Shands M. Wulbern

Shands M. Wulbern is a seasoned Florida attorney with more than 20 years of legal experience. His work spans a wide range of civil and commercial litigation matters, including complex employment law disputes. He brings a trial-tested background to every case and is known for his detailed, committed legal representation.

Shands earned his undergraduate degree from Tulane University in 1994 before completing his Juris Doctor at Mississippi College School of Law in 1998. His academic background helped establish a solid foundation for the breadth of his legal skills and courtroom expertise developed in the years that followed.

Shands began his legal practice as an assistant state attorney in Ocala, Florida, handling criminal cases that ranged from basic misdemeanors to serious appeals. He later returned to Jacksonville to serve as an assistant public defender, representing individuals facing criminal charges. These early roles sharpened his trial skills and gave him direct insight into the justice system.

In 2004, Shands shifted his practice to civil litigation and joined a leading Jacksonville law firm. Over the next eight years, he handled a wide range of civil disputes, managing depositions, motion hearings, appeals, and trial-level litigation. His background includes representing clients in both Florida state and federal courts, from small claims cases to complex multidistrict litigation.

Wulbern’s dedication to employment law earned him inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America list from 2015 through 2022 under the category Employment Law – Individuals. His work is marked by a commitment to fairness and thorough representation for every client he serves.

Known for his clear communication and legal strategy, Shands M. Wulbern approaches each case with focus and persistence. Whether resolving employment disputes or managing business litigation, he advocates vigorously to protect client rights and achieve results.

Law Office Affiliations

• Founder, The Law Office of Shands M. Wulbern, P.A.

Licensed State

• Florida

Education

• Mississippi College School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Tulane University
  Undergraduate Degree

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