Richard L. Weldon II

Richard L. Weldon II is an accomplished civil trial attorney serving Southwest Florida as the managing member of Weldon & Rothman, PL. His practice primarily focuses on personal injury and civil litigation. In personal injury cases, Mr. Weldon offers assertive representation for clients dealing with auto collisions, motorcycle and bicycle accidents, boating incidents, slip and falls, catastrophic injuries, and wrongful death. Over the past decade, he has successfully advocated for hundreds of clients across Southwest Florida in these matters.

Beyond personal injury, Mr. Weldon manages a broad civil litigation practice. He handles complex property disputes, business conflicts, association claims, construction defects, probate issues, and commercial litigation. His expertise and dedication have earned him an AV rating from Martindale-Hubbell, the highest recognition from the service. Additionally, he has been honored as a Top 40 Under 40 by the National Trial Lawyers and recognized as a Rising Star by Florida Super Lawyers Magazine.

Mr. Weldon's insights have been featured in Gulfshore Business Magazine, and he frequently speaks on personal injury topics. He earned his law degree from the University of Florida and his bachelor's degree from Florida State University. During his undergraduate studies, he interned for then-Governor Lawton Chiles.

Born and raised in Sarasota, Florida, Mr. Weldon attended high school there before embarking on his legal career. He is an active member of the Collier County Bar Association, the Michael R N McDonnell American Inn of Court, the Trial Lawyers Section of The Florida Bar, the Florida Justice Association, the Southwest Florida Gator Alumni Club, and North Naples Church. His community involvement is an integral part of his professional life.