Meet Our Team

MEET THE EXPERTS

Jason Tortorici

Joseph P. “Jody” Schilleci, Jr.

When someone says Jody Schilleci takes personal interest in his clients, they mean it. In fact, Jody’s approach is so personal that he is the direct point of contact for each and every client – a unique necessity of his business. His approach to law is simple and effective: Develop a relationship with clients so they can elevate their business to the next level.

Jody is not just a lawyer, he’s also an adviser and trusted friend. As issues arise, you can feel confident you’re working with someone who genuinely cares about how the results will affect you. Whether it’s in forming a new company, preparing an agreement, providing guidance to a manufacturer, or securing and protecting trademarks and copyrights, Jody is always working hard for clients in various industries. While a significant portion of his practice has been in the representation of clients in the dietary supplement, cosmetics, pharmaceutical, and food industries, in the United States and internationally, Jody is absolutely willing to help with your business. For the last 23 years, his law practice’s focus has been on assisting business owners, women and entrepreneurs with business-related and contractual matters and regulatory compliance with the FDA and FTC – this includes claims and label review, as well as brand promotion & protection related issues for those in the dietary supplement, cosmetics, food & beverage, health & fitness, modeling and entertainment industries

 Jody is a huge Disney addict and a fan of all sports, especially the University of Alabama and Chicago Cubs. When he’s not serving his clients, he loves to spend his free time fishing.

Jason Tortorici

Jason Tortorici has a fundamental understanding and appreciation for both sides of the aisle, treating his job as he would his personal life. He takes real interest in each and every one of his client’s matters and businesses, truly immersing himself in their story to fully understand the situation and relay it to a jury. 

Jason’s practice primarily focuses on defending commercial property owners, manufacturers, businesses and insurance carriers in litigation that arises out of contractual and commercial disputes, catastrophic accidents and injuries, insurance coverage, intellectual property, and the proper operation and maintenance of commercial premises. His experience at trial representing business owners on both sides of the aisle provides a unique and unparalleled frame of reference. From negotiating contracts on behalf of high-profile clients to trying a case to verdict, Jason’s approach is geared towards developing a fundamental understanding of his client’s business at the outset of the case, so the client’s position is effectively communicated in a cost-effective manner.

 Along with building client relationships, Jason also values community involvement as he is a volunteer with Scouts of America, member of Vestavia Hills Soccer Club Board of Directors, and President of the Chapter Advisory Board for the Alpha Phi Chapter of Theta Chi Fraternity at the University of Alabama. Outside of the office, Jason enjoys coaching his children’s soccer teams, golfing and catching his favorite bands and musical acts at live shows. He’s also an avid amateur chef, wine enthusiast and skilled poker player.