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Kristie Cohen graduated from Eastern Michigan University in Ypsilanti, MI in 2006 with a Bachelors of Science Degree in Legal Studies. While attending Eastern Michigan, Ms. Cohen was engaged in a double bachelor’s program for Legal Studies and Psychology, with minors in chemistry and biology. Also, while attending Eastern Michigan, Ms. Cohen worked for the school’s legal clinic and also participated in an internship at the Washtenaw County Public Defender’s Office.. While attending law school she clerked for the Honorable Dennis Powers in the 52nd District Court in Michigan, where she coordinated the Judge’s docket, wrote judicial opinions and helped the Judge write a Michigan Bar Review Article.. After graduating from law school, Ms. Cohen pursued her chosen path as a criminal defense attorney working for the Public Defender of the 19th Circuit in Indian River County. Her time at the Public Defender’s Office started by defending juvenile and misdemeanor cases. After a few months, Ms. Cohen was promoted and took over the defense of all County Court cases for the office and both Divisions for Indian River County. In just under a year Ms. Cohen was again promoted to a felony division, handling all felony cases and clients with all criminal designations. Ms. Cohen also began working on and learning major crimes cases such as murder and capital sexual battery. Ms. Cohen sat as 2nd chair on her first murder trial in 2010 and was in charge of the medical testimony and the bulk of the defense. Also, since she had a background and education in psychology, she was given a majority of the cases that had mental heath issues, NGI (not guilty by insanity) defenses or competency issues. Ms. Cohen became very well versed with how criminal law and mental health intersect and the ways to protect clients who have mental health issues. Ms. Cohen worked for the Public Defender of the 19th Circuit until 2011 and tried over 60 jury trials in her time there.. After leaving the 19th Circuit she accepted a position with the Broward County Public Defender’s Office and worked there until July 2017, when she went into private practice. During her time at the Broward County Public Defender’s Office she worked in several felony divisions and on several major crimes cases.. She was the lead Public Defender in several different divisions over her years at the office and focused mainly on first degree and life felony cases. Ms. Cohen mainly handled major crimes cases such as First-Degree Murder, Arson, Trafficking, Robbery Firearm, Carjacking and Sexual Battery. Her clients ranged from first time offenders to multi-convicted offenders, and she has extensive knowledge of every enhancement and designation, such as PRR (Prison Release Reoffender), HO (Habitual Offender), and HVO (Habitual Violent Offender). Ms. Cohen is also 2nd-chair-qualified to work on death penalty cases.

Kristen Hansen is a founding partner of Aronson & Hansen PLLC and a graduate of Nova Southeastern University Shepard Broad College of Law. Ms. Hansen has worked in both private firms and in the public sector. She was twice awarded the prestigious Hat-Trick award for three consecutive not-guilty trial verdicts. Ms. Hansen is highly skilled in the areas of transactional law and procedures, document preparation and review, and negotiations. She is an active member of The Fund, The American Bar Association, The Florida Bar Association, The Broward County Bar Association, and the Real Property, Probate, & Trust Section of The Florida Bar.

Kevin R. Gallagher has been handling Florida Worker’s Compensation cases for 21 years, and is a member of the Worker’s Compensation section of The Florida Bar, Florida Worker’s Advocates, and current Board Member of the Broward County Bar Association – Worker’s Compensation section. Kevin has litigated Worker’s Comp cases in front of each and every Worker’s Compensation judge in the State of Florida, and numerous Worker’s Compensation cases before the Florida District Courts of Appeal, as well as the Florida Supreme Court. Kevin has been invited to speak at many events on Florida Worker’s Compensation issues over the years, and has testified as an expert on Worker’s Compensation in multiple legal proceedings.

Kenyetta Alexander is an Associate Attorney in the Fort Lauderdale office of Pearson Bitman LLP and concentrates on foreclosure litigation.. Kenyetta has experience in business/commercial litigation in federal and state courts involving securities, construction, real estate, fraud and misrepresentation, employment, wage and hour claims, as well as various corporate, partnership and bankruptcy disputes.. Kenyetta also has experience in a wide range of complex arbitration disputes before FINRA and the American Arbitration Association.. Practice Areas:

Kenny is an expert in family and employment related petitions and applications. She has provided legal representation in the area of Immigration and Naturalization Law to businesses, individuals and organizations in the United States, and from around the world. Her continous research in Immigration and Naturalization Law, Family Law has developed expertise and experience necessary for a successful resolution of your case.. She excels in handling family based immigration, employment based immigration, visas for professional workers, waivers of inadmissibility, applications for labor certification, petitions to remove the conditions on residency, responses to requests for additional evidence, She is dedicated to handling your case with the professionalism and the personal attention that it deserves.. Kenny has successfully represented clients in immigration and removal proceedings before U.S. Immigration Courts, the U.S. Immigration Citizenship and Immigration Service, Customs and Border Protection, and the U.S. Asylum Office. She strives to provide exceptional legal representation to foreign nationals, their families and employers seeking to hire foreign nationals.. EDUCATION. BAR AND COURT ADMISSIONS. ASSOCIATIONS AND MEMBERSHIPS

Kendra has been featured in Forbes, Entrepreneur, Black Enterprise, Huffington Post, Essence, and named one of the Top 10 Black Female Attorney You Should Know by Black Enterprise Magazine.

Keith M. Poliakoff (Shareholder). Professional ExperienceMr. Poliakoff  is a Shareholder and is the Co-Chair of the Firm's Government Law Group. As Attorney to the Town of Southwest Ranches, he has substantial knowledge and experience in issues unique to Florida governmental entities including issues such as Annexation, Municipal Liability, RLUIPA, Bert Harris Act, Conflict Resolution, the Public Records Act, Government in Sunshine and laws pertaining to ethics and elections. He has worked on virtually all matters effecting a municipal government including the creation of Comprehensive Plans, developing zoning codes, code enforcement, drafting Ordinances and Resolutions, and he has presided over countless meetings and quasi-judicial matters. Further, Mr. Poliakoff has defended the Town in numerous litigation matters including a lawsuit challenging the municipality's incorporation.  Mr. Poliakoff has counseled numerous elected officials on all aspects of ethics laws, election laws, disclosure requirements and conflicts of interest, and has authored numerous opinions on these subject matters.. In addition to his representation of municipalities, Mr. Poliakoff represents multi-family residential and commercial properties on issues relating to land use and zoning, and has substantial experience in obtaining entitlements. He works closely with local public officials and provides guidance to his many business clients on the complex governmental processes including public sector procurements, affordable housing, developer agreements, and legislative initiatives. In 2000 Mr. Poliakoff developed an annexation bill, which still serves as the model for annexation bills throughout the state. He also has considerable experience with Community Redevelopment Agencies and has been involved in numerous redevelopment efforts throughout Broward County.. In 2005 Mr. Poliakoff was appointed to the Broward County Land Preservation Board by the Broward County Commission. This Board is responsible for reviewing all land acquisitions in Broward County, specifically overseeing the $400 million bond issue which was approved to preserve and reclaim over 1,400 acres of open space in Broward County and repair and enhance the County's recreational parks.. Activities & Memberships Mr. Poliakoff participates in many charitable organizations and community events. Prior to his legal career, Mr. Poliakoff was awarded an Alexander Fellowship where he clerked for 3rd Circuit Court of Appeals Judge Maryanne Trump Barry. Mr. Poliakoff also gained valuable experience as a freelance producer for NBC News and as an assistant producer at CNN in New York.. Honors 2002 Leadership Hollywood 26 2006 Florida Trends Legal Elite 2008 Florida Trends Legal Elite 2009 South Florida's Best Lawyers 2009, 2010 Best Lawyers in America (Government Relations Law). Bar Admissions Florida New York Bar. EducationJ.D., Benjamin Cardozo School of Law (Order of the Coif - top 10%, cum laude)B.S., Syracuse University, magna cum laude

Karina Rodrigues is a skilled South Florida trial attorney handling a variety of personal injury matters, including catastrophic injury, dangerous products, car accidents, consumer fraud, medical malpractice, premises liability, pharmaceutical liability, and wrongful death. She also handles business litigation cases.. Karina is a Brazilian-American and is fluent in Portuguese. She earned her Juris Doctorate from the University of Florida Levin College of Law and also possesses a Bachelor of Arts degree in political science with a minor in entrepreneurship. While in law school, she served as an Executive and Senior Articles Editor with the Journal of Law and Public Policy. She also served as the President of the Latino Law Student Association and was the Editor-in-Chief of their newsletter.. To schedule a consultation with Karina Rodrigues, please contact Kelley/Uustal today.

Karen is a Board Certified Marital and Family Law attorney and specialist and a Fellow in the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers.  She was born in Buffalo, New York and graduated from the University of Michigan with a Bachelor of Arts degree. She obtained her JD degree from the University of Florida and was admitted to the Florida Bar in 1995. Karen is a member of the Florida Bar and of the Family Law Section of the Florida Bar, in good standing. Prior to joining Sidweber & Weintraub, P.A., Karen was associated with and became partner in a prominent Miami family law firm from 1996 until 2007. Karen has devoted her entire legal career exclusively to the practice of marital and family law.  Karen practices in Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach counties.. Karen has been Board Certified in Martial and Family Law since June 1, 2012, having met all of the requirements of the Florida Bar to be called an expert and specialist.  She has been named as a “Super Lawyer” in Florida, for Marital and Family law, since 2015.  Karen has also achieved the highest possible “AV” peer review rating by Martindale-Hubbell, such ratings being established by other lawyers and thereby providing the opportunity for those seeking a lawyer to find the best possible lawyer. Karen is listed as a “Top Lawyer” in the prestigious South Florida Legal Guide, since 2010.   Karen was appointed to serve on the Florida Bar, Family Law Section Marital and Family Law Examining Committee for Board Certification, for the years 2018 and 2019, as well as the Florida Chapter of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers Examining Committee.  Karen was a participating member of The First Family Law American Inns of Court and the Family Law section of the Florida Bar.  Karen has served as a guardian ad litem in Miami-Dade and Broward counties, has mediated family law cases, and is also a certified parent coordinator.  Karen is a member of the Broward County Bar Association.

Kara L. Stachel, Managing Partner for Stachel Law Planning, PLLC, is admitted to the Florida Bar, New Jersey Bar, Pennsylvania Bar and District of Columbia Bar, and is a member of the Florida Bar Journal's Editorial Board and Real Property, Probate and Trust Law Section of the Florida Bar.  Throughout her education, Ms. Stachel poised herself to enter the professional legal community as her clients’ biggest advocate. After graduating from Duquesne University, McAnulty College and Graduate School of Liberal Arts in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania with a major in Political Science and minor in Business Administration, Ms. Stachel worked as a paralegal and focused on debt collection and estate planning.

Justin Weinstein, the Founding Partner of the Weinstein Legal Team, earned his Juris Doctor from Nova Southeastern University and was admitted to the Florida Bar in 2012. Since establishing his practice in Fort Lauderdale, FL, in 2016, he has expanded the firm with offices in West Palm Beach, Orlando, and, most recently, Naples.. With a specific focus on representing medical professionals such as chiropractors, physical therapists, orthopedic surgeons, and other healthcare providers treating individuals injured in car accidents, Justin tirelessly pursued the recovery of substantial amounts from insurance companies. This dedication facilitated the establishment of strong relationships with medical professionals throughout South Florida and the Treasure Coast, enabling him to provide valuable medical options to clients in dire need of care after personal injuries.. Justin Weinstein's legal journey includes serving as an associate attorney for four years at two South Florida Personal Injury law firms, where he honed his litigation skills, including personal injury protection claims. He also gained experience through a judicial internship with Judge Andrew L. Siegel during his initial year of law school.. More recently, Mr. Weinstein was recognized as the "Best Lawyer in Fort Lauderdale" for 2025 by Fort Lauderdale Magazine. This is the second year in a row that Weinstein has received this honor. In addition, Weinstein Legal Team also received the silver award for "Best Law Firm in Fort Lauderdale" for 2025.. A passionate advocate for the rights of the injured, Justin Weinstein places significant emphasis on cultivating strong relationships with his clients. He ensures accessibility and prioritizes their cases, treating each case as if it were his own. He aims to redefine the attorney-client relationship, striving to be an accessible and trustworthy confidant, guiding clients through challenging times.. With a dedication to justice and a reputation as a trustworthy legal professional for accident victims seeking assistance, Justin Weinstein is committed to upholding the principles of fairness and integrity in his practice. He and the Weinstein Legal Team actively engage in charitable events, reflecting their commitment to giving back and building meaningful connections within their local communities.

Justin Schneider is the founder and managing attorney of Schneider Injury Firm, a personal injury law firm based in Broward County, Florida. Known across Florida as The Honest Attorney, Justin built his practice around transparency, client education, and a no-nonsense approach to advocacy. He represents victims of car accidents, slip and falls, wrongful death, and other serious injury cases throughout Florida.. Mr. Schneider began his legal career in 2014 at a prestigious Miami law firm, handling complex construction defect and commercial litigation. His dedication to public service led him to the Florida House of Representatives, where he worked on legislative initiatives for District 87. He later served as a felony prosecutor at the Miami-Dade State Attorney’s Office, where he first-chaired more than 30 jury trials and fought for victims in high-stakes felony, civil fatality, and juvenile cases.. Before launching his own firm, Justin practiced at a high-volume plaintiff’s firm and later at Schlesinger Law, where he focused on catastrophic injury and wrongful death litigation—including trucking accidents and traumatic brain injury claims. He is admitted to practice in all Florida state courts and the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Florida.. Mr. Schneider earned his Juris Doctor from Florida State University College of Law and studied abroad at St. Edmund Hall, Oxford University, concentrating on comparative legal contracts and English legal history. During law school, he served as a Judicial Clerk for the Honorable J. Lawrence Johnston at the Division of Administrative Hearings and was a regional competitor with the BLSA Mock Trial Team. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Sports Management with a minor in Business Administration from the University of Florida.. In the community, Justin has served on the Board of Directors for the Historic Stranahan House Museum, was a Young Leaders Board Member for the Palm Beach County Justice Association, and is a proud graduate of Leadership Broward Class XLI. He remains active in the Palm Beach Bar Association, Broward County Trial Lawyers Association, and the Stephen R. Booher Inn of Court.. Whether in the courtroom or on social media, Mr. Schneider is dedicated to helping injured Floridians understand their rights and fight for what they’re owed—with honesty, strategy, and heart.

JT Singh, Esq. attained his Juris Doctorate (JD) from the Shepard Broad Law Center at Nova Southeastern University in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.  Before receiving his JD, JT had studied at the University of Cambridge and his background and education is in the fields of Marketing and Behavioral Psychology.  JT has been around bankruptcy his entire life.  He learned most of his knowledge with regards to consumer law from his father, Manny Singh, who has been practicing consumer law and bankruptcy in South Florida since 1985.JT is a partner at Singh Law, P.A., a boutique consumer law firm located in South Florida, having offices in Fort Lauderdale, West Palm Beach, and Miami.  The firm practices in general consumer law with emphasis in bankruptcy, foreclosure defense, and real estate.JT is a member of the Florida Bar and the Bar of the United States District Court for the Southern District of Florida.  He is also a member of the American Bankruptcy Institute, American Bar Association, and the Broward Bar Association.

Joshua R. Kon is an assertive litigator with extensive experience in the practice areas of commercial and real estate litigation, lender liability, partnership disputes, professional malpractice, and appellate law. Mr. Kon has a reputation for coming up with unique solutions to his clients’ complicated problems. His professional accomplishments include recovering substantial judgments and settlements for his clients, as well handling as numerous transactional matters to completion.Mr. Kon is deeply committed to serving clients of all backgrounds in his community. He represents not-for-profit organizations on a pro bono basis and assists charities in raising much-needed funds so that they can continue their good works in the community.Mr. Kon was inspired to become an attorney following his studies of Talmudic law. Before graduating summa cum laude from Nova Southeastern University Shepard Broad Law Center, Mr. Kon owned and managed a successful small business with locations in Miami and New York. Now, Mr. Kon is conscientiously charged at every stage of his clients’ lawsuits, from drafting complaints, taking depositions, prosecuting trials, enforcing judgments and appeals.

Joshua Padowitz is a skilled and dedicated criminal defense attorney at Kenneth Padowitz, P.A., a reputable criminal defense law firm based in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. With a strong passion for justice, a reputation for his acute attention to detail and aggressive representation, and a commitment to protecting his clients’ rights, Joshua brings an impressive background and diverse experience to every case he handles. Joshua adds his skills, knowledge, and tenacious attitude to the firm’s collective 40+ years experience in legal practice.. Joshua’s experience extends beyond his work with Kenneth Padowitz, P.A. He served as a Supreme Court Certified Legal Intern and an Assistant State Attorney in the Broward State Attorney’s Office, 17th Judicial Circuit, until April 2021. During his tenure, he honed his skills as a prosecutor and gained invaluable insight into the inner workings of the criminal justice system. A rising talent in the field of criminal defense, Joshua Padowitz is a passionate advocate, determined to hold the justice system to account and achieve exemplary outcomes for his clients.. His dedication to the field of law is also evident in his academic achievements. Joshua is one of only a few who graduated summa cum laude with a Juris Doctor from Nova Southeastern University’s Shepard Broad Law Center in May 2019. He was a recipient of the prestigious Goodwin Scholarship and was consistently on the Dean’s List. Joshua’s academic excellence was further demonstrated by his multiple Book Awards in various legal subjects, including Contracts, Torts, Property, and Multi-State Bar Lab.. Joshua also holds a Bachelor of Psychology degree from Nova Southeastern University’s College of Psychology, where he graduated with a GPA of 3.89. He was a member of several honor societies, including Alpha Chi, Psi Chi International, Delta Epsilon Iota, and Tau Sigma. His exceptional academic performance placed him on the Dean’s List throughout his undergraduate studies.. Joshua Padowitz is a member of the Florida State Bar and is admitted to practice in the United States District Court for both the Southern and Middle Districts of Florida as well as the United States Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit.. Joshua has been an integral part of the firm’s success. Prior to becoming an attorney, Joshua served as a law clerk for the firm in 2012, gaining valuable early experience in the field of criminal defense.. With his exceptional academic background, commitment to justice, and vast experience in the field of criminal defense and trial work, Joshua Padowitz is a highly valuable asset to Kenneth Padowitz, P.A. and the clients the firm serves.

Joshua Higgins is a Partner and Business Unit Leader in the firm’s Fort Lauderdale office focusing his practice on Workers’ Compensation, Police Professional Litigation , Correctional Healthcare , and Civil Rights Violations.. Joshua was named a 2020 Florida Super Lawyers "Rising Star" and "2020 Top Lawyer" by Fort Lauderdale Illustrated, both in the field of workers' compensation.. Prior to joining the firm, Joshua worked as an Assistant State Attorney at the State Attorney’s Office, 17th Judicial Circuit, in both the felony trial unit and county court division.  While there, Joshua tried more than 30 bench trials and 22 jury trials, with one trial featured on local Fox news.. During law school, Joshua served as the Chairperson of Administration for the Moot Court Honor Society, a Staff Member for the Inter-American Center for Human Rights, and the Secretary for the National Security and Law Society.  He received a perfect score from the Chief Justice in the first round of the ABA National Appellate Advocacy Competition, and placed in the top eight out of more than 125 students in the Feinrider Moot Court Competition.  Joshua was one of 40 law students selected nationwide as a summer fellow for the Florida Bar Foundation, which resulted in him working at Coast to Coast Legal Aid of South Florida doing foreclosure defense for indigent elderly citizens.. Prior to entering law school, Joshua obtained his undergraduate degree from the State University of New York at Buffalo, where he was selected for induction into the Phi Beta Kappa National Honor Society and was listed in Who’s Who Among American College Students.  Additionally, Joshua was chosen as a Renaissance Scholar, an award bestowed on less than 4% of graduates that year, for those exhibiting scholarly excellence in at least two widely disparate areas of study.

Josh, a native Floridian, is an accomplished attorney with over two decades of legal experience. After graduating from the Pennsylvania State University in 1998, he earned his Juris Doctorate, Magna Cum Laude, from St. Thomas University School of Law, where he served as a Law Review editor and Chairman for the Committee on Academic Integrity.. Throughout his career, Josh has honed his skills as a trusted advocate for his clients in a wide variety of legal matters including labor and employment law, business litigation, civil rights, and corporate transactions. He also serves as outside general counsel to companies, and provides alternate dispute resolution services in his capacity as a Florida Supreme Court Certified Circuit Court Mediator.. Josh is well regarded within the legal community and is currently an active member of the Florida Bar, all federal courts within Florida, the Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals, and the United States Supreme Court. He holds Martindale-Hubbell’s highest review rating (AV preeminent), given to attorneys who are ranked at the highest level of professional excellence for their legal expertise, communication skills, and ethical standards by their peers.. He also proudly serves as the Chief Legal Officer for the For Paul Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to honoring and supporting law enforcement officers, first responders, and their families. Josh’s commitment to public service is driven by a passion for making a meaningful impact in the lives of those who tirelessly and selflessly serve our communities.. Josh is also a lifelong collector of pop culture artifacts, including vintage comic books, memorabilia, and original artwork. He is considered an industry expert, often relied upon to assist with legal issues in the hobby, and as an appraiser of items and collections. Josh is also a published author on pop-culture related topics, and enjoys lecturing on the inter-section between collectibles and the law.. Attorney Admissions:Florida Bar, 2001. United States District Court for the Southern District of Florida, 2001. United States District Court for the Middle District of Florida, 2003. United States District Court for the Northern District of Florida, 2003. United States Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit, 2001. United States Supreme Court, 2024. Pro Hac Vice Admissions:United States District Court, Central District of California. United States District Court, Northern District of California. United States District Court, Southern District of Iowa. United States District Court, Western District of Oklahoma. United States District Court, District of New Jersey

Joseph Zager obtained his Juris Doctorate from Nova Southeastern University School of Law in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Mr. Zager is admitted to both the Florida Bar and to the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Florida.. Mr. Zager started his career while in law school as an Intern for local defense attorneys in Broward County. Upon graduating from law school he worked for the Broward County State Attorneys Office. Mr. Zager has over thirteen (13) years experience as a Prosecutor working in many different divisions including the Sexual Battery Unit, where he helped create the Computer CyberCrime Unit which focused on Child Pornography and Computer Child Exploitation.  Mr. Zager also was a supervisor to new attorneys in the Misdemeanor Division and has prosecuted all levels of crime including Capital Sexual Battery, Murder, Kidnapping, Aggravated Batteryand Robbery with a Firearm.. Since leaving the State Attorney’s Office, Mr. Zager has handled all types of Criminal Defense and Family Law Matters as well as assisted injured workers in obtaining their financial and medical benefits from employers.  Mr. Zager in his own legal practice focuses on high level communication with clients and zealously advocates on their behalf.. Mr. Zager has developed a reputation for operating ethically while aggressively defending the interests of his clients. Once engaged in representing an individual, he will prepare and investigate every possible angle to seek out any issue that will help strengthen his clients case. This is done for the sole purpose of achieving the BEST POSSIBLE RESULT for his clients, which is his only goal.

Joseph P. Discepola focuses his practice on personal injury litigation, including auto-accidents, premises liability, products liability, toxic torts, negligent security, excessive use of force, medical malpractice, and wrongful death cases. Joseph graduated from New York University’s Leonard N. Stern School of Business with a Bachelor of Science in Finance and CPA Accounting.  After receiving his undergraduate degree, Mr. Discepola worked as a financial analyst at Goldman Sachs & Co. in Manhattan. After working on Wall Street for two years, Joseph went on to pursue a joint degree (JD/MBA) from the University of Miami and graduated in 2009.. Joseph has focused his legal career exclusively on personal injury matters since graduating from law school.  He has handled several high profile cases where he was able to help his clients obtain multi-million dollar recoveries.  He obtained valuable experience at several premier personal injury firms in South Flordia before starting his own personal injury firm, JPD Injury Law, PLLC, in downtown Fort Lauderdale.  Joseph primarily prosecutes cases the tri-county area of South Florida, but is capable of handling throughout the state of Florida.

Joseph Dunn’s areas of practice include personal injury, automotive and motorcycle accidents, wrongful death and general litigation.. Joe has a diverse legal background that includes time spent working as defense counsel for major insurance companies. This experience provides him with an "insider" knowledge of how these companies evaluate his client's claims and helps him get his clients the best results possible in their case.. Mr. Dunn earned a Bachelor of Science in Legal Studies from the University of Central Florida and a Juris Doctorate from the University of Florida. While attending law school, Joe was the recipient of Levin College of Law Scholarship, George C. Carr Memorial Scholarship, Florida Medallion Scholars award, and the Outstanding Achievement award for his dedication to Pro Bono service.. Mr. Dunn prides himself on making each client feel as if he or she is his only client. He accomplishes this by taking the time to make sure all clients fully understand their legal options and are kept up-to-date on their case every step of the way. When hiring Joe, or any lawyer at Rosenberg, Cummings & Edwards, you can expect outstanding legal representation and to be treated with the utmost importance and professionalism.

Joseph R. Fazio III was born in Miami, Florida. Mr. Fazio graduated in 1988 from Boston College and received his J.D. in 1994 from Nova University Law School where he served on the Board of the Moot Court Society and was selected to join the Order of Barristers as a National Member. He cultivated strong cultural and language skills during his study of languages at the Universidad Internacional in Santander, Spain, and of European Community Law at the Universidad de Madrid. Mr. Fazio is admitted to practice before all Florida state courts as well as the United States District Court for the Southern District of Florida, the United States District Court for the Middle District of Florida and the United States Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit. He is a member of the National Employment Lawyers Association (NELA), Florida NELA, the Florida Bar Labor and Employment Law Section, the Broward County Bar Association, the American Bar Association Labor and Employment Law Section, and the Academy of Florida Trial Lawyers. He is also a member of the Broward County Hispanic Bar Association. Mr. Fazio has lectured and published articles on employment law issues in Florida, and has served on the Florida Advisory Committee for the United States Commission on Civil Rights (1998-2000).

Jose Javier Rodriquez joined Kelley / Uustal after earning his law degree from Harvard Law School and working with Florida Legal Services, a nonprofit organization that provides legal assistance to the underserved. Attorney Rodriguez has served as an adjunct professor at Florida International University’s College of Law. Today, he focuses his practice on the areas of complex litigation, business and commercial law, dangerous products, and personal injury.

Jordan H. Lande, Esq. is an associate attorney at The Law Offices of Kanner & Pintaluga.  Jordan’s legal experience includes Plaintiff’s Personal Injury Matters, and Civil Litigation. Jordan graduated from the University of Central Florida in Orlando, Florida with a Bachelors of Science Degree in Criminal Justice. Upon graduation, Jordan worked in a few different practice areas before attending Nova Southeastern University, Shepard Broad School of Law, where he obtained his Juris Doctor.

Jordan A. Shaw is a partner at Zebersky Payne Shaw Lewenz, LLP. He is Chair of the firm’s Consumer Litigation Practice Group and Co-Chair of the firm’s Commercial Litigation Practice Group. Jordan represents individuals and businesses in complex commercial litigation, consumer litigation, and class action litigation matters. He has substantial experience litigating partnership disputes, corporate dissolutions, derivative actions, contract disputes, securities fraud cases, and other complex business matters. In addition, as Chair of the firm’s Consumer Litigation Practice Group, Mr. Shaw handles matters involving state and federal consumer protection laws, deceptive trade practices, illegal fees, balance billing, consumer debt collection, and financial services. Jordan is consistently certified as class counsel by state and federal courts and is regularly lead counsel in trials and evidentiary hearings across the State of Florida.. Mr. Shaw serves on the University of Miami Law Alumni Association Board of Directors, and has lectured at the University of Miami School of Law and various continuing legal education seminars. He has been recognized as a Super Lawyers Rising Star from 2016-2021 and his cases have been featured in publications such as the Daily Business Review, Law 360, Local 10 News, Channel 7 News, CBS Miami, NBC 4 New York, The Miami Herald, The Transportation Lawyer, Courtroom View Network, and The Real Deal.. Prior to joining Zebersky Payne Shaw Lewenz, LLP, Jordan A. Shaw, Esq. was the Managing Partner and co-founder of the South Florida business and trial firm, Shaw Lewenz, LLC, and completed two judicial externships in the United States District Court for the Southern District of Florida; one with Federal Magistrate, Alicia M. Otazo Reyes, and another with the Honorable James Lawrence King. Mr. Shaw is an alumnus of The University of Miami School of Law, where he graduated Magna Cum Laude and received membership to the Order of the Coif, a national honor given only to those “who have demonstrated the highest academic achievement.”

Jonathon Gdanski is a trial attorney at Schlesinger Law Offices, P.A. While working at the firm, he has handled over 1250 claims, where he recovered over $10 million. His other victories include securing a $75 million verdict against four major tobacco companies in the United States, which he did with his colleagues. He also working on notable class actions such as the suit against Toyota Motor Sales. Attorney Gdanski earned two bachelor’s degrees – one from Yeshiva University and the other from Genesis Jerusalem Institute. He went on to Yeshiva University Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law, where he earned his Juris Doctor. To learn how he can help your case, call today for a free consultation.