Taylor Nelson Slattery Bernard PL

Taylor Nelson Slattery Bernard PL Boutique transportation law firm with national reach, Florida roots, and real industry experience. We focus on detail. We listen.

Taylor Nelson Slattery Bernard is a boutique transportation law firm with real industry experience, a national practice, and a local footprint in central and south Florida. We know the trucking industry and understand transportation law. Taylor Nelson brings together the power of local legal practice, deep transportation industry understanding, and nimble lawyering. We are proud to represent the h

ard-working businesses that manufacture, arrange, transport, and insure the staples of this country. Our clients include motor carriers, owner-operators, brokers, agents, freight forwarders, shippers, and warehouses, as well as insurance companies. Our firm collectively holds decades of experience with high caliber attorneys hailing from inner-industry, big law, and focused trial practices. Our managing member, JW Taylor, is a nationally recognized leader in the transportation and logistics industry. We are supported by a strong attorney, paralegal, and staff team. We are team players focused on corporate structuring, regulatory compliance, and litigation and claims management solely in the transportation space. We understand our clients’ businesses. We evaluate liability exposures and develop strategies aimed to give our clients positive results. We are honest, hardworking, and will be available when you call. Taylor Nelson actively seeks creative and conciliatory ways to settle legal disputes with a business mindset. We understand the legal and business needs of the transportation and logistics industry. Because we are a small, specialized transportation law firm, we function similar to in-house general counsel and often work closely with general counsel and executive teams.

A major development for the trucking and transportation industry. The Supreme Court of the United States recently issued...
05/15/2026

A major development for the trucking and transportation industry. The Supreme Court of the United States recently issued a unanimous ruling finding that brokers have a duty of reasonable care when selecting motor carriers. This decision could have significant implications for broker liability, carrier selection practices, and transportation litigation moving forward.

Read the full article here for a breakdown of the ruling and what it means for the industry: https://lnkd.in/exraQKVW

Today is a great opportunity to recognize the individuals who keep everything running smoothly behind the scenes. Your o...
04/22/2026

Today is a great opportunity to recognize the individuals who keep everything running smoothly behind the scenes. Your organization, attention to detail, and consistent support do not go unnoticed.

Thank you for the essential role you play every day. Your work makes a meaningful difference.

Starting today!Proud to see Taylor Nelson Slattery Bernard represented at the 2026 Motor Carrier Insurance Education Fou...
04/07/2026

Starting today!

Proud to see Taylor Nelson Slattery Bernard represented at the 2026 Motor Carrier Insurance Education Foundation (MCIEF) Annual Conference as J.W. Taylor joins Greg Hodgen and Pamela Bracher to lead the conversation on the top trucking insurance issues shaping 2026.

Looking forward to the insights from this panel and connecting with others in at the Hyatt Regency Orlando Thursday at 3pm. If you're here, let’s connect!

Wishing you and your family a joyful Easter filled with peace, renewal, and time well spent with those who matter most. ...
04/05/2026

Wishing you and your family a joyful Easter filled with peace, renewal, and time well spent with those who matter most. 🌿🐣

At TNSB, we are grateful for the relationships we’ve built and the trust our clients place in us every day. We look forward to continuing to serve and support you in the seasons ahead.

We’re proud to share that JW Taylor will be speaking at the 2026 Motor Carrier Insurance Education Foundation Annual Con...
04/03/2026

We’re proud to share that JW Taylor will be speaking at the 2026 Motor Carrier Insurance Education Foundation Annual Conference on Thursday April, 9 on the Five Top Insurance Issues in 2026 along side Greg Hodgen, ATA Chairman, and Pam Bracher, Deputy General Council ATA.

Join us in Orlando as industry leaders come together to connect, learn, and move the future of transportation forward. We’re looking forward to meaningful conversations and seeing you there.

📍 Hyatt Regency Orlando

📅 April 7–10, 2026

Today, we recognize and celebrate Passover, a meaningful time of reflection, resilience, and renewal.At Taylor Nelson Sl...
04/02/2026

Today, we recognize and celebrate Passover, a meaningful time of reflection, resilience, and renewal.

At Taylor Nelson Slattery Bernard, we honor the traditions and values this holiday represents—freedom, perseverance, and the importance of community. These principles resonate deeply in both our work and the relationships we build with each other, our clients and partners.

Wishing all who celebrate a peaceful and joyous Passover.

We’re excited that Mercy Roberg will be attending the 2026 ATA Moving & Storage Conference in Nashville. If you’re there...
03/16/2026

We’re excited that Mercy Roberg will be attending the 2026 ATA Moving & Storage Conference in Nashville. If you’re there, be sure to connect with her and say hello! We look forward to engaging with leaders across the moving and storage industry and continuing important conversations shaping the future of transportation and logistics.

It was great connecting with everyone at the 2026 TCJAX Monthly Meeting in Jacksonville! Always a great opportunity to c...
03/12/2026

It was great connecting with everyone at the 2026 TCJAX Monthly Meeting in Jacksonville! Always a great opportunity to catch up with colleagues and meet others across the transportation industry.

Thank you to The Transportation Club of Jacksonville (TCJAX) for hosting such a wonderful gathering, and to Sophia L. Bernard and Heather McGriff Frederick for attending and being part of the conversation.

🚛 We’re excited to welcome a new Partner to the firm.Taylor Nelson Slattery & Bernard is proud to announce that Heather ...
03/11/2026

🚛 We’re excited to welcome a new Partner to the firm.

Taylor Nelson Slattery & Bernard is proud to announce that Heather McGriff Frederick has joined the firm as a Partner, strengthening our national transportation and logistics litigation practice.

Heather represents motor carriers, brokers, shippers, and commercial drivers in complex and high-exposure transportation matters, including catastrophic trucking accidents, cargo claims, regulatory compliance issues, employment disputes, and insurance coverage litigation.

What sets Heather apart is her perspective. Having previously practiced on the plaintiffs’ side, she understands how claims are built, valued, and pursued. That insight now gives her clients a strategic advantage in defending serious transportation claims. Known for her sharp litigation skills and practical, business-minded counsel, Heather works closely with transportation companies to manage risk while protecting both their operations and their reputation.

Heather earned her J.D. from Florida Coastal School of Law, where she served on the nationally ranked Moot Court Honor Board and earned multiple national advocacy awards. She received her undergraduate degree in Political Science from Christopher Newport University.

Originally born in Hawaii and raised across the country as part of a Navy family, Heather now lives in Jacksonville, Florida with her husband and young son.

Please join us in welcoming Heather to the firm. We’re thrilled to have her on the team.

“Transportation has always been a dynamic and challenging area of the law, and I’m thrilled to join Taylor Nelson Slattery & Bernard to continue building my practice in this industry. I look forward to collaborating with the firm’s exceptional attorneys and continuing to provide strategic guidance and strong advocacy for transportation clients.” -Heather

Proud to be attending the 2026 Florida Trucking Association Safety Summit in Tampa this week.Safety continues to drive i...
02/25/2026

Proud to be attending the 2026 Florida Trucking Association Safety Summit in Tampa this week.

Safety continues to drive innovation across the trucking and transportation industry, and events like this create meaningful opportunities to collaborate, share insight, and strengthen partnerships that keep our roads and businesses moving forward.

If you’re attending, be sure to connect with Bryan J. Nelson and Michael V. Mantovani to discuss industry trends, risk management strategies, and transportation law updates. Looking forward to great conversations and valuable connections.

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Winter Haven, FL
33880

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Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
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