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Jason D. Winn

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Jason D. Winn

About Jason

Jason’s practice focuses on administrative and regulatory law, legislative and governmental affairs, and civil matters. Throughout his career, Jason has represented local governments, law enforcement agencies, healthcare professionals, and professional associations in complex regulatory, employment, and governmental matters.

Administrative Law and Professional Licensure

Jason has extensive experience defending licensed professionals in administrative proceedings before the Florida Division of Administrative Hearings, state departments, and professional licensing boards. He also advises governmental entities on employment issues, regulatory compliance, executive orders, administrative procedures, contractual matters, and implementation of newly enacted Florida legislation.

Jason is a frequent lecturer throughout Florida on the laws and administrative rules governing healthcare professionals. He regularly presents on legal and regulatory issues affecting osteopathic physicians, allopathic physicians, podiatric physicians, and other licensed healthcare providers, with an emphasis on professional licensure, regulatory compliance, and developments in Florida law.

General Counsel Experience

Jason serves as General Counsel to several statewide professional organizations, providing strategic legal guidance on governance, regulatory compliance, legislative matters, and day-to-day operations. Jason currently serves as General Counsel for:

  • Florida Osteopathic Medical Association (FOMA)
  • Florida Podiatric Medical Association (FPMA)
  • Florida Prescription Drug Monitoring Program Foundation (PDMPF)
  • Gadsden County Sheriff's Office
  • Wakulla County Sheriff's Office
  • Florida Hearing Society, where he serves as General Counsel and Executive Director

Government and Legislative Affairs

Jason counsels local governments and law enforcement agencies on a wide range of legal and regulatory issues, including employment matters, administrative procedures, contract review, policy development, compliance with executive orders, and implementation of new Florida laws. His background as both an attorney and lobbyist allows him to provide clients with practical guidance on legislative and governmental matters affecting their organizations.

Jason has been recognized for his leadership in government relations and advocacy, including:

  • News Service of Florida's "Who's Who in Government Relations" (2025)
  • James P. Lovell Advocacy Award, International Hearing Society (2025)

Community Leadership

Jason is an active member of The Florida Bar, including the Administrative Law, Health Law, and Government Lawyer Sections. He is also a member of the Tallahassee Bar, the Florida Association of Police Attorneys, and the Florida Sheriffs Association. He is committed to serving his community through volunteer legal work with Legal Services of North Florida and the Wakulla County Senior Citizens Center. In 2003, Governor Jeb Bush appointed Jason to serve a one-year term on the Judicial Nominating Commission for Judges of Compensation Claims.

Credentials

Education

  • J.D. from Nova Southeastern University
  • B.A. in Government and Politics from University of Maryland

Bar Admissions

  • Florida

Court Admissions

  • US District Court, Northern District of Florida

Professional Memberships and Associations

  • Administrative Law Section, Florida Bar
  • Government Lawyer Section, Florida Bar
  • Health Law Section, Florida Bar
  • Tallahassee Bar Association
  • Florida Association of Police Attorneys
  • Florida Sherrifs Association