Although T. Shane Rowe was born in Pensacola, Florida, he was raised in the Florida Keys. He graduated with honors from the University of Florida College of Law and received his bachelor’s degree in criminology. Certified by the Florida Supreme Court as a Legal Intern, Shane represented clients through the civil clinic while at the University of Florida College of Law.
Shane was offered a Shareholder position with Emmanuel Sheppard & Condon in 2005. He has also twice been elected to serve the firm as a Managing Shareholder.
Shane represents clients in insurance matters, personal injury & wrongful death, and general civil litigation. He was instrumental in obtaining millions of dollars for Florida businesses against BP in the wake of the 2010 Oil Spill. Shane also represents businesses, condo associations, and individuals in hurricane-related litigation. His results include individual hurricane insurance cases over $10,000,000 as well injury jury verdicts over $15,000,000.
Shane has co-published a document outlining the various types of vehicle insurances and coverages and speaks to public groups on the topic. He was twice selected by The Florida Bar to author a chapter on “Florida Automobile Insurance Law” (2005, 6th Edition and 2009, 7th Edition), Chapter 1, Financial Responsibility and Compulsory Insurance Laws. Shane is also a recipient of the 2007 William S. Meador Award which is given annually by the Escambia-Santa Rosa Bar Association to a young attorney who exhibits excellence in the practice of law with integrity and a commitment to community service. He is a graduate of the LeaP (Leadership Pensacola) class of 2009 where he was selected to serve as Chair of the class initiative “Choose Pensacola, Choose Opportunity.”
Recognized for his community service, Shane has supported many local organizations and events. He has served the Board of Directors locally for Big Brothers Big Sisters of NWFL, the Leadership Pensacola Alumni Association, Chain Reaction, and the Northwest Florida Gator Club, and was elected to the lead each board as Chair during his terms.
