About Emily
General commercial litigation counsel
Emily Plakon focuses on general commercial litigation matters in a variety of industries and business sectors, including franchise and securities litigation.
Prior to joining Quarles, Emily worked as a criminal defense and medical malpractice paralegal, where she assisted with trial preparation and managed complex cases.
Capabilities
Professional Recognitions
- Best Lawyers in America® "Ones to Watch" (2023-2025: Commercial Litigation, Litigation - Securities)
Professional & Civic Activities
- The Tampa Connection, class of 2024-2025
- The Federal Bar Association, member
- Smith Inn of Court, member
Commitment to Pro Bono
Emily has made pro bono a part of her work ever since she was a summer associate at Quarles. That commitment continues today, and you can learn more about why it matters to her in this video.
News & Insights
Education
- Stetson University College of Law (J.D., summa cum laude, 2020)
- Stetson Law Review, articles and symposia editor, alumni relations chair
- Liaison for the Judicial Externship program
- The Honorable Mary Scriven and the Honorable Anthony Porcelli in the Middle District of Florida, Tampa, extern
- Florida State University (B.S., 2016)
- Political Science
Bar Admissions
- Florida
Court Admissions
- U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida
- U.S. District Court, Southern District of Illinois
- U.S. Court of Appeals, 11th Circuit