation.

Law Office Affiliations

• President, The Grife Law Firm
• Member, The Florida Bar

Licensed State

• Florida

Education

• University of Miami
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of Illinois
  Bachelor of Science (BS)

Awards & Badges