Astor Lawyers

In addition to being a practicing attorney and co-founder of Wilson McCoy, P.A. with Nathan McCoy, Gary represents both individuals in civil rights and discrimination claims, non-compete and other employment issues, but also defends employers in such matters. Gary also represents unions and their members in disciplinary grievances, arbitration, unfair labor practice hearings, and collective bargaining negotiations.

With more than 25 years of employment law experience, Gary’s work as an employment and labor law attorney has been recognized by publications and his peers, consistently naming him as one of the “Best Lawyers in America,” a Florida “Super Lawyer,” and one...

Attorney John D. Whitaker is a native of Gainesville, Florida and is a dedicated Gainesville criminal defense lawyer. As a former State prosecutor, he understands both sides of the process and can provide effective representation for anyone facing criminal charges. He has handled hundreds of criminal cases and continues to attend seminars to ensure that he can provide his clients with the best possible defense.

I have been practicing Family law and Workers Compensation law for 26 years in Central Florida.
I provide aggressive representation of my clients at reasonable rates.

One of only 3 Board Certified DUI Defense Specialists* in the State of Florida. David Katz was the lead DUI prosecutor in the Seminole County State Attorney's Office and the Intoxilyzer Specialist. In this role, David had direct training from the manufacturer of the only Breath Test Instrument in use in Florida the Intoxilyzer 8000. David now uses this training to show the flaws in the breath test program and machines and to help his clients achieve outstanding results. Additionally, David is a Regent, Faculty Member and the Chairperson of the Board Certification Committee of the...

Evan Pfeifer is a relentless criminal defense attorney who was born and raised in the NW Suburbs of Chicago. Evan’s dedicated and fearless advocacy on behalf of clients is evident in every case he handles. Evan approaches each matter with the mindset of standing in his client’s shoes, drawing on his own experiences to guide his advocacy and ensure every client receives the relentless advocacy they deserve. Before becoming a practicing attorney, Evan earned his Bachelor of Arts in Political Science with a minor in Philosophy from Loyola University Chicago, graduating magna cum laude. Evan then earned his joint Juris Doctorate...

Mr. Crews has over 28 years experience in litigation, with the vast majority of that experience devoted to personal injury claims. He has tried to verdict over 80 jury trials and in February, 2002, his client received the largest personal injury verdict in Central Florida when the firm's client received an award of $26,917,000.00!

The Hogan Law Firm is a consumer law firm representing those who feel powerless against the powerful. As an attorney and advocate for everyday people, I strive to provide my clients with the best legal representation and I am committed to exercising your rights in cases of bankruptcy and foreclosure. At The Hogan Law FirmâPutting People Firstâ is not just a slogan but a Mission Statement. I am passionate in my conviction that there is no greater public service than to help struggling fellow Floridians rebuild through bankruptcy or fend off foreclosure. That there are many...

I am a litigation attorney with Rubenstein Law and practice out of their Orlando office. I specialize in representing personal injury victims, injured through no fault of their own, in litigation matters all over the State of Florida in state and federal courts. My experience includes wrongful death claims, trucking accidents, motor vehicle and pedestrian accidents, premises liability, wrongful death, and negligent security claims. The legal profession is a second career for me, after having spent a career in the military as a member of the United States Navy. I began my second career working for insurance companies and know the tactics...

Meet Kyle, a Miami native with over a decade of experience defending medical professionals and corporations in complex cases, from medical malpractice to slip-and-fall claims. His deep understanding of insurance company tactics now fuels his commitment to advocating for individuals in personal injury and wrongful death cases. Kyle’s passion for helping those who have suffered is both professional and personal. Having witnessed firsthand the profound impact of serious injuries on families, he is dedicated to guiding clients through the legal system, fighting for the compensation they deserve, and helping them move forward. For Kyle, this work is more...

Coretta Anthony-Smith is a native Floridian, born and raised in Naples, Florida. After graduating from high school, Coretta attended Georgetown University where she earned her B.S. in Marketing. Thereafter, she worked in the insurance industry learning the ins-and-outs of the insurance industry and the inner workings of insurance companies. In 1996, Coretta began law school at the University of Florida, Levin College of Law, where she graduated in 1999. After graduating from law school, Coretta worked for two prominent insurance defense firms representing several major insurance carriers. In 2004, Coretta stopped representing insurance companies and...

I was admitted to the Florida Bar in 2013 and have been working in the field of legal litigation ever since. In the Family Law realm, I have handled dependency cases, grandparent’s rights, dissolution of marriage both with and without children, modification of time-sharing and child support, paternity, relocation cases. My experience in Criminal Law includes both jury trials and plea negotiations for clients charged with drug trafficking, possession of cannabis, armed robbery of dwelling, and driving with a suspended license. In the civil litigation realm, I have successfully represented both Plaintiffs and Defendant in cases for breach of contracts,...

Kim Lisa Taylor is a nationally recognized corporate securities attorney and best selling author of the Amazon #1 Best Selling book "How To Legally Raise Private Money.” She is the founder of Syndication Attorneys, PLLC, a Florida based law firm that provides Securities Offering Documents and Investor Marketing Materials for clients nationwide.

Kim has been the responsible attorney for hundreds of securities offerings. She is a frequent speaker at commercial real estate training events on the topics of securities compliance, deal structuring with investors, and raising private money.

Richard is board certified in Marital and Family Law by The Florida Bar and The National Board of Trial Advocacy. He has been in private practice for more than 35 years specializing in marital and family law. He has extensive experience in cases dealing with complex financial matters, including the valuation of closely held corporations, professional practices and incentive stock options.

Richard has a proven history in the representation of numerous professional athletes and other public figures with the utmost regard for protecting his clients from media exposure and overly invasive discovery practices. Richard is committed to the prompt resolution of...

Rachel Mattie is a criminal defense attorney in the Orlando area. Ms. Mattie is a former Assistant Public Defender for the Ninth Judicial Circuit in Orange County, Florida. As an Assistant Public Defender, Ms. Mattie represented hundreds of indigent clients in the Central Florida community in both County and Circuit Court, defending various criminal matters including juvenile offenses, traffic cases, DUIs, thefts, drug possession, violations of probation, and more. While at the Public Defender's Office, Ms. Mattie developed a passion for not only active litigation and trial strategy, but more importantly, client satisfaction. Ms. Mattie is not only committed to...

I have been a practicing attorney for more than 20 years. I started my own law firm in 2012. My practice areas include real estate, estate planning (wills & trusts, durable power of attorney, designation of heath care surrogate and living will), probate, business law, corporate and LLC formations and elder law – Medicaid planning. Prior to starting my own practice, I gained valuable knowledge working as associate general counsel for a prominent commercial real estate developer. Throughout my career I have been involved in hundreds of commercial and residential property closings. I also gained significant experience...

Attorney and Counselor at Law

Lisabeth J. Fryer is the founder and lead attorney at Lisabeth J. Fryer, P.A., a Florida Law Firm handling criminal defense, appeals and post-conviction relief in state and federal courts throughout Florida. Lisabeth is committed to providing her clients with the best representation she can and stays informed and updated on the latest legal developments in Florida and federal criminal law, medical science, social science and all the many disciplines which can prove useful in providing a strong, effective defense and representation in plea negotiations, at trial, and on appeal.

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• Licensed in Florida and Washington D.C. • Licensed in the Middle District of Florida (federal) • Trained Arbitrator • Florida Supreme Court Certified Civil/Circuit and Appellant Mediator. • 2021 Attorney of the Year for Community Legal Services of Mid-Florida • Master Instructor of Combat Hapkido, 5th degree black belt Founder of the Law Firm of Charles Vega P.A. o BBB A+ Rated company o Six attorneys serving North; Central; South and the Gulf Coast Legal Services: Personal Injury, Automobile Accidents, Slip and Fall, Probate, Businesses, Family, Estate Planning, Real Estate, Medical Malpractice, Family Law and General Civil Litigation Education • Nova Southeastern University - Undergraduate Degree • Barry University – Dwayne O. Andreas School of Law • Florida Coastal...