McCarty, Catherine M.

Education
Mr. Yonker was born in California, but has lived in the Central Florida area for over 35 years.  He went to the University of Florida for his undergraduate degree, earning a Bachelor of Science in biochemistry and molecular biology, and graduating with highest honors.  He then received his Master of Business Administration degree from Rollins College.  Mr. Yonker subsequently attended Charleston School of Law, where he obtained his Juris Doctor degree.

Experience
Upon graduating college, Mr. Yonker worked as a biologist for the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission.  In his work as a biologist, he studied environmental toxicology and reproductive endocrinology.  He then spent the next 14 years working for the largest pharmaceutical company in the world, Pfizer, where he specialized in medical/pharmaceutical sales.  After a very successful career in pharmaceutical sales, Mr. Yonker made the decision to earn his law degree. 

Mr. Yonker has valuable experience in the pharmaceutical/medical/ biotechnology industry.  He is extremely well-versed in complex technological concepts; including disease states, the mechanism of action of drugs, and biological/chemical processes.  Mr. Yonker currently practices in the areas of accident law, personal injury law, workers’ compensation and criminal law.  He is a member in good standing with the Florida Bar.