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We have 2 boys, ages 21 and 23, so my “spare time” is spent with them to the extent they have time for the parents. Otherwise, I like to hike and anything water-related (swimming, boating, etc) and as the “Voice of the Highlanders” – public address announcer for our local high school baseball and football teams.

There is simply no substitute in the legal profession for experience and knowledge.  Scott K. Spivack brings over 25 years of legal experience to each client’s case.  Past President of the Polk County Criminal Defense Lawyers Association from 2004-2006, Mr. Spivack maintains a Martindale-Hubbell rating of “BV”, indicating high to very high legal ability and very high ethical standards as established by confidential opinions from members of the Bar.  Mr. Spivack concentrates his law practice in the areas of family law, criminal defense, eminent domain and civil/business litigation.. Mr. Spivack has extensive courtroom experience, having tried hundreds of cases before juries and judges throughout the State of Florida.  This experience has led to Mr. Spivack’s appearance as a commentator on Court TV.  Combining his experience in the courtroom with formidable negotiation skills, Mr. Spivack has always believed that the most effective way to represent his clients is through aggressive, zealous and proactive representation.  The wide range of cases Mr. Spivack has tried include:. Mr. Spivack graduated with a B.A. in History from Lehigh University in 1986, and a J.D. from the University of Miami School of Law in 1989. During law school, Mr. Spivack was awarded the American Jurisprudence Award, representing excellence in the study of Jurisprudence.  Concerned with matters of legal ethics and professionalism, Mr. Spivack has obtained the level of Master in the Willson American Inn of Court, a group of 65-70 lawyers in Polk County who give back to the legal community by teaching the professional and ethical practice of law to less experienced lawyers.. Mr. Spivack and his wife, LaDella, are longtime residents of Lakeland.

In 1998, Edward T. Mason began his legal career with the firm after graduating from the Florida State University School of Law. While initially involved in representing injured workers in Workers' Compensation proceedings, Mr. Mason has primarily focused on representing individuals in Social Security proceedings since March of 2000. Within the Social Security practice, he has appeared before the administrative law judges and handled appeals before the Appeals Council as well.. In addition to his active practice, Mr. Mason is involved in his church and community. He resides in Lakeland with his wife and two daughters.

Clara Delgado Rossell devotes her practice primarily to estate planning, probate administration, asset protection, and tax law. She counsels clients on transferring family businesses and other assets through tax-advantaged planning and is very knowledgeable in charitable and legacy planning.

Brian Monk is a former prosecutor with nearly fifty (50) jury trials to his credit.  Brian received a Certificate in Family Law from the University of Florida College of Law and was named a Fellow of the UF Law Center on Children and Families.  Brian also received a Specialist degree in mental health counseling from the University of Florida.  Brian utilizes this unique background in his practice of marital and family law as well as in his handling of criminal defense and personal injury matters.