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James Nelson Brown
West Palm Beach, FL Business Law Lawyer with 21 years of experience
Free ConsultationBusiness, Estate Planning, Probate and Real Estate
Touro College Jacob D. Fuchsberg Law Center
Attorney, James N. Brown is well versed in the law practice of both commercial and residential real estate transactions. He has a wide range of experience in real estate transactions, including construction, land development, and commercial matters. He graduated second in his class, Summa Cum Laude, with a full scholarship and is the founder of Title Leap. Jim has dedicated his entire life to real estate from General Contractor to veteran attorney, and has helped 1000’s of realtors, buyers and sellers over the past 30 years.
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George T. Breur
West Palm Beach, FL Business Law Lawyer
(800) 737-1390
1655 Palm Beach Lakes Blvd
#500
West Palm Beach, FL 33401
Business, Construction, Insurance Claims and Real Estate
St. Thomas University School of Law
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Adam B. Portnow
Sarasota, FL Business Law Lawyer with 16 years of experience
Business, IP, Patents and Trademarks
St. Thomas University School of Law
The Law Office of Adam B. Portnow, P.L. is an Intellectual Property & General Law practice providing competent, cost-effective representation for clients throughout the State of Florida.
Adam Portnow is a graduate of St. Thomas University School of Law in Miami, Florida. Prior to completing law school, he received his Bachelor of Science degree in Digital Arts and Sciences from the University of Florida College of Computer Information Sciences and Engineering.
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Steven Wayne Halvorson
West Palm Beach, FL Business Law Attorney with 48 years of experience
Free ConsultationBusiness, Health Care, Medical Malpractice and Personal Injury
Stetson University College of Law
Mr. Halvorson is a Shareholder and Partner of the firm. He is Board Certified by the Florida Bar in the areas of Personal Injury and Wrongful Death and has successfully prosecuted numerous high profile cases. His practice is devoted 100% to litigation and he has specialized in the areas of motor vehicle accidents, medical malpractice, personal injury, products liability and wrongful death since 1977.
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Ryan A. Fogg
West Palm Beach, FL Business Law Attorney with 16 years of experience
Free ConsultationBusiness, Medical Malpractice, Nursing Home and Personal Injury
Charleston School of Law
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D. Michael Lins
Tampa, FL Business Law Lawyer with 40 years of experience
Free ConsultationBusiness, Elder, Estate Planning and Probate
Florida State University College of Law
I am an attorney with over thirty years of law practice experience in the Tampa Bay area. My practice concentrates in the areas of estate planning, probate, estate litigation, elder law, business and contract law, personal injury and wrongful death, .
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Jocelyn Smith
Tampa, FL Business Law Lawyer with 18 years of experience
Free ConsultationBusiness, Collections and IP
Georgetown University Law Center
Jocelyn Smith is a member of the Florida and Virginia Bars and has practiced in state and federal court for the past thirteen years. She has experience in litigating a variety of business contract disputes, as well as intellectual property, consumer class actions, restrictive covenant enforcement, and consumer and commercial debt collection.
Jocelyn grew up in Gainesville, Florida and received her B.A. from the University of Florida before obtaining her J.D. from Georgetown University in Washington, D.C. At Georgetown, Jocelyn participated in Moot Court, the Harrison Institute Public Policy Clinic, and the Georgetown Gilbert & Sullivan Society.
After law school, Jocelyn returned...
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Andrew A. Yerrakadu
Tampa, FL Business Law Lawyer with 32 years of experience
Free ConsultationBusiness, Insurance Defense and Stockbroker Fraud
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Natalie Khawam
Tampa, FL Business Law Attorney with 19 years of experience
Free ConsultationBusiness, Administrative and Health Care
Georgetown University Law Center
I am a healthcare lawyer with a specialization in Qui Tam matters. I represent whistle blowers under The False Claims Act.
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Samantha L. Dammer
Tampa, FL Business Law Lawyer with 26 years of experience
Free ConsultationBusiness, Bankruptcy, Foreclosure Defense and Real Estate
Valparaiso University School of Law
Samantha Dammer is an attorney licensed in Florida and Illinois, concentrating her practice in general business law, bankruptcy law, real estate litigation, foreclosure solutions, family law, as well as comprehensive asset protection and debt restructuring. A tenacious, compassionate and experienced attorney in Tampa Bay, Ms. Dammer provides a holistic approach to clients who are seeking relief from real estate related financial distress, foreclosure or pre-foreclosure issues.
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Jay Eng
Palm Beach Gardens, FL Business Law Attorney with 26 years of experience
(561) 835-9400
3507 Kyoto Gardens Drive
Suite 200
Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410
Business, Securities and Stockbroker Fraud
Tulane University School of Law and Florida State University College of Law
Experienced attorney in Federal courts, Florida state courts and FINRA arbitration with focus in securities law, securities class actions, broker-dealer disputes and business law.
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Samuel Carlson Higginbottom
Riverview, FL Business Law Attorney with 14 years of experience
Business, Construction, Insurance Claims and Maritime
The Catholic University of America Columbus School of Law
While growing up, I had the pleasure to spend many summers in Florida were I developed an appreciation for boating Florida's waterways. These positive experiences influenced my decision to attend the United States Merchant Marine Academy, a federal service academy. While at the Academy, I had the opportunity to work on container ships, boom ships, and a LASH ship. Upon graduating and receiving a USCG license, I gained valuable experience working as a marine engineer aboard research vessels, ATBs and tug boats. I also had the privilege to serve as an officer in the US Navy Reserve.
After...
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Nicole Rose Hewitt
Jupiter, FL Business Law Lawyer with 26 years of experience
Business, Elder, Estate Planning and Probate
University of Baltimore School of Law
Nicole Hewitt specializes in Estate Planning and Administration, Elder Law, Special Needs Planning, Business Planning, and Real Estate Transactions, with a particular focus on tax implications. She provides expert legal guidance to individuals, business owners, young families, retirees, and the elderly, helping them achieve their estate, tax, and medical assistance planning goals. Additionally, Nicole has extensive experience working with individuals and families with special needs, including the establishment of trusts and adult guardianships.
Before co-founding HWK Law Group, Nicole built a robust career that included roles as a senior tax associate with two Big 5 accounting firms, an associate at a...
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Sarah E Peart
Tampa, FL Business Law Attorney with 18 years of experience
Free ConsultationBusiness, Estate Planning, Foreclosure Defense and Real Estate
Florida State University College of Law
Sarah hails from Upstate New York and is a Yankee at heart, though she relocated to Florida over a decade ago. After high school, she moved to New York City to attend Fordham University. While living in the Big Apple, she gained experience through several jobs, including interning for The Fresh Air Fund, tutoring disadvantaged children in the Bronx through the America Reads Challenge program, and working on a congressional campaign, to name a few. During her junior year, she traveled to Ireland for a six month study abroad program and studied Celtic History and International Economics at University...
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Timothy S. Dean
Ocala, FL Business Law Attorney with 33 years of experience
Free ConsultationBusiness, Estate Planning, Probate and Real Estate
University of Mississippi
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Elisabeth D. Kozlow
Plantation, FL Business Law Attorney with 37 years of experience
Business, Construction, Landlord Tenant and Real Estate
University of Miami School of Law
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Michael L. Morgan
Sarasota, FL Business Law Attorney with 27 years of experience
Free ConsultationBusiness, Construction, Personal Injury and Products Liability
Southwestern University School of Law
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Tiffani K. Thornton
Tampa, FL Business Law Attorney with 4 years of experience
Business, Estate Planning, Landlord Tenant and Real Estate
Stetson University College of Law
Tiffani K. Thornton is a solo practitioner in Tampa, Florida. Her primary areas of practice and expertise are estate planning, business transactions, real estate and real property.
Ms. Thornton is a former Assistant Attorney General for the State of Florida, where she managed cases from intake through trial preparation, including making regular court appearances and arguments on behalf of a state agency. While a student at USF St. Petersburg she launched her mother’s senior care business, worked as a Legal Assistant for an attorney representing Homeowners and Condominium Associations, and interned for local and state-level political campaigns. During law school,...
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Yong R Oh
Gainesville, FL Business Law Lawyer with 13 years of experience
Business, Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI and Landlord Tenant
University of Florida
I grew up in the Dr. Phillips area of Orlando, Florida from age seven until I left for college. After graduating law school, I have worked in both the public and private sectors, as a criminal prosecutor for five years and in-house counsel for a private equity group, respectively, culminating in my opening my own practice. For most of my services I can serve all Florida counties and have experience in all stages of litigation, from negotiation to jury trial. I will give it all I have for my clients, so contact me today!
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Alexander Gilewicz
Jacksonville, FL Business Law Attorney with 9 years of experience
(904) 619-2510
6550 St. Augustine Road
Suite 305
Jacksonville, FL 32217
Free ConsultationBusiness, Appeals, Criminal Defense and DUI & DWI
Florida Coastal School of Law
Having represented thousands of clients across northeast Florida, I come into every case with a wealth of experience and knowledge. My trial experience includes a wide range of offenses from misdemeanors through life felonies. I take pride in fighting through difficult cases that other lawyers may turn away. My candor and attention to detail will help guide you through an incredibly difficult time while my dedication to you and your case will ensure that your rights are protected.
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Jeffrey D. Harper
Jacksonville, FL Business Law Lawyer with 4 years of experience
Business, Estate Planning, IP and Probate
Florida Coastal School of Law
I have always had a passion for helping others. I am dedicated to the pursuit of justice for his clients. My concentrated areas of practice include: Estate Planning, Probate, Business/Corporate Law, Domestic Relations, Intellectual Property, Injunctions, and Notary Services.
Prior to law school, I spent more than 15 years in corporate America working for companies in various industries ranging from healthcare, finance, technology, and currently, construction franchising. After receiving my Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from the University of Florida, I continued my pursuit of higher education by obtaining a Master's in Business Administration (MBA) from Liberty University, where I...
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Elias Leonard Dsouza
Plantation, FL Business Law Attorney with 24 years of experience
Free ConsultationBusiness, Bankruptcy, Foreclosure Defense and Landlord Tenant
Nova Southeastern University
Our Firm concentrates its practice in Bankruptcy [7, 13 & 11,]Debtor and Creditor Representation, Bankruptcy Related Litigation, Corporate Reorganizations & Workouts & Creditor Rights, foreclosure defense, credit restoration, and we sue debt collectors under the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act. Our firm also does a fair share of family law, wills, probate, commercial and civil litigation, personal injury, real estate transactions, refinancing and foreclosure defense, landlord-tenant issues.
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Gary M. Singer
Fort Lauderdale, FL Business Law Attorney with 23 years of experience
(954) 771-7601
2929 East Commercial Blvd, Suite 100
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308
Business, Bankruptcy, Estate Planning and Landlord Tenant
Nova Southeastern University
Gary M. Singer is an attorney licensed to practice law in Florida. Gary is Board Certified as an expert in Real Estate Law by the Florida Bar. Gary is a member of the Florida Bar, the Broward County Bar Association (Board of Directors and Co-Chair of the Real Estate Section), Broward Attorneys Real Estate Council,and is an Adjunct Professor at Nova Southeastern University. He is a Member Agent of Attorneys' Title Fund Services. He was born in the Bronx and was raised in eastern Long Island, New York. Gary M. Singer moved to Florida in 1989 with the...
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Antoine Dumas Jr.
Ft. Lauderdale, FL Business Law Lawyer
(754) 946-2484
1451 W. Cypress Creek Road, Suite 300
Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33309
Free ConsultationBusiness and Trademarks
Howard University School of Law
EDUCATION
Oakwood University
BA, Theology
Howard University School of Law
Doctor in Jurisprudence
AREAS OF EXPERIENCE
Business
M&A
Contract Drafting & Review
Breach of Contract
Partnership Disputes
Home Contractor Suits
Small Claims
Civil Theft
Florida Deceptive & Unfair Trade Practices
ADMISSIONS
Florida State Bar
Southern District of Florida
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Brendan Sweeney
Fort Lauderdale, FL Business Law Lawyer with 20 years of experience
(954) 440-3993
6750 N Andrews Ave, Suite 200
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309
Business, Construction and Real Estate
University of Miami School of Law
Brendan A. Sweeney, Esq., is the founding partner and driving force behind Sweeney Law, P.A. He focuses his practice on business, consumer, construction, real estate law, and Title III-ADA litigation, and brings a great deal of experience to the table.
Attorney Sweeney started out his career as a trial attorney representing the state of Florida in criminal matters as an Assistant State Attorney for the Fourth Judicial Court of Florida. Subsequently, he moved on to gain a deep understanding of real estate law and civil litigation while practicing with large international and national law firms representing the world’s largest financial institutions.
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Ron S. Bilu
Pompano Beach, FL Business Law Lawyer with 22 years of experience
Business, Bankruptcy and Real Estate
University of Florida
A partner at the Law Offices of Bilu Law, Ron S. Bilu represents clients in the state of Florida in matters of real estate law, foreclosure defense, insurance, bankruptcy, state and local taxation, investment and securities litigation, family law, personal injury, intellectual property, corporate law and commercial litigation. He is also authorized as an agent to write for the Old Republic National Title Insurance Company and is a member of the Attorneys’ Title Insurance Fund.
Mr. Bilu earned a Bachelor of Science from the University of Florida, graduating summa cum laude with an advertising major and a criminal justice minor. At...
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Thomas Adam
Jacksonville, FL Business Law Attorney with 21 years of experience
Free ConsultationBusiness, Bankruptcy, Foreclosure Defense and Real Estate
Florida State University College of Law
Thomas Adam was born and raised in the suburbs of Baltimore, MD. He performed his undergraduate studies at the University of Maryland at College Park and Florida State University; where he excelled in business and investments, and earned a Bachelor’s of Science degree in Business Administration with a major in Finance. During his time as an undergraduate at Florida State University, Mr. Adam interned for Merrill Lynch Pierce Fenner & Smith in Tallahassee, Florida. After graduation, Mr. Adam joined Merrill Lynch’s Jacksonville, Florida office, where he acquired the FINRA Series 7 and 63 licenses. Mr. Adam earned his Juris...
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Neil Henrichsen
Jacksonville, FL Business Law Lawyer with 36 years of experience
Business, Civil Rights, Construction and Employment
American University Washington College of Law and American University
Neil L. Henrichsen has been a voice for working people his entire professional career. Mr. Henrichsen is an experienced AV Rated civil trial lawyer representing exclusively employees in whistleblower, discrimination, sexual harassment, and other employment and labor claims. Mr. Henrichsen also works in the civil rights law field and has successfully tried to verdict numerous cases before juries and judges in state and federal courts throughout the United States.
Mr. Henrichsen has over 33 years of employment and labor law experience primarily advocating for the rights of employees, including executives of all levels, sales executives, financial advisors and finance professionals, physicians,...
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Mr. Richard Henry Fabiani II
Gainesville, FL Business Law Lawyer with 16 years of experience
Free ConsultationBusiness, Entertainment & Sports, Environmental and Real Estate
Tulane University
Rick Fabiani brings over ten years of experience practicing law to Fabiani Law PA. His first focus is always on understanding the client’s goals and helping find the most effective way to reach those goals, whether representing individuals or corporate clients. Rick helps clients with real estate and business transactions, including closing and title services, and litigation in a wide range of civil matters. He has developed a reputation of being able to solve problems in difficult situations. From creative professionals to musicians to programmers to engineers and others, Rick has helped negotiate and litigate contracts for hundreds of contractors,...
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Tara S. David
Coconut Creek, FL Business Law Lawyer with 13 years of experience
6810 N. State Rd. 7
Suite 218
Coconut Creek, FL 33073
Free ConsultationBusiness, Estate Planning, Probate and Real Estate
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Ledford Parnell
Coral Springs, FL Business Law Lawyer
(954) 752-5587
11555 HERON BAY BLVD.
SUITE 200
Coral Springs, FL 33076
Free ConsultationBusiness, Elder, Estate Planning and Probate
University of Miami School of Law
OVER 30 YEARS EXPERIENCE in civil, criminal and appellate law in Palm Beach, Broward and other Florida Counties. I was also a city prosecutor for a year or so.
Practiced in a wide variety of law cases including civil and criminal jury trials and appellate cases, including a case in the Florida Supreme Court.
Army veteran-Honorable Discharge.
Born and raised in Passaic County, New Jersey.
Graduated from Passaic Valley High School in Little Falls, New Jersey
Moved to Florida with my family and began college at the University of Miami in the Business School majoring in accounting. I enjoyed the business law courses so...
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Carl Berry
Boca Raton, FL Business Law Lawyer with 28 years of experience
(561) 910-0900
150 East Palmetto Park Road
Suite 800
Boca Raton, FL 33432
Free ConsultationBusiness, Appeals and Construction
North Carolina Central University School of Law
At the Strategic Legal Group, I am part of a team that excels in providing comprehensive and strategic counsel to businesses, ensuring the protection of legal interests for both domestic and international enterprises. My role primarily involves guiding corporate entities toward legal compliance and resolution in various areas. I handle the drafting, evaluation, and advisory services related to contracts covering essential aspects such as commercial transactions, commercial property, and business acquisitions. My responsibilities also include scrutinizing and negotiating commercial leases, marketing agreements, vendor agreements, technology and software licensing (including SaaS agreements), employment contracts, termination agreements, confidentiality and non-compete agreements, adherence...
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Paul Bryan Christensen
Jacksonville, FL Business Law Attorney with 24 years of experience
Business, Communications and Immigration
Florida Coastal School of Law
Welcome to the web site of The Law Office of Paul B. Christensen, P.A. Our client-centered law practice is committed to providing legal services devoted to immigration law.
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David W Fineman
Fort Myers, FL Business Law Attorney with 18 years of experience
5237 Summerlin Commons Blvd.
Suite 229
Fort Myers, FL 33907
Business, Bankruptcy, Consumer and Foreclosure Defense
Barry University Dwayne O. Andreas School of Law
Mr. Fineman was born and raised in Southwest Florida and is a graduate of Florida Gulf Coast University (B.S. Legal Studies and Criminal Justice). In 2007, Mr. Fineman obtained his Juris Doctorate from Barry University School of Law. While in law school, Mr. Fineman served as a Certified Legal Intern for the State Attorney’s Office of the Ninth Judicial Circuit which allowed him to prosecute several criminal cases for the State of Florida. Mr. Fineman was a Senior Note and Comment Editor on Barry University’s Law Review and graduated second in his class. Mr. Fineman was invited to be...
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Russell L. Forkey
Boca Raton, FL Business Law Lawyer with 52 years of experience
Free ConsultationBusiness, Arbitration & Mediation, Securities and Stockbroker Fraud
Florida State University College of Law
For over 35 years, the law office of Russell L. Forkey, P.A. has been representing investors, including seniors, in claims against brokerage firms and investment advisors, for among other things, fraud, negligence, breach of fiduciary, and violations of the federal and state securities laws with the goal of loss recovery. Additionally, we handle business and contract disputes in state and federal courts.
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Layne Dare Prebor
Gainesville, FL Business Law Lawyer with 28 years of experience
Free ConsultationBusiness, Arbitration & Mediation, Divorce and Domestic Violence
University of Florida
With over 15 years experience as a family law attorney, I have represented individuals challenged with the complicated, often times heavily sensitive, territory of domestic relations matters. I am skilled in creating constructive environments focused on bringing about the most beneficial results for my clients. I am a partner at the Gainesville-based Galigani Law Firm and represent clients in the Gainesville, Alachua, Ocala, Lake City and the surrounding communities.
I have worked on all types of family law matters, including contested divorce, uncontested divorce and pre-marital agreements. I also provide experienced counsel during the related difficult decisions that parents...
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Richard Kaplan
Delray Beach, FL Business Law Lawyer with 44 years of experience
Free ConsultationBusiness, Estate Planning, Probate and Real Estate
University of Miami School of Law, Cleveland State University and The Ohio Northern University Pettit College of Law
The Law Offices of Richard J. Kaplan, P.A., offer many legal services to our clients. Practicing primarily in the areas of Wills/Trusts, Estate Planning, Probate, Real Estate and Mortgage Closings, and Business Formation and Agreements. With the main office in Coral Springs (1999 University Drive, Suite 402), serving Broward and Palm Beach Counties; the firm also provides an office in Hollywood (4310 Sheridan Street, 2nd Floor), serving southern Broward and Miami-Dade County; and Delray Beach, serving Palm Beach County. Additionally, our firm is prepared to be available for matters on a variety of other subjects...
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Jeffrey Lampley
Fort Myers, FL Business Law Lawyer with 10 years of experience
(239) 275-2289
5237 Summerlin Commons Blvd.
Ste. 217
Fort Myers, FL 33907
Free ConsultationBusiness, Bankruptcy and Estate Planning
Barry University Dwayne O. Andreas School of Law
I graduated from Florida Gulf Coast University with bachelors degrees in Finance and Economics. Following undergrad, I attended law school at Barry University's Dwayne O. Andreas School of Law in Orlando, Florida where I graduated cum laude.
I began my legal career primary representing consumers in bankruptcy and debt collection matters. However, my business background took hold and I have extended my practice to include business transactions.
I live in the Fort Myers area with my wife and two children.
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Michael Dustin Sechrest
Gainesville, FL Business Law Attorney with 26 years of experience
Free ConsultationBusiness, Construction, Medical Malpractice and Personal Injury
University of Florida
Michael Sechrest is a civil trial attorney in Gainesville FL. He was recently selected by SuperLawyers as a civil litigation super lawyer, which is a designation reserved for only 5% of attorneys in the State of Florida. He is also board certified by the Florida Bar, which is a recognition as an expert in his field. He has handled hundreds of cases, trials and arbitrations throughout Florida and many other states in both state and federal courts. Mr. Sechrest’s practice areas include personal injury, business/construction litigation, and products liability. He has also handled a variety of...
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Kelly R McNeal
Gainesville, FL Business Law Attorney with 18 years of experience
Business, Appeals, Divorce and Family
University of Florida
McNeal Legal, LLC is committed to providing legal services to businesses and individuals in a professional, timely and cost efficient manner. This is a time when you need the assistance of a professional attorney who can guide you to make the best of a less than ideal situation, and protect your rights along the way.