Learn More About the Attorneys & Staff at Our Law Firm
The Flynn Law Firm, P.A. is supported by a reputable staff of experienced and motivated individuals. In addition to our founding attorney, these professionals play a large role in the success of our firm, as well as our clients. Continue reading to become acquainted with the team who will handle your case.
James Flynn | Attorney
Founder and Owner
Director of Personal Injury (PI) Litigation
Attorney James Flynn graduated from Georgia Southern University, where he received a Bachelor of Arts Degree in English. He then went on to complete his Juris Doctorate from John Marshall Law School.
Prior to founding The Flynn Law Firm, P.A., Attorney Flynn practiced in the areas of plaintiff subrogation, product liability, and construction defects at a nationally recognized law firm based in Tampa. He also served as an Assistant State Attorney for the Office of the State Attorney in Pinellas County before entering civil practice.
James Flynn is the founding attorney of The Flynn Law Firm, P.A., and now practices litigation of civil matters. He is also the former President of the Fred G. Minnis Bar Association, the former President and Vice President of the Pinellas County Trial Lawyers Association, and the former General Counsel of the Pinellas County Urban League.
James and his wife, Danielle, have been married for nearly 10 years, and have one daughter, Peyton.
Danielle Flynn | Director of Operations 
Danielle was born in Kingston, Jamaica, and grew up in southeast Georgia. Danielle attended Georgia Southern University and earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Secondary English Education. After teaching high school for a few years in Georgia, Danielle went on to obtain her Master’s Degree from Cambridge College and later her Education Specialist’s Degree from The University of Alabama in Counselor Education. Danielle worked in education as a teacher in St. Petersburg, and later as a middle school counselor in Clearwater, before transitioning to the legal field with the inception of The Flynn Law Firm, P.A. with her husband, Attorney James Flynn.
Aside from her work at the firm, Danielle is committed to guiding her family’s dedication to community outreach and service through the firm’s various charitable programs and foundation. Aside from Danielle’s charitable service and commitments, she enjoys being a first-time mother to her daughter, traveling, water activities and sports, gourmet cooking, reading, and spending time with family and friends.
Terry R. Long | Senior Case Manager
Personal Injury (PI) Division
Terry was born in Clearwater, FL, and has lived in Pinellas County for most of his life. He graduated from Seminole High School in 2002 and then attended the University of Central Florida. Terry went on to obtain a Bachelor of Science Degree in Criminal Justice, with a minor in Legal Studies. After working as a security officer in various communities throughout Orlando, Tampa, and St. Petersburg, he began a career in the personal injury field in 2009.
James Swanson | Case Manager
Personal Injury (PI) Division
James was born into a military family in Bellevue, Nebraska, which allowed him the opportunity to live in many different places, including Washington D.C. and Guam. After moving to Clearwater, Jim decided to attend USF and graduated with a degree in Journalism. Jim worked for a major insurance carrier as an insurance adjuster for 20 years before he decided to make a switch over to the plaintiff’s side. Jim has worked on the plaintiff’s side of personal injury for the past 11 years. Jim is married and has four daughters.
Yanira Olmeda | Paralegal
Personal Injury Protection (PIP) Division
Yanira was born in Brooklyn, NY, and graduated from the University of South Florida with a Bachelor’s Degree in Criminology. Yanira is fluent in speaking and writing in the Spanish Language. Yanira has lived in the South Tampa area for over 30 years. Yanira began her legal career in 2006, and has since worked in the areas of employment law and personal injury.
Yanira has over four years of legal experience in personal injury. Her hobbies include spending time with family and friends, and she also enjoys the beach, biking, and horseback riding.
Kelly Brown | Legal Assistant
Personal Injury Protection (PIP) Division
Kelly is a Florida native who moved to the Tampa Bay Area in 2009 and received her Associate of Arts Degree with a concentration in Paralegal Studies from St. Petersburg College. She has been a paralegal since 2011, specializing in Consumer Bankruptcy and Foreclosure, as well as obtaining additional experience in Plaintiff’s Personal Injury.
Jessica Whitehouse | Legal Assistant
Personal Injury (PI) Division
Bio coming soon!
Mykela Ferguson | Legal Assistant
Personal Injury (PI) Division
Bio coming soon!
Daniela Diaz-Suro | Legal Administrative Support Clerk & Intake Specialist
Bio coming soon!
MezNari Moore | File Clerk, Legal Intern
MezNari “Nari” Moore was born and raised in St. Petersburg. While attending Clearwater High School, MezNari was enrolled in rigorous academic courses and numerous athletic and extracurricular activities. While still in high school, MezNari began as an intern at The Flynn Law Firm, PA. MezNari is currently a sophomore enrolled at Florida State University.
MezNari’s passion has always been to actively advocate and seek justice for others. Due to the The Flynn’s Law Firm’s dedication, commitment, support, and guidance in the legal field, MezNari is not only able to continue his life’s passion, but his educational and professional goals to be a leader in the field of national and international law while also being committed to community volunteerism.
