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I am an Information Technology and Privacy lawyer and serve as outside General Counsel to companies of all sizes, from start-ups to large, established businesses, working with each client on their unique business and legal needs. A Pennsylvania native, I earned my Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Pittsburgh. In 2001, much of my family relocated to South Florida where I attended law school at Nova Southeastern University.. Prior to joining Lightfeather Law, I spent the majority of my career in private practice and five years in house at one of the largest private corporations in the United States. Additionally, I spent almost a decade teaching at Nova Southeastern University Shepard Broad School of Law teaching litigation practice, negotiation workshop, and developing and teaching the Law School's pro bono Bankruptcy Law Clinic.. I am certified by the International Association of Privacy Professionals as a Certified Information Privacy Professional for the US (CIPP/US) and as a Certified Information Privacy Manager (CIPM). I am an active member in my community, the mother to four children, and I have been happily married for almost twenty years.

I am an attorney practicing in South Florida and based out of Fort Lauderdale. I practice primarily Real Estate Law as well as perform title and closing services throughout the state of Florida.

I am a trial lawyer, with roughly over thirteen years experience in the courtroom. I know that if you are looking for a criminal defense lawyer for yourself or a loved one, you are seeking results. Furthermore, if you do not have confidence in your lawyer, you will never have confidence in the results he obtains for you. I have numerous positive outcomes at trial, and I have negotiated hundreds of plea agreements, many of which have been remarkable in their own right. I also have a notable record of dismissals, as a result of search or confession challenges under the Fourth and Fifth Amendments. Most importantly I can be reached 24/7 – I believe that if you spend your money on an attorney you should have access to him at all hours of the day. Therefore, I give all my clients my cell phone number so I can be reached any day at any time. Since 2001, I have devoted my law practice to defending people against criminal charges in Federal and State Court of Florida, concentrating on Broward, Palm Beach and Dade County

I am a sole practitioner focused on Trademark Law.  I represent small and medium companies and individuals with trademark availability searches, registration applications and enforecement issues.. I am licensed by the Florida Bar - but am available to assist clients nationwide, as the trademark filings and enforcement are handled at the federal, or national, level.

I am a shareholder with Berman, Kean & Riguera, P.A.  I earned my J.D. at the University Of Miami School Of Law (JD, Magna Cum Laude, 1990), where I was a member of the University of Miami Law Review.  I was admitted to the Florida Bar in 1990 and have been practicing continuously in South Florida ever since.  I am also a Florida Supreme Court Certified Circuit Civil Mediator.    I am rated “AV” by the Martindale-Hubbell Law Directory, the highest rating awarded by that organization.  In addition, I have been selected numerous times for inclusion in Florida Trend Legal Elite magazine, Super Lawyers (Top Attorneys in Florida), and the South Florida Legal Guide - Top Lawyers.. In my 20+ year career, I have successfully handled a wide variety of complex commercial and civil litigation matters for both corporate and individual clients before state and federal courts, as well as arbitration panels.  I have also handled numerous appeals at both the state and federal court level.  I particularly concentrate my practice on litigation matters involving contract disputes, business torts, creditors’ rights, real estate litigation, partner and shareholder disputes, employment litigation defense, commercial landlord/tenant disputes and condominium association litigation.. Other interests: golf, astronomy, history

I am a Shareholder in Stearns Weaver Miller's Labor & Employment Department. I have litigated and tried a wide variety of employment law claims arising under various aspects of Title VII, the Family and Medical Leave Act, the Fair Labor Standards Act, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act and the Florida Civil Rights Act. I have also litigated and tried cases alleging discrimination in public accommodations and counseled clients regarding workplace safety matters arising under the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA). I have handled numerous matters for management clients seeking to enforce covenants not to compete and regularly advise clients regarding compliance issues with respect to all of the state and federal laws mentioned above.

I am a proud Latin American who was born and raised in Miami, Florida. I am of Cuban heritage on one side of my family and Venezuelan and Italian on the other side.  I am a huge Miami sports fan. Go Fins! Go Heat!. I attended the University of South Florida and graduated Summa Cum Laude with a Bachelor's Degree in Criminology and a minor in History. I then attended Florida International University College of Law where I graduated Cum Laude with a Juris Doctor degree. While at FIU Law, I joined the Trial Team. As a student advocate, I won a State mock trial championship. Since graduating, I have coached the FIU Law Trial Team for at least one competition every year, resulting in multiple State and Regional championships.. Immediately after passing the Bar exam, I started as an Assistant Public Defender with the Miami Dade Public Defender's Office. I worked thousands of criminal cases, ranging from DUIs to violent crimes to sexual crimes. After 3 years as an Assistant Public Defender, I worked 2 years as an Associate at a large Florida criminal defense firm, where I continued to work very serious cases, including alleged Murders and DUI Manslaughters.. I now run my own practice, Duran Defense LLC. I am 11-3 in trial. Most attorneys will not admit to you how many trials they have lost because they are afraid. I am not afraid. As Wayne Gretzky famously and wisely said, "You miss 100% of the shots you don't take."  I have won 78.5% of my trials, many of which seemed like lost causes to my clients when they first retained me. And that number does not account for the dozens of cases I have had dismissed right before trial because the prosecutor or opposing counsel knew of my reputation.

I am a New Jersey native, Massachusetts undergrad, and Nova Law School graduate.. Although many attorneys might primarily use this space to boast of all their successes, of which we are proud to have at Pelosi Injury Law, I would ask that you please take a look at client reviews and attorney endorsements as they speak louder than what I state about myself. Without doubt you will see how dedicated I am to representing injured men, women and children throughout Florida whether they were the victim of a car accident, slip/trip and fall, dog bite, or civil assault and battery.. While attorneys are very limited in what they can promise, what I absolutely guarantee is you the client will be treated with respect, your phone calls/Emails and questions will always be promptly answered the same day, and you will have an attorney that actually cares about you and your pain and suffering instead of looking at you as a case file or a number. I will never rest on the successes of past cases; I will continue to prove myself with each and every case and should you contact me, I will do the same for you, guaranteed.

I am a native Floridian, and   have  spent the last 30 years building relationships with prosecutors, judges, law enforcement officers and court   started my  criminal defense career at the Dade County State Attorney’s office and  later, the Broward County Public Defender’s office in the late 1980’s.  Then  I opened my criminal defense law  office in downtown  Fort Lauderdale at 320 SE 9th St, Fort Lauderdale and have been there ever since. Let me stand between you and your troubles and show you a way out.

I am a multi-disciplinary business law practitioner focusing on private M&A and securities transactions, with client representative experience ranging from startups to Fortune 100 companies.  I pride my services on quality and personal attention, and I utilize technology heavily to achieve efficiency.

I am a member-at-large of the Executive Council of the Real Property, Probate and Trust Law Section of The Florida Bar, which is the governing body of the section.. From 2011 through 2015 I was Treasurer, and during 2016, I was Chief Financial Officer, of the Underwater Bar Association Inc. ("DiveBar"), which is a bar association composed of legal professionals that promotes education and awareness about coral reefs and marine environment through scuba diving, philanthropic activities, and learning experiences.. I am Law Officer of the Fort Lauderdale Power Squadron, a unit of the United States Power Squadrons, an international Sec. 503(c)(iii) organization that promotes boating education and satefy.. Formerly I served as Commodore, Vice Commodrre, and Fleet Captain of the Southeast Florida Yacht Club, formerly known as the Eastern Stores Aventura Yacht Club.. My avocational interests include boating, SCUBA diviing and underwater photography, travel photography, and personal computers.

I am a Bar Board* Certified Civil Trial Lawyer with a Martindale-Hubbell AV rating, the highest ranking for legal ability and professional ethics. Since 2014 my rating has increased, to Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent.I have been in practice as a Personal Injury Lawyer for over 30 years. On June 21, 2012, at the Florida Bar Board annual convention, I was recognized as having been a Florida Bar Board Certified Civil Trial Lawyer for 25 years. I have been a member of the Florida Bar Board since 1987.I am licensed to practice in several American States**, and I handle cases throughout the USA. I have extensive trial to verdict experience, with offices located in Oregon and Florida. My staff is bilingual, enabling me to handle Spanish speaking clientele. The majority of my cases are referred by other personal injury lawyers. Practice Areas: Personal Injury; Slip and Fall; Automobile Accidents; Dog Bites; Cruise Accidents; Bicycle Accidents; Motorcycle Accidents; Truck Accidents; Brain Injuries; Spine Injuries; Airplane Accidents; Wrongful Death and Traumatic Injuries.When you need a Florida personal injury lawyer, think of me, Mark Leeds.Admitted: Oregon, Florida, New York, Tennessee, WashingtonLaw School: University of Miami, J.D., 1980College: Franklin & Marshall College, B.A., 1977Member: The Florida Bar; New York State Bar Association; The Association of Trial Lawyers of America.*Florida Bar Board** Florida, Oregon, New York, Tennessee, Washington

Hussein Sony El Rashidy is a Board Certified Trial Lawyer with vast jury trial experience. He is a founding and Managing Partner at The EH Law Firm L.L.P. Hussein’s areas of expertise vary from all aspects of personal injury cases including premises liability, traffic accidents as well as all areas of criminal defense. Hussein is an avid trial lawyer who co-founded The EH Law Firm with the notion that every case should be prepared like it is headed to a jury. Although many firms claim to be trial firms, The EH Law Firm is at the vanguard of trial work, boasting more than 100 jury trials between its two Managing Partners. This core belief as well as the trial results Hussein has obtained over the past decade have earned him many accolades, but most importantly an unparalleled reputation amongst the legal community.. Hussein received his law degree in Lansing, Michigan from Thomas M. Cooley Law School where he was a member of the school’s exceptional National Mock Trial Team. During Law School Hussein also received a diploma in international comparative law while studying in Paris, France at the Paris Institute of International Law. Hussein received his B.A. in Political Science and History from the University of Toronto while living in his native Toronto, Canada.. He is admitted to practice in the State Court of Florida, the Federal Court in the Southern District of Florida, and in Ontario Canada. Hussein is trilingual and along with English he speaks both Arabic and French.. Hussein is also 1 of about 434 lawyers in the State of Florida that is Board Certified in Criminal Trial Law. There are over 100,000 lawyers in the State of Florida. This distinction puts Hussein’s clients at a special advantage when seeking his representation.. Prior to founding The EH Law Firm, Hussein worked as an Assistant State Attorney in Florida’s Seventeenth Judicial Circuit, where he served the people of Broward County for seven years. He prosecuted thousands of criminal cases and specialized at the State Attorney’s Office in bringing those to justice that were responsible for committing acts of sexual violence and child abuse upon the most vulnerable of victims. He spent his last two years while serving the people of Broward County prosecuting traffic homicides and supervising dozens of attorneys in the Felony Trial Unit. In his seven years as a prosecutor, Hussein tried over 50 cases before jurors of Broward County ranging from simple drug possession, home invasion robberies to first degree murder charges. Hussein was frequently recognized for his staggering conviction rate and exceptional rapport with victims and their families.. Following his time as a prosecutor Hussein went into private practice at a prestigious personal injury firm in Fort Lauderdale where he recovered millions of dollars in settlements for his clients. He litigated personal injury cases against the worlds largest corporations in both State and Federal court.. Hussein’s biggest point of pride however is his family. There is nothing Hussein enjoys more than spending time with his wife and young daughters in sunny South Florida.

Huda Ajlani is a Board Certified Criminal Trial Lawyer. There are only 370 board certified criminal law attorneys out of approximately 85,000 attorneys in Florida. Board certified lawyers have met The Florida Bar’s highest standards for special knowledge, skills and proficiency in Criminal Law and professionalism and ethics in the practice of law. She is recognized as an expert in her field.. She is currently the President of the Broward Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, and is on the Florida Bar Criminal Law Executive Council. She is very engaged in the legal community and does whatever she can to promote the importance of the criminal justice system.. Ajlani began her career as an Assistant Public Defender at the Broward County Public Defender's Office. While at the Public Defender' Office, she personally handled thousands of misdemeanor and felony cases ranging from DUI to First Degree Murder. Ms. Ajlani has had numerous jury trials and non jury trials at both the felony and misdemeanor levels.  She is also a graduate of the Gerry Spence Trial Lawyers College.. Ms. Ajlani is licensed to practice law in the State of Florida. She is a member of the Northern, Middle and Southern Districts of Florida and in the United States Supreme Court. She can handle cases throughout the State of Florida and in Federal Court.

Howard W. Myones is the managing partner of Myones Legal, PLLC.. Mr. Myones focuses his practice on auto accidents, slip & falls, personal injury protection litigation, first party property damage claims against homeowners insurance companies, bad faith claims, and breach of contract actions.. Mr. Myones carefully handles every step of personal injury, homeowners insurance, commercial and PIP claims from inception through all aspects of litigation until resolution. He has an in-depth knowledge of the insurance industry and PIP statute and can provide legal assistance and representation to all Floridians injured in an accident as well as insureds, assignees and medical providers in disputes with insurers.. Prior to opening Myones Legal, PLLC, Howard was a senior associate at one of Florida’s largest personal injury firms. There he managed the first party insurance department and handled a volume of over 2000 cases. Now Mr. Myones is focused on helping Floridians when things get hard.. Mr. Myones is committed to providing aggressive representation for all his clients and ensuring that all Floridians injured due to the negligence of others and all insureds in the State of Florida receive the best possible representation and protection in disputes against their insurers.Howard was born in Hollywood, Florida. He graduated from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 2008 with a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science.. Mr. Myones then received a Scholar of Law Award and earned his Juris Doctorate from Washington University School of Law in St. Louis, Missouri. While attending WUSL, Mr. Myones served as President of the Jewish Law Society, Treasurer of the Sports & Entertainment Law Society and was an Admissions Ambassador for the school. In addition to being a member in good standing of the Florida Bar, Mr. Myones is also a member of the New York State Bar Association.Howard lives in Fort Lauderdale with his dogs, Doogie & Larry David. He is an active member of the Jewish Federation Young Leadership Division, the Spirit of ARC Broward and the Dolphins Cancer Challenge. He is an avid Tar Heels, Tottenham, Dolphins, Heat, and Marlins fan.

Hilda R. Ramirez-Gainza, Esq. graduated cum laude from Florida Atlantic University with a Bachelor of Arts degree in English, and received her Juris Doctorate from St. Thomas University School of Law. Fluent in both English and Spanish, her excellent research and writing skills enable her to analyze and articulate complex legal issues clearly, concisely and decisively.. Mrs. Gainza specializes in the areas of Personal Injury, Family Law and Immigration. She is a current member of the Florida Bar and past member of the American Bar Association.. Call Hilda at to discuss your legal concerns. You have her personal guarantee that she will work ceaselessly, and with the utmost care and respect, to provide you with the dedicated legal representation you deserve.

Hi, my name is Meritxell Ros. I was born in Spain and raised in South Florida where I have been practicing criminal defense for more than 16 years. As an Assistant Public Defender, I have handled thousands of cases ranging from Death Penalty cases to misdemeanor DUIs and drug offenses. I have tried more than 50 jury trials including Murder and Capital Sexual Battery trials.. I graduated summa cum laude from Florida International University where I received my Bachelor’s Degree in Philosophy with a Certificate in Law, Ethics, and Society. I received my juris doctorate degree from St. Thomas University where I was also the recipient of the ABOTA Trial Scholarship.As an immigrant in this country, I have always had a passion for helping those who could not help themselves. I have devoted my entire career to the zealous advocacy of those accused of crimes. I firmly believe one bad decision does not define a person.

Hi, I’m Susan Lawson, Partner at the Rossen Law Firm. I was born and raised in South Florida and have been practicing criminal defense for over 13 years. The majority of my practice has been in South Florida but I have also practiced in Maryland and the District of Columbia. I have handled thousands of cases and have tried more than 100 jury trials ranging from driving and drug offenses to sexual battery and homicide cases. I have always loved to litigate and help others. I knew I could use my voice, knowledge, skills, and passion to zealously advocate and make a difference in the lives of others.

Hi I’m Armand Murach, a highly skilled attorney specializing in criminal defense law. I graduated Cum Laude from Nova Southeastern University Shepard Broad College of Law, where my academic performance earned me the NITA Excellence in Advocacy Award and induction into the prestigious National Order of Barristers, an honors society limited to the top trial advocacy students in each graduating class. These honors reflect my commitment to legal excellence and my passion for advocating for my clients.. Throughout my career, I have become known for my strategic, 360-degree approach to criminal defense. I have handled a wide range of cases, from serious felonies to more minor offenses, establishing myself as a trusted advocate in both state and federal courts. My in-depth criminal law knowledge and courtroom experience allows me to build strong defenses and secure favorable outcomes for my clients. My dedication to justice is evident in my thorough preparation and tireless efforts to protect my clients’ rights.. My legal expertise began with my years of experience as an Assistant Public Defender in the 19th Judicial Circuit, where I handled all types of cases, from major crimes to juvenile cases. This role gave me a comprehensive understanding of criminal law from defense and prosecution perspectives. I represented clients in cases involving violent offenses, drug crimes, murder, and other complex criminal matters, always advocating for the rights of individuals facing serious charges. My work in juvenile defense also allowed me to navigate the unique challenges of representing minors in the justice system. This experience has proven invaluable in shaping my current criminal defense practice and even contributing to changes in the law.. After moving back home to South Florida, I served as an Assistant State Attorney in the 17th Judicial Circuit in Broward County. During this time, I worked in several specialized units, including Drug Trafficking, Traffic Homicide, and the Career Criminal Units. These roles gave me invaluable insight into the strategies and tactics used by the prosecution in complex and high-stakes cases. I also trained and mentored new prosecutors, further sharpening my ability to evaluate cases from multiple perspectives and anticipate prosecutorial moves. This unique combination of prosecutorial experience and training enhances my ability to craft more effective defenses, giving my clients a distinct advantage in criminal cases.. In addition to my legal practice, I have dedicated much of my career to teaching and mentoring aspiring lawyers. For over a decade, I have been actively involved with the National Institute for Trial Advocacy (NITA), where I teach trial skills and help develop the next generation of litigators. I also coach law students in mock trial competitions, helping them hone their courtroom strategies, cross-examination techniques, and persuasive arguments. My commitment to legal education has earned me the respect of my peers as I continue to inspire and shape the future of trial law.

Hello,. I grew up in Cutler Bay, FL and graduated from Coral Reef Senior High School after completing the International Baccalaureate program. I graduated from University of Miami with a degree in Biology and minor in Chemistry and Business Administration. I graduated from Florida A & M College of Law and lived in Orlando, FL for five (5) years before returning to live in Plantation, Florida with my wife.. My law practice helps home and business owners get more money for their insurance claims by suing their insurance company.. It is our mission to level the playing field for home and business owners by providing them guidance and providing excellent legal representation so that their insurance claims are paid properly and they are treated fairly.

Hello, my name is Michael Davis, and I thank you for visiting my Avvo profile. I know your time is valuable so here is a brief summary of who we are and how we can help you. If you would like more information, please feel free to browse the remainder of our website. I clerked for David Boone in 1979 while I attended law school. In 1981, we began working together. Over the past thirty-five years, we have represented thousands of clients for all kinds of personal injury claims including medical malpractice, auto, truck, and motorcycle accidents, defective products or product liability claims, slip and falls, playground accidents, theme park accidents and victims of criminal attacks occurring at malls, apartments, clubs and bars. We have handled claims with injuries including traumatic brain injuries, paraplegia, quadriplegia, spinal cord injuries, amputations, blindness, CRPS-RSD, herniated discs, broken bones and more. We are always representing people that have suffered an injury. We are here to serve our clients. Some of our staff has been with us for over twenty years and helps us help our clients. We are proud of our profession and we love our work. We try to make all our clients feel special. We think they are. We are litigators. If the at-fault party fails to offer a fair settlement, we will file suit and prepare the case for trial. (Many personal injury lawyers do not litigate – see the section “Why hire us?” #2). We have technology to assist us in presenting a clear and persuasive case on your behalf. Even when we file suit, most of the cases settle before picking a jury. We know that attorney-client communication is one of the most important aspects of the relationship. We want to speak to our clients and hear from them. We return our calls. I give out my cellphone number to clients that want it. We have over 100 cases that settled or resulted in a jury verdict in excess of one million dollars. Many of these were referred to us from satisfied former clients. We want your case and we want your referrals. We know that it is only through exceeding your expectations that you will refer friends and relatives to our firm. The bottom line-most clients are searching for an attorney that will speak clearly, return calls and advise them of the process and, at the same time, an attorney that can obtain the recovery (money) deserved. We can serve your needs. I started this by stating that I’d be brief, so browse the website, review the videos and feel free to contact me at or call

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Welcome to the Kelly Law Firm. I have been certified by the Florida Bar as a specialist in both Civil Trial Law and Business Litigation. I have tried over 140 jury trials and hundreds of non-jury and arbitration matters both in South Florida and throughout the United States. I represent both individuals and Fortune 500 companies. I also have an active business counseling practice. Call or email our office staff to see how we can serve your needs.

Helene B. Raisman has been practicing criminal law exclusively in Broward County since she graduated from the University of Miami School of Law with top honors. Ms. Raisman also completed her undergraduate degree at the University of Miami, where she graduated in 1982 with a Bachelor of Arts degree majoring in Sociology.. While attending the University of Miami School of Law, she worked at the Dade State Attorney’s Office for State Attorney Janet Reno. She also did an internship for Judge Michael A. Salmon where she was responsible for helping the judge conduct research and draft orders.. After receiving her Juris Doctorate degree in 1985, she joined the law firm of Essen & Essen. While acting as supervising attorney for the firm’s Broward office, she and the firm were featured on 60 Minutes, highlighting the best winning record in the country for DUI defense.. After working for Essen & Essen for several years as lead trial counsel, she tried over a hundred DUI cases and successfully argued hundreds of DUI motions which led to the suppression of breath tests and the finding of illegal arrests.. TAKING A COLLABORATIVE APPROACH TO YOUR MATTER. Ms. Raisman formed her own firm in 1990, focusing on criminal law. As one of the first highly successful female Fort Lauderdale criminal defense attorneys in Broward County concentrating in all areas of state court criminal defense litigation, she quickly earned the admiration of judges for her excellent courtroom presentations and winning style.. When her brother, a highly successful attorney, left the Broward Public Defender’s Office, they joined forces to work as a team at the innovative firm of Raisman & Raisman, P.A. Pooling their years of trial experience and dedication to clients along with their love of criminal defense, they have worked together representing thousands of satisfied clients.. Ms. Raisman is a member of the following professional organizations:

Have you been harmed in an injury accident of some kind? Injury accidents are always serious and should never be treated lightly. If you have been injured and are wondering where you can turn to procure the help and support you need at this pivotal time in your life, look no further than Feingold & Posner law office. This law firm is dedicated to providing individuals with trustworthy help and support, and you can rest assured in the representation you can receive when you come here. Attorney Craig Posner is a Fort Lauderdale personal injury attorney who is competent, experienced, and dedicated to fighting for you and the compensation that is rightfully yours. He received his Juris Doctorate from St. Thomas University. He has experience with insurance defense, having worked at a national auto insurance company. He is well equipped to take on your case and provide you with the support you at this time. Whether you are dealing with a catastrophic injury, head and spinal injury or birth injury, you can rest assured in the support you can receive when you come to this firm because Attorney Posner takes on each case with care and commitment. He understands the hardships you are dealing with and wants to help you through this time as much as possible. Moreover, if you have been harmed in an automobile accident, such as a motorcycle accident or a truck accident, you should not wait any longer to seek out the support of a trustworthy lawyer. Attorney Posner is up to the task, having assisted numerous individuals who are in situations much like yours. If you are suffering from work injuries, he can assist you in pursuing the workers’ compensation that is due to you. Contact this firm to receive the help your case requires.

HARLAN I. WALD, M.D., J.D.. "I AM THRILLED TO USE MY MEDICAL KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERTISE TOGETHER WITH MY LEGAL EXPERIENCE TO HELP VICTIMS OF MEDICAL MALPRACTICE ACHIEVE JUSTICE". Early Education & Experience. Harlan I. Wald was born in New York City. He graduated from Duke University, and thereafter obtained his Medical Degree from the Duke University School of Medicine in 1968. Harlan then proceeded into a Surgical Internship and Residency at University Hospitals in Cleveland, Ohio. He was also awarded and completed a Fellowship in Hand Surgery at the University of Louisville School Of Medicine, in Kentucky. He continued his training and completed his Residency in General Surgery and served as Chief Resident in General Surgery at New York University Medical Center/Bellevue Medical Center in New York City. Following completion of his Residency in General Surgery, Harlan proceeded with further surgical specialty training and completed the Residency Program in Plastic Surgery at the University of California in 1975. Harlan has been awarded licenses to practice medicine in the states of North Carolina, Ohio, New York, Florida, and California, and still maintains a current license in Florida. He has been Board Certified in General Surgery by the American Board of Surgery since 1974. Additionally, Harlan has been Board Certified in Plastic Surgery by the American Board of Plastic Surgery since 1977, and is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons.. Medical Career. Harlan was in the private practice of medicine as a Plastic Surgeon in Hollywood, Florida for over 25 years. During that time he served as Chief of Surgery at Hollywood Medical Center, as well as Chairman of the Department of Plastic Surgery. Harlan also served as the Chairman of the Department of Plastic Surgery at Memorial Regional Hospital from 1994 to 2001. During his professional medical career, Harlan received numerous awards and honors including being named by Miami Metro Magazine in 1998 as one of the “Best Doctors in South Florida,” and was listed in the publication, “Guide to Top Doctors,” as one of the top Surgeons in his specialty. In 1987, Harlan was elected President of the Broward County Plastic Surgery Society. Harlan also was extensively involved in medical peer review for the State of Florida Agency for Health Care Administration, and served as a medical expert witness for both plaintiffs and physicians.. Medicine to Law. In 1990, while still actively practicing his surgical specialty, Harlan decided to obtain a Law Degree and pursue a new career in the legal profession, where he would be able to draw upon his medical knowledge and background. In 1995 Harlan graduated, Magna Cum Laude, from the University of Miami School of Law. He was also awarded membership in the “Order of the Coif” scholastic honor society. After passing the Florida Bar in 1996, he continued his surgical practice until 2001 when he retired from medicine to pursue the practice of law. Harlan had a longstanding desire to help the injured which stemmed from his years of medical practice. In 2006, after gaining experience in personal injury litigation, he joined a firm specializing in Personal Injury and Wrongful Death, Motor Vehicle Accident, Medical Malpractice, Aviation and Product Liability cases throughout Florida and nationally.. Unique Understanding. With his extensive medical training and experience, Harlan contributes to Kelley/Uustal by maximizing our clients' personal injury damages in all cases, as well as in the representation of clients who have suffered injuries or death as a result of the negligence of health care providers. Harlan is also a Licensed Aircraft Pilot with a Commercial Multi-Engine Instrument Rating and holds a Coast Guard 50 ton Master License, both of which provide him with a unique understanding of cases focusing on aviation, boating and watercraft accidents.. Membership and Community. He is a member of the Florida Justice Association, the American Association for Justice, the Broward County Justice Association, and the Palm Beach County Justice Association. He has been active within the community and served for many years as a board member of Temple Bat Yam and has also served as a member of the board of C.A.J.E., the Central Agency for Jewish Education of Broward County. He has also served as an active leader with the Boy Scouts of America. He also has been an invited presenter of Grand Rounds for the Plastic Surgery Division of Cleveland Clinic, Florida, as well as for both the Plastic Surgery Division and the General Surgery Division of the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine. Harlan and his wife Karen have three adult children, and have resided in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida for over thirty years.