Grant Lawyers

Board Certified Specialist in Marital and Family Law Michael J. Vaghaiwalla, who grew up in Central Florida, is a distinguished family law attorney with a deep commitment to serving his community. His journey into law was inspired by a passion for justice and a desire to make a tangible difference in people’s lives. This dedication led him to pursue a B.A. in Political Science with a minor in Legal Studies from the University of Central Florida, where he graduated with honors. He then earned his Juris Doctor from Florida State University College of Law, where he excelled academically and practically, contributing...

Zahra S. Umansky is an Orlando Criminal Defense Lawyer and Managing Partner of The Umansky Law Firm, along with her husband William Umansky. She has over 20 years of experience handling all types of criminal cases, including assault, DUI, domestic violence, theft & burglary, sexual assault, probation violations and more. Prior to The Umansky Law Firm, Zahra was an Assistant Public Defender in the 18th judicial circuit in Brevard and Seminole Counties. As a former Public Defender, Zahra handled over 100 felony and misdemeanor trials. She was able to secure a countless number of acquittals, protecting her...

I have 5 years of insurance defense experience working at one of the largest insurance defense firms in the state of Florida, where I represented and defended insurance companies in personal injury matters. Deposing plaintiffs, preparing, filing, and arguing summary judgment motions as well as other motion pleading. In 2006, I began working for a small Plaintiff firm representing providers and individuals in a variety of matters, including personal injury protection, bodily injury matters, landlord/tenants, and collection issues. I now have my general practice firm that provides legal solutions for personal injury, car accidents, motorcycle accidents, bicycle accidents, and truck accidents.

Attorney L. Reed Bloodworth, Founder and CEO of Bloodworth Law, PLLC, is a Florida U.S. News & World Report Best Lawyer® in Commercial Litigation Award 2019-22; in Trusts & Estates Litigation 2022; and in Real Estate Litigation 2022. Bloodworth Law is a U.S. News & World Report "Best Law Firm" 2020-22 and has established itself with an office in Orlando and one in Winter Haven. Reed, a 2019-22 Super Lawyer, was named a Florida Trend’s Magazine Florida Legal Elite™ in Civil, Commercial Litigation 2017-19, 2021, a group of less than 1.3% of Florida's attorneys. Reed has been an attorney since 2004...

Robert Sirianni, Jr. is Managing Partner at Brownstone Law Firm, focusing on Federal appeals nationwide. The attorneys at Brownstone provide aggressive strategies in your industry or business, and exceptional resources and representation to best serve your needs. https://www.brownstonelaw.com

For almost a quarter-century, I have largely dedicated my professional life in service to such victims and, over time, have learned the real value of the hospitality service education and training I received. While providing a high-quality hospitality service experience to someone during their restaurant visit or hotel stay was professionally rewarding to me, I have found no greater professional fulfillment than providing high-quality legal service and achieving corrective results for individuals who have suffered unlawful treatment at the hands of their employers. I have counseled thousands of individuals. I have achieved multiple million-dollar recoveries for my clients. And, while...

For over 25 years, Attorney Catherine Henin-Clark has been providing immigration services both in the U.S. and around the world. As a board certified attorney in immigration and nationality law, she has unique qualifications that allow her to better assist clients in a wide variety of topics. Her legal excellence has been recognized by Martindale-Hubbell® with their AV® Rating, and the Orlando Home & Leisure magazine, who named her one of the Top Women Lawyers. Attorney Henin-Clark is a proud advocate of immigration rights, and shows her support through membership in the American Immigration Lawyers Association. Contact her office or...

I graduated from Fordham University School of Law in New York City in 1996 at the start of the internet/technology revolution. While my plan to seek justice and fairness in the courtroom was very strong, the call of a technology revolution was more than I could resist. Shortly after passing the New York Bar I went to work for a small technology start up and spent the next several years of my life advancing the use of technology throughout the United States Court System. I also worked with US Attorneys’ offices, state courts and district attorneys’ offices throughout the country...

Attorney Lauren Roderick Brusca is the founder of Brusca Law, a firm located in Orlando, and handles a variety of Family Law and Consumer Law cases with an emphasis on creative problem solving and preventative legal strategies. In pursuing her passion to help others, Ms. Brusca understands the struggles of families and consumers and takes pride in working diligently to obtain the best results.

Ms. Brusca is a native Floridian and is a long standing resident of Orlando. After attending the University of Central Florida and earning her bachelor’s degree, she obtained a Master’s Degree in Conflict Resolution and...

H. Manuel Hernández has been an attorney for more than 40 years. He is dual Board Certified by the Florida Bar in Criminal Trial Law and Criminal Appellate Law, and is also Board Certified by the National Board of Trial Advocacy as a Criminal Trial Advocate. AV rated by the Martindale-Hubbell Legal Directory, the highest rating bestowed on attorneys by this venerable and renowned legal bibliographer. Former Assistant U.S. Attorney for the Districts of Colorado, Puerto Rico and Middle District of Florida. H. Manuel Hernández is a solo practitioner and will defend you personally. Experience counts.

Danielle N. Barbato is an accomplished trial attorney who has handled over 100 jury trials. She was Board Certified in Criminal Trial Law in 2016. She practices criminal & traffic defense and Family Law as an Of Counsel attorney with the full-service law firm of Bogin, Munns & Munns. She received her JD from Barry University - Dwayne O. Andreas School of Law in 2010 and her BA in Criminology from the University of Florida in 2007.

Dennis Hernandez, Esq. is a fifth-generation native of Tampa, Florida, who started practicing law at 23 years old. Dennis graduated from Duke University at 20 with a bachelor’s in economics. He then graduated eighth in a class of 260 from Florida State College of Law and obtained his Master of Law from Harvard Law School at 24. Additionally, Dennis graduated from the prestigious Trial Lawyers College and is one of only 1,378 attorneys who claim this distinction. In 1996, he started the Florida personal injury firm Dennis Hernandez & Associates, P.A. he has grown to serve accident victims across the state...

Board certified in civil trial law by the National Board of Trial Advocacy and the Florida Bar. Less than 1% of Florida lawyers are board certified in civil trial law. Practicing with an emphasis in wrongful death, personal injury, and insurance disputes since 1985 in Florida and Georgia. Fellow of International Society of Barristers, Life Fellow of American Board of Trial Advocates, Member - Super Lawyer, Member - Best Lawyers In America, and AV Rated Preeminent by Martindale Hubbell Law Directory.

I will not let you down. I am a highly experienced criminal defense attorney who has led - and won - cases involving violent crimes, property crimes, weapons violations, major drug offenses, and sex crimes. I pride myself on my work ethic, my skill in the courtroom, and my accessibility to my clients. Call, text, or email today for a free consultation. Credit cards accepted and payment plans available.

Andrew Moses attended the University of Florida as both an undergraduate and law school graduate student. As a law student he began practicing criminal law. He devoted much of his final semester of law school as an intern with the State Attorney's Office in Alachua County. Andrew has been practicing criminal law his entire career. After graduating from law school he began working as an Assistant State Attorney prosecuting cases in Orange County. During his time as an Assistant State Attorney, Andrew handled all types of cases ranging from misdemeanors to such serious felonies as drug trafficking and armed robbery. His...

Everett L. McKeown is an Of Counsel attorney for the Central Florida law firm Bogin, Munns & Munns, P.A. and Managing Partner of Veterans Legal Advocates, P.A. Mr. McKeown specializes in Veterans Benefits (including VA Disability Claims Appeals and VA Debt Overpayment Issues) and Military Law (including Discharge Upgrades and Military Record Corrections). Mr. McKeown holds four degrees, the most recent being his MBA from the University of Orlando (1999) and his J.D. from Barry University (2006). He is currently in the United States Army Reserves serving in the JAG Corps as a Command Judge Advocate. ...

Lisa M. Super is a real estate attorney with the Central Florida full service law firm of Bogin, Munns & Munns. Ms. Super has worked for title companies and legal practices since 2014, starting in Naples and then relocating to Orlando. Her practice areas include Residential Real Estate, Commercial Real Estate, Contract Law, Civil Litigation, Business Law, and Probate. She received her J.D. from the Ave Maria School of Law and her B.A. from Eastern Michigan University. She spent time as a student in Germany and is fluent in both English and German.

I am Kay-Ann Waite, and I provide zealous and aggressive representation exclusively in Marital & Family Law throughout Central Florida. Whether you are dealing with the complexities of a contested divorce or seeking guidance in a paternity, custody, or any other family law matter, I can help. I am committed to being your champion of hope during these challenging times. Throughout my legal career, I have dedicated myself to fighting for my clients. I measure my level of success by the victories I achieve for my clients, having successfully represented many in all phases of litigation, including family law mediation, evidentiary...

Orlando Family Law Attorney David Roberts handles a variety of Family Law cases. By restricting his practice solely to this dynamic area of law, he has developed a level of expertise that is conducive to achieving results. After graduating with honors from the University of Florida in May of 1992 with a degree in Finance (4.0 GPA), Mr. Roberts attended law school at the University of Florida’s College of Law. An avid student of business even before starting his own firm, Mr. Roberts utilizes his understanding of this area in complex divorce litigation. A long time resident of Florida...

Christopher Parker-Cyrus is an attorney handling cases throughout state of Florida. Christopher Parker-Cyrus, Managing Partner of the law firm PARKERCYRUSLAW.COM, received his law degree from the University of North Carolina in Chapel Hill in 1993, after attending the University of Miami as a visiting student. He has been a member of the Florida Bar since 1993. Since that time, he has handled several thousand cases in court proceedings, including well over 100 trials and many more hearings, motions, and various other proceedings. His vast experience as a trial lawyer includes many cases in which clients...

Immigration Attorney Nayef A. Mubarak is a lifelong resident of central Florida. As an associate at NeJame Law, he devotes his entire practice to helping clients with various immigration needs, including, among other matters, family reunification, deportation, asylum, and naturalization cases. Mr. Mubarak worked at NeJame Law as a legal intern while he was in law school. After being admitted to practice in Florida, he went to work with another Orlando law firm, and finally returned to NeJame Law as an associate in the growing Immigration Division in 2011. In 2016 he created his own law firm, Mubarak Law. ...

Helbert Lopez believes that helping to solve legal problems doesn’t just mean looking for solutions. It’s also about finding opportunities for clients to move ahead confidently with their lives following a divorce, an immigration matter, an auto accident, or a personal bankruptcy. In his role as CEO of Florida Law Advisers, P.A., Helbert uses his broad range of legal savvy and business wisdom to give Tampa, Orlando, and Central Florida citizens the guidance they need. “My diverse work experience and education provide a solid foundation to solve any issues faced by my clients,” Helbert proudly proclaims. “In these capacities, I have gathered...

Mark NeJame received both his Bachelor's Degree and his Juris Doctorate from the University of Florida. He graduated from UF’s, College of Law, in 1980. He is based primarily in Central Florida with his main office in Orlando. His firm has other satellite offices in Central Florida. He has routinely handled both state and federal cases and clients throughout Florida, having practiced in numerous counties throughout the state as well as in all of Florida’s federal district courts; the Middle, Northern and Southern U.S. Districts. In addition to Florida, he has represented clients and handled cases in numerous other states...

Mr. Symphorien-Saavedra’s practice is limited to high stakes immigration and nationality law matters. A Board Certified Expert in Immigration and Nationality Law, Mr. Symphorien-Saavedra is AV rated “Preeminent” by Martindale-Hubbell and a Rising Star by Super Lawyers magazine. As the Florida Bar’s website explains, less than 8% of all lawyers in Florida have earned Board Certification. Mr. Symphorien-Saavedra has also been a member of the National Advocates Top 100 and Top 40 Under 40. He presently serves on the Florida Bar Immigration & Nationality Law Certification Committee. He further served on the Executive Committee for the National Advocates Top 40...

Jason is a bankruptcy attorney that concentrates his practice on Chapter 11 bankruptcy cases and complex bankruptcy litigation. While in law school and for a time after graduation Jason practiced in the creditor’s rights area for many of the large financial institutions. Later Jason decided to use his knowledge of the creditor’s side for the Debtor’s advantage and switched sides. Now he concentrates his practice on helping businesses and individuals reorganize. Jason is often called upon as a Chapter 11 consultant when other debtor or creditor attorneys run into Chapter 11 bankruptcy cases.

John W. Zielinski attended the University of Illinois, earning his bachelor's degree in 1983 and his Juris doctorate in 1986. Mr. Zielinski has more than 25 years of civil litigation experience, practicing in several jurisdictions, including Florida (2001) and Illinois (1986). He litigates disputes in both state and federal courts, including the United States District Courts for the Northern District of Illinois and the United States District Courts for the Middle District of Florida. He routinely and successfully litigates civil disputes, including commercial contract disputes, real estate contracts, commercial and residential landlord/tenant disagreements, mortgage foreclosure cases, and contested wills. In...

My promise to you is simple: I will provide you with the best, honest, efficient, and personal legal services you can ask for. I will keep you informed about your options and phases of your case, will fiercely protect your rights, make sure that no one takes advantage of you or your situation, and advocate for you until justice prevails.

I was born and raised in the lovely island of Puerto Rico. However, I have been a long time resident of the Central Florida area for many years now. Although the practice of law is my job, I am fortunate...

Suzanne Meehle has been at the forefront of business in Florida for nearly two decades. Her practical experience representing companies has propelled her to the forefront of business, technology, entertainment, and intellectual property law. Meehle Law supports clients requiring general and specialized business legal services across a wide range of industries, earning yearly recognition as one of Florida’s Super Lawyers. Suzanne spent 12 years in the software industry as a database and systems engineer before attending law school. She holds a special affinity for helping technology clients, including AR/VR, AI, software developers, engineering firms, biometrics companies, and IT service providers. Suzanne...

With over 35 years of experience, Matthew Lane handles complex cases involving child custody, division of assets, alimony, high asset/high net- worth divorces, relocations, and modifications to parenting plans (custody and visitation). Matthew Lane is a Phi Beta Kappa graduate of Emory University and a graduate of Northwestern University School of Law. Subsequent to law school, Mr. Lane served as a law clerk to the Chief Judge of the United States District Court for the Southern District of Ohio. Mr. Lane has been Chair of the Palm Beach County Bar Association Marital and Family Law Committee for four terms. He is...

Todd Parrish was admitted to Florida Bar in 2007. His practice has been devoted to the representation of individuals who have suffered injuries through the negligence of others or while on the job.

Thomas C. Saunders is one of only a small handful of lawyers in Polk County, Florida that hold themselves out as double Board Certified. Tom is certified by the Florida Bar as a specialist in both Civil Trial and Business Litigation.

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...

C. Murphy Cray, Esq. is an estate planning attorney with Doane & Doane, P.A., located in North Palm Beach, FL. Mr. Cray previously practiced in several boutique estate planning firms in Palm Beach and Martin County. He is experienced in estate planning, trust and estate administration, guardianship, tax planning, business succession planning, probate litigation, and civil litigation. He is admitted to practice in the United States Tax Court and has represented clients with unique estate and gift tax issues before the Internal Revenue Service. Mr. Cray is an active member of the Palm Beach County Bar Association, where he serves...

As the founder of Shaw Law, Cyrus Shaw believes there is only one thing that the firm should be focused on – getting the best possible results for clients. This starts from the initial client interview, where a rapport and trust needs to be established. It is common for new client intake to be limited to one a day, so as much time as needed can be spent with the new client. Each client is a person, not a file. Each client has their own story. A law firm where clients become like family is what he strives for. This...

My goal is to bring peace and stability to the family. I care about my client's welfare and peace of mind. I manage bankruptcy proceedings and debt relief for individuals and businesses. Deal with tax issues and resolution. Handle probate proceedings. Conduct family law proceedings. Provide advice on estate planning matters, wills and trusts. Also engage in foreclosure defense and civil litigation.

Attorney Larry Avallone is a Florida Bar Board Certified Criminal Trial Expert, a former Deputy Sheriff and a former State Prosecutor.

When you retain Larry Avallone to help you with your legal issue, you will have a Florida Bar Board Certified Criminal Trial Expert on your side. Additionally, he knows what the law enforcement officers and prosecutors are thinking from first-hand experience. Call today for a free consultation.

Harlan Paul was born April 1, 1955 in Jacksonville, Florida and began the practice of law in DeLand, Florida in 1979. He practiced as a partner with the law firm of James, Zimmerman & Paul, LLP until founding the firm of Paul, Elkind & Branz, P.A. in 2003. His practice focuses on personal injury and commercial litigation matters. Mr. Paul is AV-Rated by the Martindale-Hubbell Law Directory, the highest rating available for legal ability and ethical standards. He has also been recognized for his legal abilities by being named to the Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers. His trial...

LAWRENCE O. HELD is an associate attorney with Kitroser & Associates. Mr. Held is a 2017 graduate from the University of Florida Fredric G. Levin College of Law. Prior to law school, he attended Florida International University where he obtained a Bachelors in History and a Masters in Latin American and Caribbean Studies.

Born and raised in Miami-Dade County, Mr. Held is a Cuban-American South Florida native. He has both complex litigation and transactional experience. He has previously interned with the Securities and Exchange Commission, with both the Enforcement Division and the Office of Compliance, Inspections, and Examinations, where he worked...