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Jeffrey R. Garvin is a Board Certified Civil Trial Lawyer who haslitigated catastrophic injury and death cases throughout the countryfor over 30 years. During that time period he has tried before juries:cases involving aviation, automobile and boat accidents, medical andlegal malpractice and defective products and has achieved multipleverdicts in excess of $1 Million. Mr. Garvin has been a member of theMillion Dollar Advocates Forum® since 2004.. Beginning in law school Mr. Garvindemonstrated excellence in advocacy by receiving the Best Trial LawyerAward. That tradition has continued throughout his career and in 2005he was selected by his peers for inclusion in The Best Lawyers inAmerica ® in which he has been listed in each successive year. He isalso listed in Law and Leading Attorneys and selected for inclusion inFlorida Super Lawyers ® continuously since 2006. Additionally, Mr.Garvin has achieved an AV® peer review rating from theMartindale-Hubbell group; this is their highest possible rating.. Mr. Garvin is the President-Elect of the Florida Chapter of theAmerican Board of Trial Advocates, a past president of the Calusa Innsof Court, Past President of the Edison Community College EndowmentCorporation, and Past President of the Sanibel-Captive Rotary TrustFund. He has served on the Board of Directors of the Academy of FloridaTrial lawyers for 14 years chairing virtually all of their . Garvin has lectured extensively to numerous legal associationsincluding the Academy of Florida Trial Lawyers, the Association ofTrial Lawyers of America, the Georgia and South Carolina and MaineTrial Lawyers Associations. He has published numerous articles and wasa co-author of Trial Advocacy: The Official Handbook of the Academy ofFlorida Trial Lawyer.. A 1973 graduate of the University of Florida, College of Law, Mr.Garvin is licensed to practice law in Florida, and North Carolina, andhas been admitted to numerous Federal Courts and various state courtsthroughout the country.. Mr. Garvin has been a pilot since 1975 and holds both single engine,multi-engine, and instrument ratings and his hobbies include flying,fishing and skiing. He has been married to his wife, Susan since 1975and they have two children, Leland with whom he practices law and Darylwho teaches school in Fort Myers.

Jason Gunter was born in Texas and raised in Southwest Florida.  Before going to law school, Jason was a Firefighter for the City of Cape Coral Florida and a member of the Local 2424.. Jason attended law school at Nova Southeastern where he graduated Magna Cum Laude, 3/246 in his class.  Jason was also on the Editorial Board of the Nova Law Review. Jason Gunter if President of GUNTERFIRM, a modern speciality law firm located in the heart of the Entertainment District, Downtown Fort Myers, immediately next to Starbucks.. We represent individuals and companies in Labor and Employment Law and Business Law. We assist and represent our Employment clients and Business clients in various matters including advice, drafting of legal documents, investigations and audits, and litigation through jury trial and appeal.. We also handle serious personal injury cases and medical malpractice. Our personal injury clients come to us because of our knowledge, our prompt attention to their case, and aggressive representation.   Although we are a boutique specialty firm, we have the financial resources to litigate against an adversary of any size. Most of all, personal injury and medical malpractice clients come to us because of our reputation and documented case results, many of which are in the millions.  These can be found on our website.. Jason has several passions. Most recently, he enjoys mentoring and training young lawyers on the practice of law and how to be successful as a lawyer and an entrepreneur. Jason also enjoys racing in triathlons.  He has competed in 5 full Ironman's, including the legendary Ironman Kona Hawaii twice. His Ironman racing has been featured on national television and numerous magazines.. You can learn moore about Jason and the rest of GUNTERFIRM  by visiting our website at .  You can also email Jason directly at 24 hrs a day/7 days a week.

James Michael (Jim) Scarmozzino was born in Garden City, New York. He graduated from Holy Trinity Diocesan High School and attended the State University of New York at Stony Brook. He earned his juris doctorate at the University of Dayton School of Law. While in law school, Jim earned a seat on the National Moot Court Team and competed nationally. Jim is licensed to practice law in both Florida and New York. He is admitted to practice before the Supreme Court of the United States, United States District Court for the Eastern District of New York and the United Stated District Court for the Middle District of Florida.As a Prosecutor for the District Attorney in Suffolk County, New York, Mr. Scarmozzino tried over 50 misdemeanor and felony criminal trials between 1984 and 1993. He also tried over 10 murder cases as a Prosecutor in the Homicide Bureau. Upon leaving the District Attorney’s Office, Mr. Scarmozzino was employed at the law firm of Weg & Myers, P.C., in Manhattan, New York, as a civil trial attorney.Jim is an avid runner and has successfully completed three marathons, including the New York City Marathon. He also devotes his time to children’s organizations, including Big Brothers and Big Sisters of Southwest Florida where he is a Past President.Today, Mr. Scarmozzino concentrates on personal injury and criminal law litigation. His memberships include: The Association of Trial Lawyers of America, The Academy of Florida Trial Lawyers, Southwest Florida Trial Lawyers Association, American Board of Trial Advocates, Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, and The Lee County Bar Association. Jim is Past President of FLABOTA, a prestigious trial lawyers organization

In May 2013, I will be serving the citizens of Lee County as legal counsel for the Lee County Tax Collector's Office.  Prior to this appointment, I was admitted to the Middle District of Florida in 2005 which allows me to handle federal cases.

I was born and raised in the Bronx, New York.  I have been living in Florida since 1985 and have been residing in Lee County since 1996.  I am married to Amy Hawthorne and we have a daughter named Cassandra who recently graduated from the University of Central Florida.. I believe in using a personal approach in my practice.  When you hire me, you get me.  I am the lawyer you will deal with.  You will not be handed off to a paralegal.. I believe in using a compassionate approach to the practice of Family and Criminal Law, with a little Bronx toughness thrown in when needed.  Put my experience to work for you.

I was born and raised in Florida.  I find great reward in spending time with family and enjoying the world and beauty God has created.  Outdoor pursuits like hiking, camping and fishing are good ways to enjoy both family and the outdoors for me.. My profession has taught me that those with disabilities and their caregivers provide lessons in love, patience and duty that each of us need to recognize and practice.

I provide clients with valuable, results driven advice and zealous representation, handling varied and complex business disputes, commercial matters and bankruptcy and non-bankruptcy litigation and appellate matters. I am experienced in multi-jurisdictional asset recovery and judgment enforcement both in the US and across non US jurisdictions. During my almost two decades of practice, I have litigated regularly in federal, bankruptcy, appellate and state courts across the country, representing investors, companies, bankruptcy trustees, institutions, and individuals. I have prosecuted cross-border arbitral and judgment enforcement actions, fraudulent transfer actions, commercial business disputes, complex real estate litigation, fraud claims, bankruptcy avoidance, recovery, dischargeability and discharge actions and many other types of cases. Many of my cases have involved novel and complex legal issues and theories, complicated factual circumstances, difficult procedural, evidentiary and discovery issues and jurisdictional and cross-border conflicts.

I have dedicated my practice to assisting families going through a divorce or separation or resolving custody issues.  I am Board Certified in Marital and Family law .   I handle every aspect of a divorce, whether it be developing a parenting plan, assisting in valuing and dividing a closely held business, distributing a pension or retirement benefit, or dividing a home.  In addition,  I strive to resolve all issues involving alimony and child support. In addition, I handle paternity cases to assist in the development of an appropriate parenting plan.

I have called Fort Myers my home since 1968 and truly love this community.  I graduated from Cypress Lake High School in Fort Myers; obtained undergraduate degrees from Edison Community College (now Florida Southwestern State University) and Stetson University and then graduated from the University of Florida College of Law.  I am the proud father of two amazing daughters.  Outside of the office, I enjoy sports (particularly all things "Gator"), fitness, reading, shooting and supporting our United States military.  I am an active member of and deeply devoted to my faith.  I truly enjoy practing law and have successfully litigated cases on behalf of my clients at all levels in the State and Federal Courts from the trial courts to far-reaching important appellate decisions in the District Appellate Courts and the Supreme Court of Florida.  I look forward to assisting you with your every legal need, issue and matter.

I have been married since 1981 to my bride Deanna. We have one son who will graduate the University of Florida law school in May 2010. I am an avid, I didn't say good, golfer.

I have been in Southwest Florida for 27 years. I am a former Assistant State’s Attorney that achieved the rank of chief homicide arson prosecutor.  As a prosecutor, I successfully prosecuted thousands of cases.  I have been the supervising attorney on many DEA task force drug trafficking investigations.  I was lead attorney in hundreds of complex wiretap and racketeering investigations supervising law enforcement’s compliance with capture and minimization of targeted conversations.  I worked closely with DEA task force officers in writing search warrant affidavits and their subsequent execution.  As a prosecutor, I have worked with both the FBI and the Secret Service.. I received specialized training in crime scene investigations and the introduction of evidence at trial. My trial experience is extensive. I have been the lead trial attorney in over 100 criminal jury trials.  Those include homicide, manslaughter, sexual battery, racketeering, conspiracy, firearms, drug trafficking, drug sales and possessions, counterfeiting, theft and DUI. I am admitted to practice in all Florida State courts. I am also admitted to the U.S. Federal Court in the middle district Florida.

I came from a family of doctors. My grandfather was an OB-GYN, my father was an OB-GYN and my brother is a pediatric radiologist. My father was a rare breed of doctor who made house calls and cared deeply about his patient's welfare and instilled in me compassion for my fellow man. Although I began my college career as a pre-med major, I found that I was more interested in logic courses and philosophy. I graduated from Jacksonville University in Jacksonville, Florida with a major in philosophy and went to law school at Cumberland School of Law of Samford University in Birmingham, Alabama. I received my JD degree in 1972.. While studying for the Florida Bar, I learned of a job opportunity in Fort Myers, Florida in the State Attorney's Office as a prosecutor. I interviewed and was hired in 1972 by Joseph D'Alessandro, who was the State Attorney at that time. He immediately placed me in the Felony Division and in a year and a half I tried 34 felony trials ranging from drug possession to murder. I was recruited by a personal injury law firm and hired in 1974 to try personal injury cases.. My family background in medicine and values that were imparted to me by my family proved a successful combination for handling personal injury cases. I am a very passionate person and that characteristic carries over to my representation of personal injury clients.. In 1985, I became certified by the Florida Bar in civil trial practice after having tried a requisite number of jury trials and passing a very rigorous examination given by the Florida Bar. I have also received my certification by the National Board of Trial Advocacy and am proud of those accomplishments as board certified lawyers are in the minority.. I have tried cases ranging from whiplash to multi-million dollar catastrophic injury cases. Regardless of the size of the case, I represent each client with the requisite passion and vigor that is necessary for a successful resolution of the case. I have always maintained that the focus of a personal injury lawyer should be the client's bottom line. If one focuses on the client's bottom line in most instances you will have a happy client at the end of the case and a successful practice.. I take great pleasure in resolving a personal injury case that nets my client a recovery that adequately compensates them for their pain, suffering, disability and loss of enjoyment of life.. I am a member of the North Fort Myers Rotary Club and am a former Rotarian of the Year. I believe in supporting the community in as many ways as possible. Every year, during the holiday season, my firm sponsors a pajama drive obtaining pajama donations for homeless and indigent families who are unable to afford pajamas for their children during the winter season. In past years we have obtained donations from 800 to over 1000 pairs of pajamas that we were able to disseminate into the community through charitable networks. I get a tremendous amount of satisfaction from this endeavor in addition to serving my local Rotary Club and adhering to their motto of placing "service above self."

I am certified by the Florida Supreme Court as a Circuit and County Court Mediator. I was Chairman of the Board of Directors of Big Brothers/Big Sisters of Lee County in 1979, was on the Board of Directors for the Fort Myers Police Athletic League from 1989 to 2000, was Chairman of the Board of PFRA Charities from 2001 to 2008, a member of the Advisory Board of Hillmyer-Tremont Student Athlete Foundation since 1997, and a member of the Advisory Board of the Drive Fore Hope Foundation from 2006 to 2008. I was a member of the Lee County Citizens Dispute Settlement Program (1980-1981), and is currently Master of the Bench for the Calusa American Inn of Court, having held all offices in the Inn of Court, including President (2001-2002). IU I am currently on the Grievance Committee for the Fort Myers Division of the U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Florida (2009 to 2012 term). I have been named one of Florida’s “Super Lawyers” annually since 2006. I was selected for inclusion in the 19th edition of The Best Lawyers in America 2013, published by Woodward/White. I have received this distinction for consecutive years.  I am currently the Managing Partner for our firm.

I am Board Certified in Criminal Trial Law. That means I have been recognized by the Florida Bar as an expert in Criminal Trial practice. Before opening my own practice, the Law Office of Spencer Cordell, P.A., I worked for Brown, Suarez, & Rios, the largest criminal defense firm in SW Fla. Before I was a defense attorney, I worked as a prosecutor at the State Attorney's Office for the 20th Judicial Circuit.. I practice not only Criminal Defense, but also Appeals, Personal Injury, and traffic. I handle all types of Criminal cases, and have extensive experience handling DUI cases. Here's a link to an article I wrote on my blog about changes in Florida DUI laws:. Here's the link to a recent media story on a case I handled, including some courtroom footage. The case was overturned on appeal based on my motion to dismiss under Florida's 'Castle Doctrine' portion of the Stand Your Ground Law.  The court ordered a rehearing on the motion, which we won, and my client was exonerated of the charges.  He walked out of jail on a 10 year sentence!. ?S=12808115. Here's a story that I commented on regarding Florida's expanding DNA sampling:

I am a personal injury attorney at The Nunez Law Firm in Fort Myers. My dedicated and fearless advocacy focuses on those seriously injured and their families due to auto, truck, motorcycle, boating accidents, and slip and falls. Together we will navigate through the justice system to obtain fair and reasonable compensation for you and your loved ones.. I earned my Bachelor of Arts in Political Science with a minor in Philosophy from Loyola University Chicago, graduating magna cum laude. I then earned my joint Juris Doctorate and Master of Science in Forensic Science degrees from Syracuse University, graduating cum laude.. In law school, I was a Dean’s Scholar and a member of the Travis H.D. Lewin Advocacy Honor Society’s Moot Court and Mock Trial competition teams, Syracuse Law Review, Syracuse Public Interest Network (SPIN), Phi Alpha Delta, Forensic Science Honor Society, and Criminal Law Society. I also served as a student attorney in the Criminal Defense Clinic.. In addition to my legal studies and advocacy skills, I completed 671 Pro Bono hours, the third most in my graduating class.. Further, I completed clerkships at the Federal Public Defender for the Northern District of New York, Public Defender Service for the District of Columbia.. Before The Nunez Law Firm, I served as a law clerk at the Office of the Public Defender for the 20th Judicial Circuit and as an advocate in the Low Income Taxpayer Clinic of Florida Rural Legal Services. While clerking for DJ & JA Cirando, PLLC, I drafted numerous criminal appellate briefs before all state and federal appellate courts in New York.. Most recently, I worked at Roberts, Reynolds, Bedard, & Tuzzio, PLLC, where I provided civil litigation support with the firm's caseload in defending claims including: personal injury, premises liability, product defects, wrongful death, construction defect, land use and zoning, fire and gas explosion, governmental and municipal liability, dram shop, and general negligence.

I am a Past President of the North Fort Myers Rotary Club, Co-Founder and past Club Director of USA South Volleyball Club of Naples/Fort Myers, general counsel for USA Volleyball – Florida Region, and a member of the Board of Trustees of the Southwest Florida Symphony. I am also an Adjunct Professor at The University of St. Francis in Graduate Studies in Health Services Administration.. I played professional basketball with Club Olympique Beauvais in France, and was later employed as a Claims Adjuster for Allstate Insurance Company for four years. I am in the Personal Injury Department and his practice emphasizes Personal Injury, Wrongful Death and Insurance Claims litigation as a Partner in the law firm, Goldstein, Buckley, Cechman, Rice & Purtz, P.A. I am a Board Certified as a Civil Trial Attorney by the Florida Bar, having completed over fifty jury trials. I've served on the Board of Directors of the Academy of Florida Trial Lawyers from 1999-2005, now known as the Florida Justice Association. I am a member of the American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA) and helped to organize and served as the first President of the Southwest Florida Trial Lawyers Association. I am designated as an “AV” rated Civil Trial Attorney by the rating service Martindale-Hubbell and have been listed as one of Florida’s “Super Lawyers.”

I am a long-term resident of Southwest Florida, and received my undergraduate degree from St. Joseph’s College in Maine, and my law degree from Stetson University, College of Law in Gulfport, Florida. Since 2008, I have practiced family law. My approach to family law matters is to zealously represent my  clients but still maintain respect and dignity for the parents and children after the case is completed.

I am a graduate of the Ivy League University of Pennsylvania and Stetson University College of Law. My work background includes being an Assistant Public Defender in Polk County doing both trial and appellate work, and then I spent almost 11 years as an Assistant State Attorney in Lee County prosecuting juvenile, misdemeanor, and felony cases. These two positions gave me great introspect when I went into private practice. I am better able to assist my clients because I have been on both sides of the legal system.. At some time in our lives, we all have a need to hire an attorney to represent us in some legal matter. I can help you navigate through the legal maze and will represent you with knowledge, dedication, and compassion. Every client is treated with the respect they deserve. Your phone calls will be returned, and you will always be apprised of the status of your case. I can accomodate you on the weekend when you can't get away from work.

I am a criminal defense attorney with over 20 years of fighting for my clients. Nothing gets in the middle of me and my client. I am not a lawyer who bluffs. This is not a game. Your life is at stake, and I take it seriously. Contact my office today for a free consultation.

Growing up in Fort Myers, Ryan has intimate knowledge of the area and community. He knows how to navigate a courtroom as well as he knows how to navigate the local waters. Ryan will move anything standing in the way of his clients – as he well should. His family spans three generations of Fort Myers natives, boasting the largest structural moving company in Florida. Discreet and tactful, his clients trust him with anything and his loyalty is absolute. Ryan knows how you feel once you are released from jail and harnesses this feeling as he leads his clients through the alligator pit that is our criminal justice system.

Gordon R. Duncan, born in Jacksonville, Florida, January 19, 1953. Admitted to the Florida Bar 1978; to the United States District Courts for the Southern and Middle Districts of Florida.  Education: University of Florida (B.A., 1975); Stetson University (Juris Doctor, 1978).  Member: Lee County Bar Association; Florida Bar Association.  Rated –“AV” (highest possible ranking) by Martindale-Hubble Law Directory.

Forty-five years ago, my family started the very first Home Health Agency in SWFL because there was no one to turn to when my father became critically ill. My experience with my dad and with assisting seniors at mom’s agency has made advocating for my elder clientele very personal to me. It is the reason I have specialized in medicaid planning and addressing the specific concerns and needs of seniors enabling them to plan for their family and their future and live secure in the knowledge that their legal and financial needs are being taken care of.. Accredited with the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA)

Diana Dawn graduated from Florida Gulf Coast University in Fort Myers, Florida with a Bachelor of Science degree in Legal Studies Magna Cum Laude in 2009. Throughout her four years at FGCU, she was listed on the Dean’s and President’s List for seven semesters. Diana Dawn was an active member of Phi Eta Sigma, which recognizes high scholastic achievement, from 2005-2009, Phi Alpha Delta Law Fraternity from 2007-2009, and Golden Key International Honor Society, which recognizes leadership, service, and academics. Additionally, she was the president and captain of the competitive and performing FGCU dance team. In 2012, Diana Dawn graduated from Ave Maria School of Law in Naples, Florida. She was an active member from 2009- 2012 in the Women’s Law Association and held an officer’s position within the Association from 2011-2012. She was also involved in the Southern Lawyer’s Association and found a vast interest in human trafficking awareness.Diana Dawn joined Associates and Bruce L. Scheiner, Attorneys for the Injured while attending FGCU in 2007 and continued working through law school. After passing the Florida Bar, she is the newest attorney at the firm. In addition to engaging in trial advocacy during law school, Diana Dawn has prepared for and attended multiple trials under the supervision of Bruce L. Scheiner and Preston Scheiner.

Daniel Garza is an experienced trial lawyer from Miami, FL. After practicing in Miami for 2 years, both as a Public Defender and owning his own practice, he moved to Fort Myers. His aggressive yet sincere style in the courtroom earns great results for his clients. Not one to back down from a challenge, Daniel has cultivated his skill both in and outside of the courtroom into a style of advocacy that is respected by both judges and prosecutors alike, ensuring that clients get the representation they expect.. As a former Assistant Public Defender in Miami, FL and Fort Myers, FL, Daniel has represented hundreds if not thousands of indigent people accused of crimes. Daniel believes everyone deserves a fighting chance but he strives to make that fight fair and that chance a reality. Daniel understands the importance of having a friend when needed and a lawyer when necessary and prides himself on providing the best possible representation to clients.

Conor is a Labor and Employment law attorney in Fort Myers, Florida. He has been admitted to the Florida Bar since October 2014, and has solely practiced labor and employment law during that time. This has allowed him to gain great experience in representing employees and employers in a broad array of employment law matters. These cases range from wage and hour (overtime and minimum wage), non-compete litigation, discrimination (race, age, gender, pregnancy, religion, etc.), wrongful termination, consultation and advice, contract drafting, and many others.. Gunterfirm is located in downtown Fort Myers. The firm handles employment law and personal injury cases. You can learn more about the firm by visiting our website: .. Conor is originally from Pennsylvania, and moved to the Gulf Coast of Florida in 2014. While he was in law school in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, he worked in management for a startup chocolate company which taught him how to effectively manage a small business, but also how to handle many adverse situations. Since moving to Southwest Florida, Conor has developed several passions including volunteering for several organizations in Southwest Florida, and paddle boarding.. Feel free to email Conor anytime directly at