Sumterville Lawyers

April represents clients from all facets of the construction industry in disputes, including arbitrations, lawsuits, and appeals. She has drafted and negotiated many multi-million dollar construction contracts on behalf of contractors and public owners, including complicated cost-plus contracts for work outside of the United States, as well as contracts for architectural and consulting services and subcontracts. April also provides real-time counseling and representation for issues with ongoing construction projects.

Many people ask me why I wanted to be an Attorney. It is a simple answer - It is what I always wanted to do. Everyone deserves a voice in a matter. That voice should be compassionate and realistic. That voice should explain to you what is going on in plain English. I went back to school later in life. I graduated with Honors, but the most important part of my journey was being a research assistant. Part of my job was to keep the first year students on track to succeed in Law School. I...

Ryan Saboff was born in Orlando, Florida and is a lifelong resident of Central Florida. He attended the Park Maitland School and Trinity Preparatory School. He graduated from Florida State University with a bachelor’s degrees in both finance and real estate. Ryan then worked for five years with Farmer’s Insurance Exchange as a Senior Liability Representative for both standard and non-standard insurance companies resolving complex bodily injury claims. He then graduated from Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University College of Law in Orlando, Florida where he served as a supervising editor of law review. While in law school, Ryan worked in the legal departments...

Linda earned her undergraduate degree in 1988 and her law degree in 1991 at the University of Florida (Go Gators!). Prior to opening her own practice in 1997, Linda worked for three law firms. Linda has successfully defended trial verdicts through appeals, and has changed the law through appellate opinions. With the help of her team, her firm has obtained successful jury verdicts and settlements for men, women, and children who were injured or killed as a result of negligence.

These successful claims include injuries from car crashes, motorcycle and bicycle accidents, dog bites, criminal assaults, nursing home negligence, medical malpractice,...

Bruce has concentrated his entire legal career in the area of construction law and in 1997 he was a founding member of the firm. He routinely provides advice in the areas of contract drafting and negotiations, bidding, project administration and on-site performance, lien and bond issues, labor disputes, insurance matters, and preparation/evaluation of claims. Having worked in the construction industry, Bruce has a strong appreciation for the need to proactively avoid disputes as well as expedite the resolution of claims in order to minimalize business disruptions and legal expenses. His passion for creative and aggressive use of alternative...

Before moving to Orlando last summer, I worked as an assistant county attorney in southwest Florida for 4 years. I was the primary drafter of Lee County’s comprehensive plan, land development code, and administrative codes while representing a number of county departments including planning and zoning, transportation, utilities, natural resources, and parks and recreation. Prior to working for Lee County, I worked at a private law firm practicing Real Estate, Local Government, Environmental Law, Land Use, HOA Law, and Condominium Law for nearly 10 years.

Carole Bess has been practicing law in Brevard County, Florida, in the area of Bankruptcy since 1990. She is the founding member of Bess & Freyberg, P.A. While Carole practiced in many areas of law until 1999, and appeared many times in the Fifth District Court of Appeals, she has concentrated her practice in Consumer Bankruptcy for the last thirteen years, and has been a Consumer Bankruptcy Attorney for twenty-two years. Carole was interviewed by Scott Pelley of 60 Minutes, in January 2012, and was featured in an episode of 60 Minutes,...

Kim De Arcangelis (formerly Kim Woods) was born in Washington, D.C., raised in Orlando, Florida and then later resided in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida for a number of years. Ms. De Arcangelis practices in the labor and employment litigation division of the Orlando, Florida office of Morgan & Morgan. She has both bench trial and Federal jury trial experience. She represents numerous employees with matters including wage and hour disputes and ranging from single plaintiff actions to class/collective actions. Ms. De Arcangelis attended Nova Southeastern University for both her undergraduate degree and law degree.

Former Prosecutor and Dedicated Defense Lawyer

Paul Byron graduated from the University of Michigan with honors in 1983 and from the Louisiana State University Law Center in 1986. Mr. Byron served in the U.S. Army Judge Advocate General’s Corps from 1986 to 1990 as a prosecutor. He then returned to Central Florida and served as an Assistant U.S. Attorney in the Middle District of Florida for 10 years where he prosecuted complex white-collar crime, including international money laundering. Mr. Byron also practiced in the civil division of the U.S. Attorney’s Office, concentrating on medical malpractice defense and affirmative civil litigation. In 2001, Mr. Byron was selected to...

Darren Findling is the President and Founder of The Probate Pro. The Probate Pro is the leading probate and trust law firm in Michigan, Ohio Florida, and Illinois. As the President of The Probate Pro, PLC, I take great pride in being the leading probate and trust law firm providing administration, litigation, and planning services. Most of my day-to-day operations are dedicated to representing individuals in contested probate and trust matters, Will contests, the embezzlement by fiduciaries, exploitation of the elderly, and disputes in probate and trust files. When I am not working on my own cases, I try to...

Edward W. Wimp was born and raised in Chicago, Illinois. He attended Monmouth College in Monmouth, Illinois, where he earned a B.A. in Business administration with a minor in Political Science. While at Monmouth College, Ed pitched for the baseball team as well as played guitar in the jazz band. He then proceeded to attend Full Sail University in Orlando, Florida, where he earned an M.S. in Entertainment Business, before attending Florida A&M College of Law where he earned a Juris Doctor. During law school, Ed participated in the Entertainment and Sports Law Society, and served as an ambassador for...

Orlando, Florida, and Winter Haven, Florida, attorney Michael J. LaPorte is Partner at Bloodworth Law, PLLC. Michael handles Personal Injury Protection litigation for the firm.

Michael, an Orlando native, has practiced Florida law since 1997. Michael graduated from The University of Florida Fredric G. Levin College of Law. He studied political science and graduated with a B.A. from The University of Central Florida in 1994.

After more than two decades of litigating insurance cases, Michael understands that businesses and individuals want insurance companies to pay up. Now.

“I represent medical providers and policyholders in lawsuits against insurance companies for the recovery of first-party...

Caryn Green has limited her practice exclusively to Marital and Family Law since her admission to the Florida Bar in 1996. Caryn promotes problem solving by utilizing appropriate dispute resolution methods designed to avoid expensive litigation, whenever possible. This problem solving approach preserves relationships and minimizes costs and fees. However, when necessary she is an aggressive, dynamic and effective trial lawyer. Caryn, a partner in West, Green & Associates, P.L., brings over 19 years of Family Law experience to the firm and is board certified by the Florida Bar, and a Fellow of the American Academy of Matrimonial...

Attorney Jeff Ippoliti graduated Magna Cum Laude from Barry University School of Law as the class salutatorian. During law school, Jeff also served as the senior editor of the Barry Law Review. He is experienced as an entrepreneur, business executive, and philanthropist. Jeff has lived in Celebration since 2003, and focuses his practice on the areas of business law, real estate, personal injury, and insurance litigation. To learn more about retaining the representation of an attorney from Celebration Law, PA, contact the Florida firm today!

EDUCATION:

University of Florida, College of Law

PROFESSIONAL:
Past-President, Seminole County Bar Association
Past-President, Florida Council of Bar Association Presidents
Past-President, Seminole County Legal Aid Society
Past President, Volie A. Williams, Inn of Court
Board of Directors, Seminole County Bar Association
Board of Directors, Seminole County Inn of Court

For over 20 years, I have devoted my law practice solely to mediation. In 2017 I joined Orlando Legal to establish the Orlando Mediation division. Previously, I was a member of the Fraxedas Mediation Firm and Upchurch, Watson, White and Max.

About 1/2 of my practice is devoted to working with families in divorce, custody and paternity cases.

I've also worked with the U.S. Postal Service REDRESS program and as a panel mediator for EEOC.

As a graduate of the Key Bridge Foundation's Mediation Training Program (sponsored by the U.S. Department of Justice) I mediate issues involving the Americans...

A full-time member of Michael T. Gibson, PA, Mr. Perez concentrates in the areas of personal injury involving automobile accidents, insurance litigation, and consumer bankruptcy. Mr. Perez always recognizes the significance of these cases on his clients' everyday lives, and handles each matter with dedication and care.

For over a decade, Richard Oliver Hale has helped defend the rights of men, women, and children in Orlando and throughout Florida. His experience in the legal field allows him to confidently represent his clients, whatever their needs may be. After graduating from Stetson University College of Law, Richard Hale went on to work with a prominent law firm in St. Petersburg. While here, Richard focused on personal injury cases in a variety of areas, including auto accidents and premises liability situations. Richard joined his wife's practice in Orlando, Florida, where he now focuses on personal injury and criminal defense cases....

I am a family law and bankruptcy attorney. Before being licensed to practice law in Florida, I was in the legal industry for nearly twenty years. I bring experience, knowledge, and determination to my practice. I fight for my clients and ensure they understand the entire process from start to finish. I am committed to having an open line of communication with my clients. I understand the legal system can be complex and frustrating and that is why I am devoted to helping my clients navigate through the system.

The McKeever Law Firm focuses on four main areas of practice, Auto Accidents, Medical Malpractice, Wrongful Death, and Worker's Compensation. Personal Injury Lawyers "PROTECTING THE INJURED AGAINST THE POWERFUL FOR OVER 28 YEARS" throughout Central Florida, Orlando, Winter Park and surrounding areas.

Donald Lykkebak has always committed his practice to criminal law. Having worked both as a prosecutor and defense attorney, he knows the Florida system, from county courts to state and federal jurisdictions. He has handled nearly every possible type of crime, from minor marijuana offenses to murder. These have included several highly publicized trials. Over the years, Don Lykkebak has handled a high volume of drug cases. These range from personal possession to trafficking charges. He is experienced at recognizing complicated search and seizure issues when present in any case. Mr. Lykkebak also represents clients charged with any crime...

Dr. Larry Pino is a commercial litigation attorney specializing in business and investment law. He currently practices law as a Co-Founder of Pino Nicholson Law PLLC. Larry graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree from the University of Notre Dame, a Juris Doctor degree from the New York University School of Law, and a Doctorate in Business Administration from the University of Florida. In addition, he received Certificates of Completion from the Universidad de Madrid in Madrid, Spain, L’Alliance Francaise in Paris, France, and the Centro Linguistico Italiance dante Alighieri in Rome, Italy. Subsequently, he was admitted to practice law and is in...

Christene represents clients in a multitude of construction disputes, ranging from small homeowner claims to multi-party defect matters. She regularly advises clients on lien and bond issues, contract and payment disputes.

Carrie L. Rentz is a seasoned criminal defense attorney based in Orlando, Florida, whose career spans two decades of dedicated service and courtroom success. After earning her law degree, Carrie began her legal journey in 2004 as an Assistant State Attorney for the 18th Judicial Circuit, where she prosecuted both misdemeanor and felony cases. It was during this time that she discovered her true passion: defending individuals accused of crimes and safeguarding their rights under the law. Following several years of part‑time work with the Office of Criminal Conflict and Civil Regional Counsel—while simultaneously building her own private practice—Carrie took the...

Alessandro Giordano is an experienced immigration attorney and a member of the Florida and New York State bars. A native of Italy, Mr. Giordano has first-hand experience with the challenges of the U.S. immigration system. As such, he takes great pride in helping his clients achieve their American Dream and in changing their lives for the better.

Mr. Giordano handles all types of immigration cases, providing representation to businesses and individuals in removal defense, family-based, and business and employment based matters. As for family-based cases, Mr. Giordano assists foreign nationals as well as U.S. Citizens and Permanent Residents in reuniting...