Attorney Spotlight: Alexis Ercia
At Barbas, Nuñez, Sanders, Butler & Hovsepian, we believe strong legal advocacy starts with strong communication. Attorney Alexis Ercia brings a fresh perspective, deep commitment to clients, and a collaborative approach to every case she handles.
From her earliest days with the firm, Alexis has been focused on building meaningful client relationships and delivering thoughtful, strategic representation.
Rooted in Tampa, Driven to Serve
Born and raised in the Tampa Bay area, Alexis always knew she wanted to return home to build her legal career. She earned her Bachelor’s degree in Sociology, graduating magna cum laude from the University of Florida, before obtaining her Juris Doctor from Stetson University College of Law.
Alexis began her journey with our firm five years ago as a legal intern, initially assisting with workers’ compensation cases, particularly for Spanish-speaking clients. Spanish is her first language, and that ability quickly became an invaluable asset to both the firm and the community we serve.
Her early hands-on experience allowed her to work directly with clients and gain practical insight into complex legal matters from the very beginning. Today, her primary practice areas include:
She continues to expand her practice while collaborating closely with senior attorneys, ensuring every client benefits from both personalized attention and the depth of experience our firm offers.
A Collaborative, Client-First Philosophy
Alexis is especially passionate about representing individuals who have been injured on the job, denied disability benefits, or experienced workplace harassment or wrongful termination.
Her approach centers on honest, direct communication. She does not believe in sugarcoating outcomes or making unrealistic promises. Instead, she believes clients deserve transparency from day one.
One analogy she frequently shares with clients is simple:
“This is your case. You drive the car.”
As the attorney, she provides the roadmap. She explains the risks, outlines the available options, and helps clients understand the potential consequences of each choice. If a client wants to take a path she would not recommend, her role is to guide them carefully and keep the case moving in the strongest possible direction.
This mindset creates a true partnership. It’s not attorney versus client. It’s “us versus them.” Together, they work toward the best possible outcome.
The Power of Speaking the Same Language
For many workers’ compensation and employment law clients, navigating the legal system can feel overwhelming, especially when English is not their first language. Alexis understands this firsthand.
She believes it is critical for injured workers and employees facing discrimination or harassment to have someone who speaks their language and understands their background. Clear communication builds trust, reduces misunderstandings, and empowers clients to make informed decisions about their case.
Alexis maintains an open-door policy. While she sets healthy boundaries, she encourages clients to reach out with questions or concerns. That accessibility helps ease anxiety and strengthens the attorney-client relationship.
Driven and Determined
Alexis is highly competitive and deeply motivated to advocate for her clients. She is known for pushing negotiations, asking for more when appropriate, and carefully examining every detail to protect her clients’ interests.
At the same time, she remains committed to continuous growth, working closely with experienced attorneys at the firm and strengthening her litigation and negotiation skills with every case she handles.
Practical Advice for Clients
In workers’ compensation and employment law cases, one of the most important pieces of advice Alexis gives is simple: be honest.
“You never know who is watching.”
Insurance companies and employers may use surveillance or social media monitoring to challenge a claim. If there are inconsistencies, they will use them. Alexis tells her clients that transparency from the beginning allows her to protect them effectively. When clients are truthful, opposing counsel has far less room to challenge credibility.
Honesty keeps the legal strategy strong.
Beyond the Office
Outside of her legal work, Alexis is deeply invested in health and fitness. She is a certified Pilates instructor and previously taught cycling classes. She enjoys spending time on the water and is passionate about overall wellness, from cold plunges to red light therapy.
Her goal is to bridge her professional and personal worlds, connecting with members of the community who may need guidance after an injury and showing them that legal representation can feel approachable, supportive, and empowering.
Building for the Future
While Alexis continues to grow within her practice, she does so within a firm that has served the Tampa community for more than 40 years. She leverages that depth of knowledge daily, collaborating with seasoned attorneys to ensure clients receive comprehensive representation.
At Barbas, Nuñez, Sanders, Butler & Hovsepian, we are proud to have attorneys like Alexis Ercia: dedicated, driven, and committed to serving our clients with honesty, accessibility, and determination.
