Citrus County Lawyers

A true Florida native, Jonathon Douglas graduated from Northeast High School in St. Petersburg before attending the University of Florida where he earned a Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science degrees, both with honors. From there, Mr. Douglas attended Stetson University College of Law where he learned and practiced the art of trial advocacy. Before graduating, Jonathon clerked for the Honorable Shawn Crane and interned at the State Attorney’s Office and Public Defender’s Office. After graduation, he began his work as an Assistant Public Defender for the Sixth Judicial Circuit and then moved on to defending the rights of...

Stephen J. Wein is a founding shareholder of the firm. He was previously the Chairman of the Litigation Department of a prominent local firm where he was also a member of its Executive Committee. He is a 1976 graduate of Stetson University College of Law. Steve’s extensive litigation experience is diverse, ranging from Complex Commercial to White Collar Criminal matters on behalf of and against public and private companies, financial institutions, insurance companies and professionals. The representations have dealt with a wide gamut of legal issues involving securities, antitrust, class actions, computers and software, intellectual property, healthcare fraud...

Jacquelyn M. Codd, Esq., has been a Polk County native since she was 5 years old. She started working in local law firms in 2010 and worked as a paralegal and law clerk throughout her time in undergrad and law school. She consistently focused on clerking in areas which could give her valuable contracts, collections, and construction law experience. She also ensured that she spent at least one year working in the area of consumer and collection defense so that she could learn the tricks of the trade and protect her future clients from falling into regulatory compliance traps during...

Jacob “Jake” Pillsbury attended the University of Florida and Stetson University College of Law. He graduated with a Juris Doctor in 2012 and immediately began serving the Tampa Bay Community handling plaintiff’s personal injury actions. A year into his career, Mr. Pillsbury transitioned into criminal defense, by joining the Public Defender's office. In each of his four years as an assistant public defender, he represented more than 200 indigent citizens of Hillsborough, Pasco, and Pinellas County. During those years he handled thousands of criminal cases ranging from minor traffic infractions to first degree life felonies. Through more...

Former prosecutor.

Former President of the Osceola County Bar Association.

Over 30 years of continuous criminal practice.

The Tinsley Criminal Defense Team is wholly devoted to the intelligent and aggressive defense of people accused of crimes.

If you or someone you love is charged with a crime, there's a lot to talk about. Please call for a free consultation.

With over 35 yrs experience in criminal law, Ronnie Crider has built a strong reputation as a defense attorney by applying his extensive experience as a Pinellas County Deputy Sheriff and Assistant State Attorney towards defending his clients. Upon leaving the State Attorney's Office, Ronnie began his successful Criminal Law Practice and was among the first one hundred criminal attorneys in the State of Florida to achieve Criminal Trial Law Board Certification , a distinction held by fewer than 1% of all Florida attorneys. During the past 26 years, Ronnie has exclusively represented those charged with both Felony and...

Welcome to Finkelstein Firm, P.A. I have dedicated my 20 years of practice to representing citizens charged with criminal offenses. Throughout my career, I have represented thousands of clients charged with a wide variety of crimes. I have extensive experience through all stages of litigation and trial. My trial experience includes cases ranging from DUIs and misdemeanors to violent crimes, sex crimes, and capital offenses where the state is seeking the death penalty. My profession is my passion! At Finkelstein Firm, P.A., you will get the attention you and your case deserve. Your Defense Starts Here!

Oxalis B. Garcia is a native from Puerto Rico. After being admitted to practice Law in the State of Florida she began focusing on practicing Family and Criminal law in the Tampa Bay area. Since that time, she has represented clients in divorces, custody disputes, post-judgment modification actions, child support matters, alimony and domestic violence injunctions. In addition she has represented client in Misdemeanors, Traffic Infractions, DUI’s and Violations of Probation. Presently she is admitted in three (3) jurisdictions and is fluent in both the Spanish and English languages. In addition Attorney Garcia volunteers at the Free Family Law...

Experienced trial attorney, practicing in federal and state court. Licensed in Florida, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and New York. Has earned three degrees, including a law degree from Florida State University and an advanced law degree, LL.M. in Trial Advocacy, from Temple University's Beasley School of Law (which consistently competes with Stetson University's law school for the TOP trial school in the U.S.A.).

Bilingual Attorney and Senior Certified Professional by the Society for Human Resources Management (SHRM-SCP). Attorney Santiago has been practicing law since 2009, and possesses 25 years of combined professional experience in the legal & human resources fields and vast functional experience in consulting services & project management. Her law firm provides legal representation on immigration matters to individuals and businesses. Also, consulting services for businesses on matters related to compliance with employment laws & regulations and HR practices. Santiago Law Services focuses in providing a quality and personalized service to clients in the United States and Latin America. Services...

Attorney Bridgette Michelle Domingos is a skilled litigator. She has one of the fastest growing minority-owned firms in the Tampa Bay area. Known for her persistence, knowledge and skill, she has earned a reputation as one that gets results.

I was born and raised near Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and am a 1987 graduate of Temple University Beasley School of Law. I also earned an MBA in Economics and Finance, and a BA in Psychology, both from Temple University. Prior to attending law school, I earned my living as a financial analyst. After law school, I served as a New Jersey State Criminal Prosecutor (Financial Crimes Unit) and also worked as a solo practitioner before relocating to Florida in 1995. In Florida, I was an Assistant Attorney General (in Tampa's Economic Crime Unit) before opening my own law practice. I've been...

Stacey Hendrix McNelis - Experienced Legal Support From A Polk County Native

Stacey H. McNelis is dedicated to the practice of law and helping those in need. She focuses primarily in Criminal, Dependency and Family Law, and Social Security in Polk, Hardee and Highlands counties. She is an experienced trial attorney, having handled numerous cases in the county court as well as at the circuit court level. Over the course of her career, she has argued hundreds of motions and has tried over 30 jury trials.

Prior to founding McNelis Law, Ms. McNelis joined Colón & McNelis, P.A., in 2005 and practiced...

Robert J. Healy is a lifelong resident of the St. Petersburg area and a founding partner of Salter, Healy, Rivera & Heptner. Mr. Healy is an experienced trial lawyer whose passion is helping wrongfully injured clients in Florida.

I am a graduate of Palatka High School and the seventh generation of a Putnam County family. After graduating as Palatka’s first National Merit Scholar, I attended St. Johns River Community College and obtained my B.A. with honors and J.D. from the University of Florida. I was admitted to the Florida Bar in 1979.

I am passionate about equal access to the court system; and served indigent clients in South Florida through the Public Defender’s Office and Florida Rural Legal Services. I have been of-counsel to the Guardian ad Litem program, and also served for five years as a guardian...

Attorney Charlie Douglas represents clients across the state of Florida for legal matters in many different areas. He has extensive experience in Family Law, Estate Planning, Probate, Business Matters, and Personal Injury. Charlie also owns Douglas Law Firm, which is a full-service firm dedicated to serving communities across Florida. The firm is equipped with a team of attorneys who bring years of knowledge and experience in many legal matters including Family and Divorce law, Criminal Defense, Business Law, Guardianships, and more. Prior to Charlie opening Douglas Law Firm, he gained national recognition for his fight to free a Texas man,...

After graduating and passing the bar exam, Justin was hired by Bernie McCabe, the State Attorney for the 6th Judicial Circuit. Soon after he had joined this office, he was selected to run the North County Traffic Court. In this capacity, Justin gained a wealth of experience with DUI/DWI prosecution and other traffic-related cases. His involvement in this area of case law made him the logical choice when other state attorneys needed training. Justin’s passionate pursuit of justice included ride alongs with Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office deputies in the DUI Wolf Pack made a serious impression with many stakeholders in the...

Peter T. Hofstra is an of counsel real estate attorney at DeLoach, Hofstra & Cavonis, P.A. His expertise in real estate law has helped to solidify the firm as a specialist in real estate acquisitions, condominium and association law and transfer of real property.

Andrew Tetreault (pronounced Tay-tro) grew up all over the United States, though spending most of his life in the Midwest and the South. Andrew attended college at Ohio Wesleyan University, just outside of Columbus, Ohio, and received a Bachelor's degree as a double major. After college, Andrew enrolled at Tulane University Law School in New Orleans, Louisiana. During the fall of 2005, Hurricane Katrina caused a disaster in New Orleans and Tulane was shut down for the entire fall semester. In order to graduate law school on time, Andrew enrolled as a visiting student at the University of Florida College of...

I am a seasoned attorney in the field of commercial real estate transactions. I focus on negotiating and documenting various types of commercial leases, including anchor tenant, shopping center, retail store, office, and industrial leases, as well as handling other commercial real estate transactions. I also act as the closing agent for commercial and residential purchase and sale transactions. Throughout my career, I have dedicated myself to applying creative win-win negotiation skills, developing and implementing practical legal and business solutions, and building professional relationships. You can find more about my professional journey on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/lawrencesilvestri/ and my website at...

A nationally-recognized leader in defending the rights of consumers in all area of legal disputes, with a very intense and dedicated focus to defending and prosecuting foreclosure related issues. The lawyers and staff at WeidnerLaw maintain a very hands on and personal approach to each client relationship and have a state of the art client communication system that ensures clients are kept abreast of all their case developments

De Paz Law offers a free 30-minute consultation to discuss your legal needs for estate planning, guardianship, estate administration and probate issues. We offer flexible payment plans and a flat-fee structure for some probate cases. Our clients stay connected throughout their case and are able to view the progress of their legal issue, including hearings, any time of day through a secure client portal. Our attorneys have a well-respected reputation for our personalized and attentive client service. Our founding attorney, Daniel de Paz, has been recognized for his commitment to clients and his knowledge of the law by his peers. He...

Attorney Barker has been handling personal injury and wrongful death cases throughout the Tampa Bay area for 34 years. He has handled thousands of cases; many of which resulted in substantial jury verdicts or settlements.

You should put Attorney Barker's vast experience to work for you. He and his dedicated staff will guide you through each step of what can be a complex and intimidating process; all while giving you the personal service and attention you deserve. No case is too small, and no case is too big.

The consultation is free. All you...

As a University of Central Florida (UCF)undergraduate and Stetson University College of Law, Magna Cum Laude, law degree recipient, Lee Jacobson has always been a person who strives for the best. Before becoming the established attorney Lee Jacobson is today, he had many accomplishments during law school and at the beginning of his career, including many internships and dutifully partaking as an associate at several prestigious law firms. Now, Lea Jacobson aims for success as a partner at Hale, Hale & Jacobson in Orlando. He's dedicated towards helping others who have been seriously injured or are fighting insurance companies who...

About Personal Injury Attorney Mark Perenich Academics Bachelors in Public Administration: Loyola University New Orleans Juris Doctorate: Loyola University New Orleans Mark H. Perenich was born in Clearwater, Florida in 1956 and is the son of firm-founder, Guy N. Perenich, Esquire. Mark Perenich graduated from Loyola University New Orleans with a Bachelor of Public Administration in 1981 and a Juris Doctorate in 1984. Following graduation, he joined the firm where he is now a senior partner. Mark received the James Masters Award in 1981 and the American Jurisprudence Award in Wills & Estates and Corporations in 1983. Moot Court Member Taught business and corporate law at St. Petersburg...

Practice Areas: Business Law; Construction Law; Real Estate
Admitted: 2005, Florida and U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida

Law School: Florida State University, J.D.

Member: Hillsborough County Bar Association; The Florida Bar.

Biography: Board of Directors, Tampa Interbay Rotary Club. Florida Supreme Court Certified Circuit Court Mediator. Lifetime Member Veterans of Foreign Wars. AV Preeminent Rated by Martindale-Hubbell. Named “Rising Star” in Business Litigation by Super Lawyers. Consistently named to “Tampa’s Top Rated Lawyers” by Legal Leaders Magazine.

Born: Charlotte, North Carolina, April 1, 1974

MilitaryService: U.S. Navy, 1993-1999

Cases: Scherer v. Villas Del Verde Homeowners Ass'n, Inc., 55 So.3d 602 (Fla....

Andrew Nickolaou is a founding partner at Bernal-Mora & Nickolaou, P.A. He practices exclusively in divorce, marital and family law. Andrew also handles record expungements and sealings.

Andrew and his partner, Ophelia Bernal-Mora Nickolaou, joined forces in March 2016 to form the unique and boutique husband and wife family law team at Bernal-Mora & Nickolaou, P.A. Together, Andrew and Ophelia take a practical and team-based approach to all of their cases and clients to deliver the highest quality experience and representation.

Andrew was born in Chicago, Illinois and relocated to Florida as a teenager where he has lived since. He...

I am a Florida attorney, AV® rated, by Martindale-Hubbell and licensed in both State and Federal courts. For 15 years, I have provided excellent legal representation to individuals in Central Florida. I was born in Calatayud, Spain and speak both English and Spanish.

"An AV Rating shows that a lawyer has reached the height of professional excellence. He or she has usually practiced law for many years, and is recognized for the highest levels of skill and integrity. "
-- Martindale-Hubbell Law Directory

I am proud to have the highest peer-reviewed rating (an AV Rating) from Martindale-Hubbell, the nation’s largest...

Ronnie Bitman continues to demonstrate why he is one of Orlando's most promising young lawyers. Having been named to Florida Trend's 2010 "Up & Comers" and Super Lawyers' "Rising Stars" 2012, Ronnie litigates a range of complex and novel matters. Ronnie is well-versed in complex litigation, including class actions, consumer protection matters, contract and employment disputes, trade secret, unfair and deceptive practices, personal injury, and various other consumer and commercial-related matters. Some of his recent important cases include the settlement of Virgilio v. Ryland Group, Inc. and the prosecution of eight related class action law suits stemming from a homebuilder's...

The Law Office of Gavin M. Ganzkow, PLLC specializes in business and intellectual property legal services for entrepreneurs, business owners and managers. Business legal services include assistance with transactions such as asset purchases and sales, contract review, negotiation and preparation, regulatory compliance and entity governance.

The firm also assists clients with the identification, registration and protection of intellectual property assets such as trademarks, copyrights and trade secrets. This assistance may include techniques for maximizing the value of intellectual property assets and resolving issues relating to confidentiality.

Corporate counsel services are a particular focus of the firm’s practice. Customized plans are...

Originally from Caracas, Venezuela, Attorney Antonio Nieves immigrated to the United States in 2011, becoming fluent in both Spanish and English. He went on to pursue his calling by deciding to get involved in the law field, starting with a bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice from Florida Atlantic University (FAU). He then worked at Kaplan University briefly within the military department where he helped active duty military members and found a passion in helping clients through tough times. He carried on this passion while in law school as he dreamed of helping clients one day with his law degree from...

Hailing from Long Island, New York, attorney Christopher Lassen came over to the beautiful area of South Florida in his childhood. He has since become a true Floridian, completing his undergraduate Bachelor's degree with a Legal Studies major and Business Administration minor from the University of Central Florida.
He completed his law degree in Barry University of Law in Orlando, Florida and went immediately on to obtain experience with various firms in the Orlando and Boca Raton areas, working on cases anywhere from motor vehicle accidents, slip and fall, medical malpractice to general plaintiff’s personal injury legal proceedings.
Having been with...

Dean H. Freeman is the managing partner of Freeman Injury Law and is proud to represent injured clients in the Miami, Plantation, West Palm Beach, and Orlando area. Mr. Freeman's long and successful career in injury law all began when he joined the U.S. Army, learning the skills of a combat medic. He obtained an honorable discharge and pursued his studies in the health sciences.
Attorney Freeman graduated from Florida Atlantic University with a Bachelor's in Health Administration, which helped him in understanding the management of health organizations including several health insurance companies.
He continued on to obtain his Juris Doctor...

Attorney Billy Brown specializes in the areas of commercial, business, corporate, real estate, timeshare, bankruptcy, and elder law. As a previous owner and consultant of businesses such as restaurants, medical offices, and internet companies, Attorney Brown understands the various needs of business entrepreneurs. Through his years of experience, he has witnessed many individuals face financial hardships due to numerous causes. Passionate about helping others, Attorney Brown committed his life to help those in need of legal representation. Prior to employment as a skilled lawyer, Attorney Brown began his pursuit when he attended the University of Central Florida. It...

A Florida native, attorney Dana A. Satchell is a member of the Cohen Law Group in Maitland, Florida. She was born and raised in Miami, Florida, where she attended Perrine Baptist Academy which molded her deeply rooted Christian morals. When she was younger, she actively played tennis at a sports academy.

Dana graduated from Florida International University in May 2015 with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology. From there, she contributed to the wellbeing of her community through her work at the Guardianship Program of Dade-County. In December 2019, Dana graduated Cum Laude – 4th in her graduating class, from Florida...

Jonathan was born in the small town of York, Nebraska. However, his family quickly got tired of the cold and moved to Miami, Florida when he was just 3. He stayed in Miami until he completed high school, where he graduated Valedictorian of his class.

Jonathan went to Florida State University where he graduated Summa Cum Laude in only three and a half years. While at FSU, Jonathan interned at both the University affiliated newspaper as well as their radio station. After working for a few years, Jonathan went back to school getting a Master’s in Political Science from the University...

Marital & Family Law Litigation Attorney with 29 years experience. Ann Marie Gilden was an Assistant State Attorney in Lake County from 1987 to 1990, and in Orange County from 1990 to 1995. She obtained a great amount of trial experience as an Assistant State Attorney doing an extensive number of jury trials. She tried a wide variety of criminal cases, including murder cases. She left the State Attorney’s Office in 1995 and started her own law practice. Initially her areas of practice included Marital & Family Law and Criminal Law. She represented clients in trials including...

Representing clients with compassion and professionalism. We handle cases worldwide for greencards, naturalization, asylum, removal, deportation, family based petitions, fiancé visas, VAWA visas and more. We assist clients with estate planning; estate and trust administration; probate litigation; and guardianship matters in the State of Florida. At the Law Office of Cynthia I. Waisman, P.A. we devote our practice to immigration, estates and guardianship matters. Our firm takes pride in providing quality legal services. We prioritize our clients' needs and best interests. We recognize that our clients need the best possible legal representation, provided with the right amount of comparison, creativity and...

I am originally from Pennsylvania, and moved to the Sunshine State to attend Florida State University. I earned a bachelor's degree in history in 1998, and received my law degree from FSU in 2001. I was certified to practice while I was still in law school, and was admitted to the Florida Bar in 2002. I am also admitted to practice in the United States Federal Court, Middle District of Florida. In 2008, I received the Advocates of Justice Award for pro bono work from Community Legal Services of Mid Florida and the Volusia County Bar Association. After graduation, I served...