Olympia Heights Lawyers

Jason Turchin, Esq. is an Attorney, Author, Media Correspondent, Producer and Entrepreneur who has handled more than 6,500 Personal Injury, Accident, Product Liability, Life Insurance, and Wrongful Death Claims. Jason has appeared throughout the national and international news on various legal topics, including car accidents, wrongful death, product liability, Takata airbag shrapnel claims, exploding pressure cooker claims, life insurance, personal injury and more. Several major media outlets have turned to Jason for legal opinions or stories on his cases, including CBS Evening News, Wall Street Journal, Miami Herald, Bloomberg News, CBS Miami, Orlando Sentinel, Sun Sentinel, Telemundo, The New...

Mr. Margulies is board certified by the Florida Bar as an expert in Admiralty and Maritime Law. To achieve this status, Mr. Margulies had to demonstrate a substantial background in handling maritime cases and maritime law continuing legal education. In addition, Mr. Margulies was rigorously evaluated by the board as to character, ethics, and reputation for professionalism and was required to pass a written examination on all areas of admiralty and maritime law.

I am Chad Van Horn, Esq., a business leader in South Florida and the founding partner attorney at Van Horn Law Group, P.A. My approach to life and work integrates dedicated philanthropy, spirited entrepreneurship, and legal acumen. I utilize my resources and extensive network to assist others, whether through my board leadership at Big Brothers Big Sisters of Broward County, fostering startup ventures that boost the local economy, or practicing bankruptcy law to offer solutions to those facing economic challenges. Volunteering and entrepreneurship are significant aspects of my life, but my role as the founder of Van Horn Law Group, P.A....

Mitchell J. Panter is Board Certified as a Civil Trial Lawyer by the Florida Bar and National Board of Trial Advocacy, primarily practicing in the areas of Personal Injury, Wrongful Death, Product Liability, Sexual Assault, Food Contamination and Premises Liability Cases. Mitchell Panter is also Board Certified by the National Board of Trial Advocacy in Civil Trial Advocacy since 1996. At the age of 31, Mitchell Panter argued the case of American Aerial Lift v. Jose Perez in the Florida Supreme Court addressing the issue of Strict Liability and Product Liability. This precedent setting case involved the award of a...

As a family law attorney, I’m dedicated to making lives better in and out of family court by helping Miami families navigate divorce, custody, and other personal challenges. With decades of experience, my team and I offer a compassionate, personalized approach to ensure you feel supported at every step. As your neighbor, I’m committed to helping you find a brighter future with trusted, skilled advocacy.

Florida Board Certified Admiralty & Maritime Attorney; "AV" Preeminent Rated with Martindale-Hubbell; Member of Multi-Million & Million Dollar Advocates Forum; Super Lawyer Member & Lecturer ... Southeastern Admiralty Law Committee; Member & Lecturer ... Ft. Lauderdale Mariner's Club; Three U.S. Coast Guard Marine Engineering Licenses (Inactive); Sailed seven (7) years aboard Offshore Drilling Platforms; Specialties: Personal Injury, Wrongful Death, Resort-Vacation, Negligent Security, Sexual Assault, Premises Liability, Pool & Hot Tub Entrapment Drowning Claims. Admiralty & Maritime Lawyer licensed in Florida & Massachusetts.

Jason Neufeld is the founder of Elder Needs Law, PLLC, and is proud to represent senior citizens and younger disabled adults in various matters including Medicaid Planning, Estate Planning, Incapacity Planning and Probates throughout Florida. Since 2012, Jason has been honored as a "Super Lawyer" by Super Lawyer's magazine and a "Legal Elite" from Florida Trends magazine. Jason earned his Bachelors of Arts degree from Emory University and obtained his Juris Doctorate and Masters of Business Administration (JD / MBA) degrees from the University of Miami. Jason is on the Board of Directors of the Academy of Florida Elder...

Charles R. Lipcon has represented victims of cruise ship personal injury and cruise line sexual assault and claims for more than 50 years. His firm, Lipcon, Margulies & Winkleman, P.A., has successfully handled more than 3,000 cases and recovered well over $450 million on behalf of their clients. Mr. Lipcon was named "Lawyer of the Year" in Admiralty & Maritime by US News & World Report (Miami) in 2020 and his firm is named to "Best Law Firms" by US News & World Report. Mr. Lipcon and his firm can assist with the following types of accidents and injuries: - Cruise...

Salvatore J. Sicuso, B.C.S. was sworn in to practice law in the State of Florida in 1991. He started as a law clerk in 1990 for an insurance defense firm focusing on work injuries/workers' compensation, representing businesses. He spent the next 16 years in defense learning about injuries, work injuries and employment matters/issues. Then in 2005, he opened his own practice and began focusing on representing the injured, injured at work and those with work disputes/claims against their employer. Salvatore J. Sicuso, P. A. is equipped to handle your injuries, work injuries and employment matters, which is unique. It allows...

Carrie is a skilled attorney, contributing 16+ years of professional experience to the Elder Needs Law team and enabling us to service our Probate clients with complete confidence. Additionally, Carrie brings knowledge and experience in Real Estate law, that will be of tremendous value to probate clients’ liquidation of real property assets requirements. With the addition of Carrie, our firm can provide a broader range of top-level services, care and expertise to our clients and offer a skilled legal resource with the years of experience that enables her to employ the empathy and patience required to assist with families in...

Michael A. Winkleman is one of the nation’s top maritime lawyers. An active trial and appellate attorney, Mr. Winkleman is also a frequent contributing expert on maritime and cruise ship law. He has made more than 100 national television appearances regarding cruise ship law, including The Today Show, Dr. Oz, Good Morning America, 20/20, Inside Edition, OutFront with Erin Burnett, Fox News Channel’s ‘American’s Newsroom,’ ‘Fox & Friends,’ ‘America Live,’ ‘Happening Now,’ ‘Justice with Judge Jeanine’; and ‘Imus in the Morning.’ Mr. Winkleman has received numerous honors and accolades in recognition of his contributions to the field of maritime law

Mr. Millares has been practicing law since 2001. In that time he has established an excellent reputation among his clients, judges and peers as evidenced by the many testimonials and honors that he has received. He has handled thousands of cases and has achieved impressive results for his beloved clients. He feels a genuine calling to be an attorney and to take care of those who need his help, especially those cast away or ignored by society. His clients are his number one priority and he makes sure that he and his staff are always friendly, professional and approachable. Our...

Attorney Jody Strauss has spent her 14-year career in law assisting clients with Probate Administration, Estates and Trusts Litigation, and Trust Administration. As an Associate with Elder Needs Law, Jody enjoys leveraging her experience helping families plan for their future. Jody earned her Bachelors and Masters Degrees in Accounting from the University of Florida and her Juris Doctorate and LL.M. in Taxation from the University of Florida. Jody is also a Certified Public Accountant.

Attorney J.P. Gonzalez-Sirgo is a former insurance claims adjuster and before launching his law practice in 1994 worked for a prominent insurance defense law firm in Miami. Since 1994, he has focused his practice on protecting the rights of victims of medical malpractice, hospital malpractice, personal injury, and wrongful death and fighting for the rights of Florida insurance policyholders, consumers and small businesses. J.P. holds an “AV Preeminent” rating from Martindale-Hubbell, the highest rating available to lawyers. The firm has recovered millions of dollars for claimants and victims of denied or underpaid insurance claims, victims of catastrophic...

Board certified Civil Trial Lawyer who concentrates on negligence, wrongful Death and medical malpractice cases.

Practicing law since 1989 and admitted to practice in Federal Court, the Southern and Middle Districts of Florida.

Holzberg Legal is a Maritime and Personal Injury Law Firm in Miami, Florida. We are uniquely positioned to represent passengers and crewmembers against all major cruise lines as the majority are headquartered in Miami, Florida, including Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines, Celebrity Cruises, Carnival Cruise Line, and Norwegian Cruise Line. Most Cruise Lines require that if you are injured, you must file suit in Federal Court in the Southern District of Florida. For over 30 years, we have been representing passengers and crew injured on cruises, on pleasure boats, yachts, jet skis. we specialize in medical malpractice by ships doctors and...

E.J. Hubbs of Hubbs Law, P.A. is Board Certified in Criminal Trial Law by the Florida State Bar. He specializes in felony as well as misdemeanor criminal defense, including DUI defense and immigration law. As a former Assistant State Attorney and Assistant Public Defender, he is uniquely qualified to defend clients with difficult criminal cases in Miami-Dade County and the surrounding areas of South Florida. Actual trial experience in the courtroom is the most important qualification for any criminal defense lawyer, and E.J. Hubbs has tried over 100 non-jury trials and more than 50 jury trials. He is...

Ken Pugliese is an accomplished attorney who began his journey in personal injury law after completing his undergraduate degree in Public Administration from Barry University. He was admitted into Barry University’s Dwayne O. Andreas School of Law in Orlando, Florida and obtained his Juris Doctorate.

Throughout his studies, Mr. Pugliese clerked for the Seminole County Bar Association where he worked on tenant eviction claims, custody battles, divorce and domestic violence cases. After obtaining his Juris Doctor degree, he gained experience in litigating on behalf of plaintiffs all across the state, as well as practicing with multinational and fortune 1000 corporations.

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I was born and raised in Miami, Florida. Over the years, I saw my father Robert Rubenstein help victims of negligence win compensation for their losses. I have long admired how Rubenstein Law holds defendants accountable, encouraging them to drive more safely or keep their premises hazard-free. In 2008, after graduating Magna Cum Laude from University of Miami School of Law, I was excited to join Rubenstein Law as an attorney fighting for our clients. I am currently the Firm’s Chief Executive Officer. In addition to overseeing firm operations, I supervise and manage department and attorney projects. Before attending law...

Jeff Berman founded the The Berman Law Firm to exclusively represent plaintiffs in personal injury, wrongful death, and civil rights cases. He has successfully handled thousands of personal injury and civil rights cases. Jeff is a zealous advocate for his clients and is devoted to pursuing their rights. Prior to founding The Berman Law Firm, Jeff honed his litigation skills at a leading personal injury defense law firm. Years of experience defending personal injury claims gives his clients an advantage. Jeff knows how injury defense lawyers and insurance adjusters think.

Jeff obtained...

Monica Miguel Cabrera helps divorcing parents remain active and present in their children’s lives.

In July of 2013, Monica launched Monica Miguel Cabrera, P.A. (“MMC”) with the vision of helping folks from all walks of life to reach their most basic goals: to be present for their families, successfully sell and/or purchase their homes, and protect their assets for the future. Since then, Monica has helped countless clients in the following areas of practice:

Divorce
Paternity
Child Custody
Child Support
Relocation
Real Estate Sales and Purchases
Probate

Monica will work individually with each client to determine the client’s long-term goals and ensure that all steps taken are aligned with...

Marisa Portuondo was raised in the Key Biscayne community of South Florida. Prior to attending law school, Ms. Portuondo graduated with a Master of Science degree from Florida International University’s College of Business and worked in the pharmaceutical field managing over $60 Million of pharmaceutical raw material in several worldwide locations. While attending the University of Miami School of Law, Ms. Portuondo completed two internships at the Third District Court of Appeal under Chief Judge Juan Ramirez, Jr. (retired) and a third internship in the Miami-Dade County Public Defender’s Felony Division.

Ms. Portuondo’s work focuses on business/commercial law, real estate matters,...

Ian B. Miller, Esq. is the Founding Attorney of Miller Trial Law. He focuses his results-oriented practice on passionately protecting the rights of injured victims in catastrophic injury and wrongful death cases. Mr. Miller brings more than a decade of experience handling cases involving personal injury, medical malpractice, home health aide negligence, products liability and warnings, automobile negligence, trucking accidents, slip/trip and falls, and commercial litigation.

Mr. Miller prides himself on providing the absolute highest level of legal representation and personalized care for each and every client. Prior to representing catastrophically injured clients, Mr. Miller was a Partner in a prestigious...

Frank Fernandez has been practicing law for over 26 years in the Tampa Bay area and Hillsborough County. In 1992 he received his undergraduate degree from St. Louis University, which he attended under a full academic scholarship. He received his law degree from the Florida State University College of Law in 1995 and became a member of he Florida Bar later that year. Frank has appeared on behalf of his clients at the trial and appellate level in Federal and State courts all throughout Florida. He has dedicated his legal career to specialize in Personal Injury and Criminal Defense. As a personal injury lawyer, Frank...

Jeffrey N. Schatzman is a native of Miami, Florida. He received his undergraduate degree in Political Science from the University of Florida in 1986 and his J.D. degree from the Thomas M. Cooley Law School (Western Michigan University) in 1989.

Mr. Schatzman is a member of The Florida Bar and is admitted to practice in all Florida State Courts as well as the Federal District and Bankruptcy Courts for the Southern and Middle Districts of Florida. Mr. Schatzman concentrates his practice in the areas of Bankruptcy, representing both creditors and debtors; Commercial Collections; Commercial Litigation; and Commercial Transactions.

He has been a...

Attorney Luis A. Mena, Esq. is the leading lawyer at the Miami insurance law firm, Mena Law Firm. He earned his Bachelor’s degree from the University of Miami, and his Juris Doctorate degree from Nova Southeastern University’s Shepard Broad Law Center. Mr. Mena is a member of the Florida State Bar, and is licensed to practice law in State and Federal courts throughout Florida. He has worked in the insurance industry for 15 years and, through his experience, has gained insight into all aspects on insurance claims intake, claims handling, policy drafting, and the claims decision-making process. After witnessing first-hand...

Admitted to the Florida State Bar in 2003, Candise Shanbron has dedicated her entire legal career to handling insurance cases involving property damage and personal injury cases. She began her legal career representing insurance companies, which has provided her with great insight, unique vantage point and advantage in representing policyholders and injured individuals throughout the State of Florida. Today, Candise is the managing partner of Cernitz Law. Cernitz Law takes a collaborative approach to handling cases. All lawyers are involved in all the cases. They are constantly conducting round-table discussions on cases, as the lawyers of...

Michael J. Carmona is a partner at Friedland | Carmona. Mr. Carmona was born and raised in Miami, Florida where he attended Christopher Columbus High School. Mr. Carmona then attended the University of Florida and received a Bachelor of Science in Finance and minors in Entrepreneurship and Communication Studies. While at the University of Florida he was on the Dean’s List for 5 semesters and interned at the prestigious Morgan Stanley financial institution. Mr. Carmona was also a recipient of the Gator Club of Miami Scholarship, Bright Future’s Academic Scholarship and an invited member to the Collegiate Leadership Academy and...

Jarrett DeLuca focuses his practice on complex personal injury, wrongful death, and medical malpractice litigation. He has consistently been recognized by his peers in the area of plaintiff’s personal injury law, has published articles in both state and national legal journals, and has obtained numerous multi-million dollar awards and settlements for his clients. Since 2012, Jarrett has been listed every year by Florida Super Lawyers magazine as a Rising Star in the area of plaintiff’s personal injury litigation – a recognition given to only 2.5% of Florida’s lawyers. He was also named by The National Trial Lawyers: Top 40 under...

Founder of boutique law firm practicing in the areas of commercial litigation, shareholders and partnership disputes, trade secrets, non-competes, temporary restraining orders and injunctions, deceptive practices, real estate disputes, criminal defense, family law (including, divorces, domestic violence injunctions, child support, alimony, and paternity), professional malpractice, international litigation and arbitration, administrative and regulatory proceedings, and appeals.

Counselor to corporate clients and individuals in a wide range of transactional, administrative and regulatory matters, including governmental audits, purchase and sale of businesses, real estate closings, corporate governance, personnel and labor issues, employment matters, international trade and business transactions, statutory and regulatory compliance, contract drafting...

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...

After graduating Cum Laude from the University of Miami School of Law in 1994, Jonathan R. Friedland immediately immersed himself into the legal community of Miami-Dade County. With nearly 25 years of experience as a Miami Personal Injury attorney, Jonathan received an AV rating from Martindale-Hubbell, which is the highest rating an attorney can attain. Jonathan served as President of the Miami-Dade County Trial Lawyers Association and is an Eagle Member of the Florida Academy of Justice. Further, Jonathan is in a niche group of lawyers whom hold prestigious membership in both the American Board of Trial Advocates, an invitation...

James Hannon is a native of Miami, Florida and a founding shareholder of the law firm, Hannon Legal Group. The firm began on Brickell Avenue in the heart of Miami's financial district and relocated to central downtown Dadeland. The Firm specializes in serious personal injury, medical malpractice, wrongful death, negligent security, dialysis errors, pharmacy errors, premises liability, defective products, crime victim's rights, cruise line negligence and insurance claims.

Mr. Hannon holds an AV Preeminent Rating - the highest rating for legal skill and ethics - in the Martindale-Hubbell Legal Directory and has been repeatedly recognized as one of the "Best Lawyers...

Eliot T. Brais is the sole and managing shareholder in his North Attleboro, Massachusetts office. He began his law career in 1988, joining his father, Ronald A. Brais, who had enjoyed a 40 year practice primarily concentrating on estate planning and small business law.

In his father’s footsteps, Eliot T. Brais’ areas of expertise include estate and business planning. Over the years, Eliot’s practice areas expanded to include real estate, real estate development and criminal law having handled in excess of 1,000 criminal cases and 50 trials.

Eliot T. Brais’ representation of clients’ interests goes well beyond the award of monetary sums...

David W. Lipcon has been a practicing litigation attorney in Miami-Dade County since 1993. He obtained his Bachelor of Science degree at the University of Florida in 1989, and, his Law degree at the University of Florida School of Law in 1992. He is admitted to the Florida Bar, the Colorado State Bar, the United States District Court for the Southern District of Florida, and, the Trial Bar of the United States District Court for the Southern District of Florida. He is a member in good standing of the Florida Justice Association (formerly, the Academy of Florida Trial Lawyers), Dade...

Cesar is an International Attorney specialized in business law, litigation, and cross-border investments. He assists start-ups and seasoned investors to structure their business efficiently, reducing risk and setting them up for success. His experience in dispute resolution and litigation allows him to provide comprehensive and top-notch advise zealously protecting the interest of his clients. He holds a J.D. and International Arbitration LL.M. from the University of Miami School of law, an LL.M. for Foreign-Trained Lawyers from Brooklyn Law School, and a Licenciatura en Derecho “Cum Laude” from the Universidad Tecnológica de Honduras. He is admitted to practice law in the states...

I am a Chicago and Miami lawyer practicing family- and employment-based immigration law, and removal and deportation defense and appeals. I also work with criminal and family law issues as they arise in the context of immigration cases.