Court Admissions

U.S. District Court, District of Arizona, Pro Hac Vice
U.S. District Court, District of Colorado
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Florida
U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Michigan
U.S. District Court, Western District of Michigan
U.S. District Court, Northern District of New York, Pro Hac Vice
U.S. Bankruptcy Court, Southern District of Florida
U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit
U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit
U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit
U.S. Court of Appeals, District of Columbia Circuit

Jeffrey A. Backman

Partner

Jeffrey A. Backman is a partner in the Litigation practice group at Greenspoon Marder LLP and co-chair of the Class Action Defense practice group. Mr. Backman focuses his practice on complex class action defense and general commercial litigation, with a particular focus on consumer statutory claims, such as the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, the Fair Credit Reporting Act, and Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA) litigation. He has defended clients in federal courts throughout the country and is at the forefront of the legal landscape involving the telemarketing industry.

Mr. Backman serves as a trusted advisor on legal compliance and defense strategies before regulatory bodies, including the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), Federal Communications Commission (FCC), Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), and State Attorneys General. His advisory role ensures that clients are well-prepared to meet regulatory challenges and maintain compliance with complex legal standards.

Early in his career, Mr. Backman defended a large client in the multidistrict litigation involving the manufacture and sale of Chinese drywall, where he was the youngest member of both the state and federal court defense steering committees, also serving as lead and liaison counsel in certain state courts.

Mr. Backman is a sought-after speaker at national conferences, where he shares his insights on TCPA compliance and litigation trends. Notably, he has been a featured speaker at the Professional Association for Customer Engagement (PACE) Summit, providing valuable guidance on the evolving landscape of TCPA regulations.

Recognized for his litigation expertise and leadership, he is among “The Best Lawyers in America” for Commercial Litigation by Best Lawyers® and listed among the “500 Leading Litigators in America” by Lawdragon from 2023-2025. Additionally, he is recognized as a “Litigation Star” in Florida by Benchmark Litigation.

Beyond his professional achievements, Mr. Backman is deeply committed to community service. He is involved with Kids Can, an organization dedicated to empowering children, where his two daughters were founding board members. He has also served in various leadership roles with the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society and B’nai B’rith Justice Unit throughout his career.

Experience

Representative Experience

Obtained dismissal with prejudice of fraud-based theories of violations of the Florida Deceptive and Unfair Practices Act, urging that Federal Rule of Civil Procedure 9(b) applies. Following dismissal with prejudice, obtaining an affirmance of that ruling before the Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals.
Secured a major victory for a national insurance provider by successfully defeating class certification in a TCPA lawsuit, reducing potential exposure from $70 million to a single claim.
Defended a vehicle services company in a TCPA class action, achieving a landmark ruling on a safe harbor defense.
Defeated class certification in a TCPA lawsuit for a health advisory firm, eliminating more than 9-figures in potential exposure.
Achieved summary judgment for a cruise line company, reducing class size and defeating vicarious liability claims.
Defeated class certification for a cruise line, preventing exposure to significant liability from unsolicited text message claims.
Obtained dismissal of a class action for a management company due to lack of personal jurisdiction.
Negotiated settlements for cruise and hospitality companies in class action TCPA telemarketing and text message claims.
Successfully guided a travel company through a class action lawsuit involving TCPA and state law violations.
Compelled arbitration and settled TCPA claims for a mortgage corporation, resulting in dismissal of all claims.
Successfully dismissed TCPA and state law claims for travel and cruise companies in multiple jurisdictions.
Secured an order compelling arbitration for a hospitality company in a case involving vacation ownership interests.
Successfully represented a health services company in a putative class action, leading to a trial on arbitration agreement validity.

Professional and Community Involvement

Broward County Bar Association, Member
Leadership Broward, Class XXVIII
Nova Southeastern University Shepard Board Law Center, Former Broad Fellowship Mentor
Commercial Litigation Committee for the Defense Research Institute, Publications Board, Former Member
B’nai B’rith Justice Unit, Former Executive Director
L.E.A.D., Board of Directors, Former Member
Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, Board of Trustees, 2008-2009
International Council of Shopping Centers, Former Member

Speaking Engagements

Speaker, “TCPA Class Action Panel,” 2016 PACE Washington TCPA Summit, September 2016
Speaker, “Consumers Collections,” ALFN ANSWERS Conference, July 2016
Panelist, “Adapting Your Customer Engagement Strategy Within a Highly Charged, TCPA Regulated Environment,” PACE Convention & Expo, April 2016
Speaker, “A Brave New TCPA World,” 2015 PACE Washington TCPA Summit, September 2015

Awards

Best Lawyers®, “The Best Lawyers in America,” Commercial Litigation, 2021-2026
Lawdragon, “500 Leading Litigators in America,” 2023-2026
Super Lawyers magazine, “Super Lawyers Florida,” Class Action, 2020-2023, 2025
Benchmark Litigation, Florida “Litigation Star,” 2019-2025
South Florida Legal Guide, “Top Lawyer,” 2020-2021
Florida Trend magazine, “Legal Elite,” 2019
Benchmark Litigation, “Under 40 Hot List,” 2017-2018
South Florida Legal Guide, Top Up & Comer, 2013, 2015, 2016-2019
Super Lawyers magazine, “Florida Rising Star,” Class Action, 2009-2018
Daily Business Review, 40 Under 40, “Rising Stars,” 2014
Florida Trend magazine, Legal Elite, “Up and Comer,” 2008-2010, 2012
Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, Man of the Year, 2007