Chiefland Lawyers

Before obtaining my law degree I was a licensed mortgage banker in Florida. I have a very strong background in real estate law and participated in over 10,000 Real Estate Closings. I also have helped thousands of clients throughout Florida with bankruptcy, foreclosure defense and debt settlement. I always offer a FREE consultation. Call us today (888) 316 2131

Attorney David Carlson is an experienced Gainesville personal injury lawyer at Allen Law Firm, P.A., a well-established law firm serving injury victims throughout North Central Florida. David is a native of Gainesville, FL. He attended the University of Florida, where he rowed on the Florida Crew Team and served as varsity team captain throughout his senior year. David double majored in journalism and political science, graduating cum laude. Once David graduated college, he taught at a high school in Jacksonville. Soon after, he attended the Levin College of Law at the University of Florida, where he competed on the Trial Team. David...

Steve Brady has been a Florida attorney for more than 32 years. He graduated from the University of Florida College of Law in 1987 and Florida State University in 1984.

Over the years, Steve has represented a wide variety of clients in various state, federal, and appellate trial courts. Class actions, deadly launch pad explosions, train explosions, aircraft explosions and crashes, propane truck explosions, boat crashes, building collapses, crane disasters, electrocutions, RICO suits, deadly products, alleged litigation fraud, brain injuries, medical malpractice, design and architectural malpractice, negligence, insurance coverage, insurance bad faith, commercial, construction defects, first amendment, death, dismemberment and catastrophic...

Founding partner Joshua Silverman is a 2001 graduate of the University of Florida College of Law in Gainesville and an experienced former prosecutor with the Florida State Attorney’s Office in Gainesville. Mr. Silverman brings a wide variety of legal experience to the firm, having worked extensively during his five years as a state prosecutor in the areas of child abuse, domestic violence, and sexual offenses. In addition, he handled various criminal matters ranging from routine crimes to more serious misdemeanors and felonies, such as cases involving DUIs and homicides. As an experienced litigator, Mr. Silverman’s...

Mr. Janssen was born in Royal Oak, Michigan in 1946. He grew up in Pinellas County, Florida and graduated from Dixie Hollins High School. He attended university on an athletic scholarship and graduated from Florida State University in 1970. Mr. Janssen obtained his law degree from Widener University in Wilmington, Delaware. Before moving back to Florida, Dennis worked in the Department of Justice, Criminal Division, Narcotics & Dangerous Drugs in Washington D.C. He is also a past Assistant Attorney General for the State of Delaware. Dennis has first-hand knowledge of the pain, suffering and disability that accompanies a personal...

After completing her B.A. in Political Science from the University of Michigan, Attorney Rebecca Sonalia received her Juris Doctor from Michigan State University College of Law, graduating cum laude. She is licensed to practice law in the State of Florida and the State of Michigan. Criminal defense law involves helping people through very traumatic times in their life. Attorney Sonalia takes this aspect of her profession very seriously. Her compassionate nature and diligence in keeping her clients informed has truly been an asset to the success of the firm. Musca Law clients have consistently expressed their gratitude...

The Gainesville Florida lawyers of Massey & Duffy, PLLC are devoted to civil litigation, including personal injury lawsuits, discrimination and unpaid overtime claims, commercial disputes, wrongful death claims, and more. Our record of client advocacy stems from our commitment to equal justice for everyone, our understanding of the complexities of the law, and our courage to confront even the most powerful wrongdoers

GLEN ABBOTT A lifelong Floridian, Mr. Abbott was born and grew up in south Florida. He graduated from the University of Florida in both undergraduate studies and law school. Moving to Citrus County right out of law school, he has been serving clients in Citrus County and the surrounding area for his entire legal career. Mr. Abbott is past president of the Citrus County Bar Association. He is married and has two children and three stepchildren. Over the years he has been active in and supportive of youth sports and various civic organizations. EDUCATION Bachelor of Arts, University of Florida College of...

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.

This trial focused practice has the goals of delivering quality legal services, providing to clients personal services while developing strong, trusted relationships through effective communication, analysis, planning and litigation skills seeking the best result possible.

Nouvelle L. Gonzalo, Esq. is admitted to practice law in Ohio and Florida. She is the member-owner of Gonzalo Law where her practice focuses on U.S. and international business law. Attorney Gonzalo established her practice to pursue a lifelong interest in service through leadership. She utilizes her U.S. and international experience to help businesses navigate their legal issues and grow their companies.
As a Magna Cum Laude graduate of New York University, Nouvelle L. Gonzalo received her bachelor’s degree in Individualized Studies concentrating in International Politics and Cultural Studies. She went on to earn a Juris Doctorate with Honors...

Born in Gainesville, Florida, Evan D. George has over ten years experience in immigration law, including three years with a premier immigration firm in New York City, NY, Masliah & Soloway, PC. In February 2008, Mr. George started his own immigration law practice in Gainesville, Florida, where he represents individuals in all areas of immigration and deportation defense. Mr. George provides pro-bono legal services to indigent asylum seekers and battered migrant women. He is a member of the Florida Bar, is an active member of the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA) and has served as an adjunct...

Robert Rush has been certified as an expert in both Civil Trial Law and Criminal Trial Law by the Florida Bar. He has been litigating cases continuously since 1985, when he began his criminal law career at the Public Defender’s Office.

Attorney Steven Miles Kinsell is a lifelong resident of Gainesville, Florida and is dedicated to defending individuals who are facing all types of criminal charges. He is a former State prosecutor with extensive experience in DUI drug cases and he uses his insight to benefit his clients’ defense cases. Attorney Kinsell is recognized for his dedication strong advocacy as a Gainesville criminal defense attorney.

Florida Tax Attorney, Daniel C. Friedel, Esq., is the managing attorney of Friedel Law Group LLC and double Gator alumni of the University of Florida.

Prior to founding Friedel Law Group LLC, and specializing in helping taxpayers with their IRS and Florida Department of Revenue problems, Daniel practiced civil law litigation in Gainesville, FL. He represented clients in a diverse range of legal matters including contract disputes, professional malpractice, and wrongful foreclosure defense.

Daniel received his undergraduate degree in business, cum laude and his law degree, cum laude from the University of Florida. He is a member of the Florida...

Logan T. Lawrence, Esq., attended the University of Central Florida where he received his bachelors of arts majoring in legal studies and pursued a Juris Doctorate from the Dwayne O’ Andreas school of law located in Orlando, Florida at the Barry University campus. After being admitted into the practice of law Logan has dedicated his time volunteering with local legal aid clinics in Gainesville, Florida assisting those in need of legal services while being committed to providing quality legal services to his own private clients. Building a career out of public service as a plaintiff’s lawyer, Logan primarily handles severe personal...

Mark Dubose has dedicated himself to the characteristics of leadership, persistence, and professionalism. His strive for excellence began more than 30 years ago during his undergraduate studies at the University of Texas at San Antonio, where he was the president of both the Student Government and his fraternity. Through such governance, Mark gained valuable experience in the art of effective negotiation, as well as the ability to distinguish between matters which are best handled with a less adversarial or alternative means of dispute resolution, versus those that require a more direct and aggressive approach. Upon attaining his...