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Expertise. Experience. Efficiency.
VOGT LAW is a Tampa, Florida litigation firm led by Shane B. Vogt, who is Board Certified by The Florida Bar in Civil Trial Law and Business Litigation. The firm represents clients in defamation, privacy, First Amendment, Anti-SLAPP and business disputes at the trial and appellate levels.
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Board Certified by The Florida Bar.
Shane Vogt is Board Certified by the Florida Bar in Civil Trial Law and Business Litigation.
Board certification is Florida's official, independent determination of a lawyer's expertise to practice in a specialty field of law. It is the gold standard for Florida lawyers, representing a recognition by a lawyer's peers that they have attained a level of professional expertise in their chosen fields.
Expertise
Experience
Twenty-five years in trial and appellate courts.
There is no substitute for the knowledge and skill gained through twenty-five years of trial and appellate court experience.
Shane has a track record of success litigating challenging, complex, high-stakes cases in state and federal courts throughout the country, including trial and appellate victories against some of the largest and most prestigious law firms in the world.
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Experience saves clients time and money.
Expertise and experience increase efficiency and save clients time and money. Shane has the proficiency, knowledge, dedication, and skills to economically litigate against powerful, well-funded adversaries.
Decades of trial and appellate experience mean fewer detours. Shane knows which motions matter, which don't, and how to move a case toward resolution without unnecessary expense.
Clients work directly with the lawyer who tries their case, with no handoffs and no layers of associates billing for time they don't need. Large firms often win by outspending. A focused, experienced approach levels the field, so a well-funded adversary's resources count for less.
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What we handle
Practice Areas
Defamation
Libel and slander cases tried and appealed, including claims against the media and online reputational attacks.
Privacy
Invasion of privacy claims, including trials, injunctions and appeals.
Artificial Intelligence
Groundbreaking claims over AI-generated content that violates privacy, reputation and intellectual property rights.
Business Litigation
Complex disputes involving breach of contract, fraud, tortious interference and other business torts.
Anti-SLAPP
Trial and appellate experience with Anti-SLAPP motions and attorneys' fee claims.
First Amendment
Litigation over speech, privilege and protection at the trial and appellate levels.
New Lawsuit Against AI-Generated Pornography Platform
Shane recently appeared on Fox's Will Cain Show to discuss his partnership with Yale's Media Freedom & Information Access Clinic on a lawsuit trying to shut down ClothOff, a platform that uses artificial intelligence to "undress" girls and women without their consent.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Florida Bar board certification?
Board certification is Florida's official, independent determination of a lawyer's expertise to practice in a specialty field of law. Shane Vogt is Board Certified by The Florida Bar in Civil Trial Law and Business Litigation.
What types of cases does VOGT LAW handle?
VOGT LAW is a Tampa, Florida litigation firm handling defamation (libel and slander), privacy, artificial intelligence, business litigation, Anti-SLAPP, First Amendment, cyber-harassment, civil rights, false police report and intellectual property cases at the trial and appellate levels.
What is an Anti-SLAPP motion?
SLAPP stands for Strategic Lawsuit Against Public Participation. Florida's Anti-SLAPP statute, section 768.295, Florida Statutes, allows a defendant sued over protected speech on matters of public concern to seek early dismissal and an award of attorneys' fees. Shane Vogt has trial and appellate experience with Anti-SLAPP motions and fee claims.
Where is VOGT LAW located, and which courts does it appear in?
VOGT LAW is located at 625 E. Twiggs Street, Suite 1090, Tampa, Florida 33602. Shane Vogt litigates in Florida state and federal courts and appears pro hac vice in courts outside Florida.
How do I contact VOGT LAW?
Call (813) 737-0717 or email Shane@svogtlaw.com. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., with after-hours and weekend consultations by appointment.
What should I do if I have been defamed online?
Preserve the evidence first: take screenshots, save the web addresses and dates, and do not delete your own related messages. Then speak with a lawyer promptly, because Florida sets strict time limits for defamation claims. This general information is not legal advice.