Top best Business Lawyers in Orlando near me

Building and running a successful business can be one of the most rewarding endeavors one can choose to undertake. However, today’s legal and regulatory climate can present serious challenges that can impair or even derail an otherwise prosperous enterprise. With so many instances of employees accusing employers of discrimination and wage and hour violations, rival businesses unfairly competing with one another, consumers and regulators complaining of deceptive advertising and trade practices, and even business owners feuding amongst themselves, it is no longer enough to rely on business acumen and common sense to protect a business from exposure to legal liability.. Michael Semanie dedicates his practice to helping businesses and entrepreneurs navigate through this increasingly litigious and complex modern business landscape. With a focus on delivering solutions tailored to meet his clients’ business objectives, Michael advises and zealously advocates on behalf of businesses facing issues related to advertising compliance, competition amongst businesses, consumer protection claims, corporate governance matters, and a variety of employment law issues. Prior to beginning his legal practice, Michael spent several years in the marketing and advertising industry and he regularly utilizes that business experience to develop creative and cost-effective solutions to his clients’ legal challenges.. Michael is experienced in litigating a broad range of legal issues and is admitted to practice in all Federal and State Courts in Florida. In addition to prosecuting and defending lawsuits, Michael frequently represents his clients in arbitration and mediation, as well as in informal business negotiations.. After earning a Bachelor of Arts degree concentrating in Economics and Psychology from the University of South Florida, Michael earned a Master of Business Administration degree from Stetson University School of Business Administration, where he was inducted as a lifetime member of the Beta Gamma Sigma International Business Honors Society. Michael earned his Juris Doctor degree with honors from Stetson University College of Law, where he served as an In-House Counsel Intern for the Home Shopping Network, Inc. (NASDAQ: HSNI), was recognized with a Certificate of Leadership, and was inducted as a lifetime member in the Phi Delta Phi International Legal Fraternity.. Born in suburban Detroit, Michael grew up on the West Coast of Florida. In his spare time, Michael enjoys fishing, various shooting sports, enjoying the outdoors, and reading about military history and strategy.

Attorney Charles (Chad) R. Walker, Jr., is a partner at Regan Atwood P.A. Chad handles construction, business, and real estate litigation in the Regan Atwood offices in Orlando, Florida, and Jacksonville, Florida.. Chad has practiced law in Florida since 2001, and is Florida Bar Board Certified in construction law.. Chad has served as lead counsel in multimillion-dollar legal disputes for Florida, regional and national clients in complex construction, commercial and real estate disputes in state and federal courts and in arbitration.. Chad works primarily on construction cases for national, regional and local general contractors, site work contractors, multi-family builders, and trade subcontractors (electrical, plumbing, roofer, etc.), as well as condominium associations and developers.

At Sawyer & Sawyer, P.A., we pride ourselves on being a family-oriented firm. Carolyn Sawyer, Esq. and her husband, Dr. Thomas Sawyer, Esq., established the firm in 1994. In 1998, they were joined by their daughter, Cary Moss, Esq., and later by Cary's husband, Thomas Moss. Today, the firm has grown to include four attorneys and thirteen staff members.. Our Philosophy. Every member of the Sawyer & Sawyer, P.A. team is treated like family, and that philosophy is extended to our clients, as well. We aim to focus on the individual client and his or her goals. By listening to your individual circumstances, we develop personalized plans to help you and your family plan for life's contingencies. We make an effort to get to know each client's uniquely personal circumstances in order to develop the best plan for you.. Our Goal. Our goal is to assist you in navigating life's important transitions, whether that be by assisting you or a loved one in planning for long term care or to receive Medicaid assistance with Nursing Home care, or developing a comprehensive estate plan that will meet your family's needs in the event of unplanned death or illness. Our attorneys and staff specialize in Medicaid Planning, Guardianship, Probate, and Estate Plannning.

Asima M. Azam heads the community association law practice group, providing comprehensive legal assistance to over 100 condominiums, homeowners associations and planned communities in Orlando, Tampa and Jacksonville.  Ms. Azam provides counsel to her clients on a full range of matters including interpreting governing documents and applicable law, enforcing covenants and rules, collecting delinquent assessments, reviewing and drafting contracts and leases, drafting rules and regulations and amending governing documents. Her understanding of the unique needs of each community association she represents enables her to effectively and promptly solve problems and provide preventative counseling to her clients. In addition, Ms. Azam provides assistance to developers in the formation and set up of new condominiums and planned communities, drafting covenants and restrictions and preparing filings for the Division of Florida Condominiums, Timeshares and Mobile Homes.. Ms. Azam frequently provides seminars to various community management organizations on topics including assessment collection, covenant enforcement and legislation affecting community associations, and in 2012 was certified by the Division of Florida Condominiums as a condominium education provider.. Ms. Azam is also very active in the Central Florida business and civic community. Since 2003 she has been a dedicated member of the Rotary Club of Orlando Breakfast, and in 2009 served as the Club’s youngest President.  In 2004, she was appointed by Orange County Mayor Richard Crotty to serve on the Board of Zoning Adjustment and was elected Vice Chairman of the Board in 2007 and 2008. In 2005, she was also appointed by Commissioner Linda Stewart’s to the Orange County Citizens Commission for Children. Finally, Ms. Azam is also a graduate of the Orlando Regional Chamber’s Political Leadership Institute, Class of 2008.  In 2011, 2012 and 2013 Ms. Azam was honored by SuperLawyers with their Rising Star designation.

Abdelrahman Zeini primarily focuses his practice in the areas of Real Estate, Corporate Law, and Chapter 7 Consumer Bankruptcy Law. Mr. Zeini's practice emphasizes representation of business organizations and professionals. His focus is to provide his clients with prompt and practical advice on a cost-effective basis so as to facilitate their business interests and resolve problems at an early stage. Mr. Zeini is also a Realtor and a Licensed Real Estate Broker for our sister company Triple Z Realty, LLC.

A senior associate with NeJame Law, P.A.,  Kirsten Blum focuses her practice in complex business litigation at the federal and state court levels. Ms. Blum has successfully represented companies in industries such as banking, waste management, food services, building construction, and government contracting, in connection with various business disputes and employment claims.  Ms. Blum has also expertly represented the interests of businesses in matters relating to bid protests, administrative actions, contract negotiation, and internal business investigations.. In addition to her vast civil experience, Kirsten Blum has an extensive background in defending businesses and business executives in white collars crimes, including bribery and fraud cases, as well as criminal investigations by the United States Department of Justice.. Ms. Blum has a proven success in performing jury and non-jury trials, and is a skilled and effective litigation strategist.. Education. Awards and Recognition. Courts of Admission