Ricky K. Patel

Patel was born on May 4, 1982. He attended Florida State University in 2003, receiving a BA degree with a focus on genocide prevention in 2006. He subsequently went to St. Thomas University Benjamin L. Crump College of Law and received his Juris Doctor degree in 2009. == Career ==

After graduating from law school, Patel joined the Farrell & Patel law firm. • In 2017, following Hurricane Maria in Puerto Rico, Patel represented the government in disputes with insurance companies over property damage claims. • In 2023, Patel was interviewed by Good Morning America regarding his representation in a wrongful death case involving a parasailing accident in Key West. == Authorship and published works ==

Patel is the author of LA BELLA ORUGA. He also published a children’s book titled The Beautiful Caterpillar, which he co-authored with his daughter. == Philanthropy and community service ==

Patel founded the ITS4THEKIDS foundation to benefit children in need both nationally and internationally. Patel provides duffle bags filled with necessities yearly to children entering the foster care system. In 2016, Patel helped to establish Gracious Hands Orphanage in Gressier, Haiti. In 2020, Patel launched the Pay It Forward Scholarship, which provides funds yearly to law students who have established a social program that helps those in need. Patel serves on the Board of Directors of Make-A-Wish Southern Florida. == Awards and recognitions ==

• 2025 - Honored With Trailblazer Award by APABA. • 2024 - Recognized as a Legal Luminary for Class Action Litigation by St. Thomas University Benjamin L. Crump College of Law • 2021 - STU Law School, Martin Luther King Award • 2018 - Philanthropist of the Year by Little Lighthouse Foundation • 2012 - AAHOA Chairman’s Award for Leadership and Ongoing Services == References ==