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Sekou Clarke was born in St. Andrew, Jamaica, where his discipline and athletic ability earned him a full athletic scholarship to the University of Florida (UF). While at UF he was Team Captain, ten-time All-American and helped the Gators to two national titles in Track and Field. Sekou graduated with a B.S. in Tourism and Hospitality Management and earned All SEC and Academic Honor Roll Honors.. After graduating from UF he competed professionally and represented Jamaica internationally competing in over 15 countries worldwide. During this time, he earned his MBA in Marketing from St. Leo University.. Sekou was urged and inspired at an early age to be an attorney by his close life long mentor, the Honorable Patrick Robinson, Judge of the International Court of Justice in The Hague, Netherlands. After retiring from competition, Sekou followed his dream to be an advocate for people with a voice that needed to be heard and rights that needed to be protected. He pursued his Juris Doctor from Florida Coastal School of Law and became a licensed Florida attorney.. Sekou’s experience with working with immigrants, the injured and traveling the world developed his passion for representation and honed a keen sense for litigation. The discipline and patience from Sekou’s sports background is evident in his zealous approach to fighting for his clients and his unyielding dedication in ensuring that his clients are adequately heard and compensated.

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Scott R. Rost is a Florida Bar Board Certified Business Litigation attorney, with over 25 years experience helping clients with business and property issues in Florida. His broad practice includes state and federal court litigation in all types of commercial, real estate and corporate disputes, as well as business and property transactions including residential and commercial real estate. Mr. Rost focuses on his clients' practical needs and strives to generate efficient, cost-effective benefits for business people who have choices among lawyers and who understand their own business needs.

Sasha Watson is Chair of the Immigration Practice Group at HAWM Law, PLLC. In this capacity, Ms. Watson concentrates on assisting individuals and organizations with all aspects of the immigration process. As an immigrant, Sasha has gone through almost all stages of US immigration from non-immigrant visas through naturalization and can relate to immigrants and their families in a unique and intimately familiar way. Moreover, she has been admitted as a testifying expert on behalf of the Florida Bar on immigration related issues. As an immigration attorney, Ms. Watson has consulted on international immigration reform projects on behalf of international countries evaluating and reforming their own immigration policies. Additionally, she handles matters involving business litigation, auto accidents and catastrophic personal injury on behalf of individuals throughout the State of Florida. Ms. Watson also serves as a legal and business consultant throughout the Caribbean. She has consulted on various consultancies funded by the World Bank, Inter-American Development Bank, Canadian International Development Agency (CIDA) and the Organization of American States (OAS). Sasha is committed to serving the Florida community and routinely handles pro bono matters for individuals and families that would otherwise not be able to afford legal representation. - See more at: #

SAMPLE PERSONAL INJURY SETTLEMENTS RESULTS:. S.B.  vs. Bravo Supermarkets $1,300, (slip and fall). I.M vs. USAA  $1,000, (Car Accident). Y.A. v.  Fedex $1,900,  (Trucking Accident). A.S. v. Fedex  $675,  (Trucking Accident). R. R.  v. Swift Transporation  $500,000 (Car Accident). T.C.   v.   WPC Construction $350,000 (Car Accident). R.T  v.  UAP  $305,000  (slip and fall). R.F. v. Local Amusment Venue $250,000 (trip and fall). A.L. v. AMC Theatres $235,000 (slip and fall). B. B. v. CVS $205,000 (slip and fall). R. C.  v.   Geico. $125,000 (car accident). S.H.   v.  Hilton Hotels  $110,000 (slip and fall). F.F v.  Hookah Lounge $105,000 (burn). H.J.  v.   Allstate $100,000 (car accident). B.M. v. Geico $100,000 (car accident). Give us a call today for a FREE personal injury case evaluation!

Salvatore “Sal” Picataggio, practices family and business immigration law, assisting and representing clients in family-based immigration (spouse, parent/child, sibling), investments (E-2 Treaty Investor and EB-5 Immigrant Investor), H-1B and E-3 specialty occupations, L-1 and EB-1 multinational executives and managers, EB-1 aliens of extraordinary ability, applications for citizenship and naturalization, and more. He has practiced Immigration law exclusively since 2011 and joined Colombo and Hurd in 2019.. Sal also practices heavily in the EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program, where he assists with investor petitions and applications for permanent residency, Regional Center Applications, Regional Center Amendments, and EB-5 project infrastructure, compliance, and best practices. Sal is the Top Contributor and an “EB-5 Verified” Attorney on .. Sal is a member of the Florida Bar, the Orange County Bar Association and its Immigration and Naturalization Committee, Invest in USA, the Global Council of the Orlando Regional Realtor Association, and the Central Florida Chapter of the American Immigration Lawyers Association.. Sal participates with and gives presentations to international chambers and business groups such as the Brazilian American Chamber of Commerce, British American Chamber of Commerce, Orlando Regional Realtor Association and Global Council, World Trade Center Orlando, and more.. Sal graduated from the University of Florida Levin College of Law in May, 2011. Sal’s studies included a diverse array of topics including intellectual property law, government law, and land use and environmental law. Sal returned to the University of Florida as co-adjunct professor of Business Immigration Spring of 2017.. At his time at the Levin College of Law, Sal was a member of the John Marshall Bar Association General Board as Director of Technology and Director of Public Relations. He was the Event Coordinator and a Student Ambassador for the Introduction to Law School and the Profession program. He was also the Vice President, Live Music Showcase Coordinator, and performer for the Music Law Conference.. Sal graduated Summa Cum Laude from the University of Florida in 2008, where he majored in Public Relations and minored in Business Administration. He was a member of the Public Relations Student Society of America and the drummer for the University of Florida Jazz Band.. Education. Juris Doctor – University of Florida Levin College of Law. Bachelor’s Degree (Public Relations) – University of Florida. Bar Memberships. State of Florida. Professional Organizations. Florida Bar. Orange County Bar Association Immigration and Naturalization Committee. American Immigration Lawyers Association Central Florida Chapter. Invest in USA. Orlando Regional Realtor Association Global Council. Central Florida Brazilian American Chamber of Commerce. British American Chamber of Commerce Orlando. Central Florida Brazilian American Chamber of Commerce

Salim Punjani was born in Chicago, Illinois. He lived with his family in the Chicago suburbs, where his father owned a pizza restaurant. When Salim was 12, his family moved to Atlanta, Georgia. His father continued to pursue local business ownership and operation by buying convenience stores in Atlanta. His mother volunteered her time for community events and causes. Salim has one sister, who now works as a fifth grade teacher in South Carolina.

S.I. “Sandy” Valbh brings a dual background in law and accounting to his practice at Bogin, Munns & Munns, where he advises clients across Orlando, Clermont, Kissimmee, Melbourne, and Orange City on business formation, real estate transactions, tax matters, and estate planning. A former accountant and lifelong entrepreneur, Sandy understands the legal and financial challenges business owners face and leverages that insight to deliver clear, strategic guidance. He holds a B.S. in Finance and Accounting from Florida State University (1994), a J.D. from Drake University (cum laude, 1997), and an LL.M. in Taxation from Georgetown University Law Center (cum laude, 1998). Sandy is admitted to practice in Florida and before the U.S. Tax Court.

Ryan LaBar attended the University of Florida where he double majored and received degrees in Psychology and Economics.. Following undergraduate work, he attended the University of Florida Law School, where earned his law degree.

Ryan Rudd was born and raised in Florida. He received an Athletic Scholarship from Stetson University where he obtained a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration with minors in Business Law and Sports Administration. After graduating from Stetson, he was given an Academic Scholarship to attend Barry University School of Law.. Upon graduating from law school Mr. Rudd worked for a reputable insurance defense firm. This experience enabled Mr. Rudd to better prepare and litigate cases as a Plaintiff attorney.. Prior to joining Morgan and Morgan, Mr. Rudd was a partner with a personal injury firm in Orlando for the last 10 years. During that time he handled thousands of cases and obtained multimillion dollar verdicts for his client’s.. Mr. Rudd is honored to have been able to help others seek justice in their time of need and is ready to help you.

Rusten C. Hurd is an AV Rated Orlando immigration attorney and founding partner at the law firm of Colombo & Hurd, PL. In over sixteen years of legal practice, Mr. Hurd has garnered experience with a wide variety of immigration matters including investor visas, business immigration, removal litigation, family petitions and naturalization and citizenship matters. As the husband of an immigrant, Mr. Hurd is fully cognizant of the importance of this process to his clients. To visit the Spanish and Portuguese language versions of our website, click  or . Mr. Hurd also has successfully appeared before immigration judges throughout the United States concerning a variety of removal issues.. Mr. Hurd has been awarded an AV rating by the Martindale-Hubbell Law Directory. An AV rating is the highest such rating available to any single lawyer for skill and integrity and the rating is reserved for attorneys designated as outstanding in their field.. Mr. Hurd also devotes a substantial portion of his practice to performing appellate work before appellate courts throughout the state of Florida as well as the Board of Immigration Appeals. Mr. Hurd has had noteable appellate success both with the Board of Immigration Appeals and with Florida Appellate Courts. In addition to his law practice, Mr. Hurd has served as Guardian ad Litem for troubled children and was recognized by the Legal Aid Society of Orange County for his service and contributions.

Romaine Brown is an experienced trial attorney with over 20 years of experience. Ms. Brown is actively involved in all strategy decisions, hearings and trials, and deals on a personal basis with each client.. Ms. Brown is recognized as Rising Star by the prestigious Super Lawyers rating service. She is Lead Council Rated in Family Law and Immigration by LawInfo and has received an outstanding 15 Year Community Service Award from Martindale-Hubbell. Appointments canbe scheduled online at . Atty. Brown practices in Orange County, Seminole County, Brevard County, St. Lucie, Martin and West Palm Beach Counties and handles cases throughout the State of Florida.. Her practice is focused on. Ms. Brown is admitted to practice law in Florida, the U.S. Southern District, Middle District of Florida and Immigration in all 50 States.

Robert Zlatkin is an experienced, and dedicated Criminal Defense and Civil Litigation Attorney. A graduate of the prestigious University of Florida’s Levin College of Law, Robert is a native Floridian with a strong connection to the Central Florida community. He graduated Cum Laude from the University of Central Florida with a Bachelor’s degree in History and made a decision early on to return to Orlando after law school to give back to the community he calls home.. As an Assistant State Attorney for the Ninth Judicial Circuit in Orlando, Robert most recently prosecuted a broad range of cases including D.U.I., battery, robbery, domestic violence, battery, and a myriad of felonies including violations of probation (VOPs). With hundreds of hours of court appearances and successful trials, it was here that Robert honed his litigation skills and developed a keen understanding of the nuances of the law. With his unique perspective of both sides of the criminal justice system, Robert’s clients derive significant benefit from this advantage.. Robert Zlatkin has had a wide range of legal expeirence including federal plaintiff lawsuits under the Telephone Protection Consumer Act (TCPA) and insurance defense, medical malpractice, and personal injury as a summer associate at the respected law firm of Wicker, Smith, Ohara, McCoy and Ford .. A compassionate, skilled and experienced attorney, Robert is a strong and relentless advocate for his clients.. Education. University of Florida Fredrick G. Levin College of Law, Gainesville, FL. Juris Doctor awarded May 2015. University of Central Florida, Orlando, FL. Bachelor of Arts, cum laude: History with minor in Archeology, July, 2012

ROBERT W. ANTHONY, (Member) born Sanford, Florida, September 28, 1955; admitted to bar, 1982, Florida; 1983, U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida; 1984, U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit.Education: Ohio Wesleyan University (B.A., cum laude, 1977); University of Florida (J.D., with high honors, 1982). Order of the Coif; Phi Kappa Phi. Recipient; Joseph J. Gersten Key Award; George W. Milam Award. Member, University of Florida Law Review, 1981-1982.Author: "U.S. Supreme Court Rejects Sale of Business Doctrine," 60 Florida Bar Journal 13, January, 1986; "Constitutional Law: Qualified Right of Access to Criminal Trials Recognized," 33 University of Florida Law Review 272, 1981; "Protection for Attorney Solicitation Slow in Coming," 33 University of Florida Law Review 698, 1981.Member: Orange County Bar Association.Practice Areas: Commercial Litigation; Real Estate Litigation; Securities Litigation; Residential Real Estate; Commercial Real Estate; Family Law; Resort Timeshares.AV Rated.

Robert D. Rightmyer is Peer Review Rated as AV® Preeminent™, a mark of excellence in Martindale-Hubbell's peer review rating system.. I am an experienced litigator and business lawyer, having honed my skills and practice over the past eighteen years, primarily with two large, well-respected law firms. For the majority of my career, I was associated with the statewide Florida law firm of Cole, Scott & Kissane, P.A., where I was elevated to the status of Partner. Thereafter, I joined the international law firm of Foley & Lardner, LLP where he was Senior Counsel. After the rewarding and invaluable experiences at both firms, I decided to open his own law practice but have now have joined the NeJame Law, P.A. firm.. My practice and experience includes complex commercial litigation, contractual and other business disputes, non-compete and trade secret litigation, professional malpractice matters, business disputes, commercial landlord-tenant disputes and litigation, contract and corporate document preparation, and insurance-related litigation.

Robert Azcano, Esq., a former public defender in the DUI division. Mr. Azcano has defended hundreds of traffic offenses, suspended license and DUI cases throughout the State of Florida, from Dade to Volusia Counties. He has years of experience solely in the DUI field.

Rich Newsome is the senior partner of the Newsome Melton law firm and represents families and individuals who have experienced catastrophic injuries caused by defective products. Rich is passionate about helping his clients and ultimately making products safer as the result of product liability litigation.. After graduating from the University of Florida College Of Law, Rich worked as an Assistant United States Attorney in the Northern and Middle districts of Florida. After leaving the U.S. Attorney’s office Rich worked briefly at a big products defense firm before leaving and becoming a plaintiffs’ attorney.. For more than 20 years, Rich has represented injured people against manufacturers who make defective products. During the past two decades, Rich has won numerous multi-million dollar verdicts and settlements on behalf of his clients, has written countless articles and about product liability, is a regular speaker at trial lawyer conferences and events across the country, and is recognized by members of the Bar as a leading expert in product liability litigation.. Rich has not only advocated for safer products through the civil justice system, he has also spent substantial time helping to protect the justice system in Tallahassee and in Washington D.C. As a Past-President of the Florida Justice Association, a previous member of the Board of Governors of the American Association of Justice and a current member of the Executive Committee of the National Trial Lawyers, Rich has advocated to protect the rights of families and has fought efforts by manufacturers to limit access to courts and juries.. In addition to a long list of awards and accomplishments, Rich was recently honored by being invited to be a member of The Summit Council. He is also recognized in Best Lawyers of America, Florida’s Legal Elite, Best Plaintiff’s Lawyers in America, and Orlando’s Top Lawyers. Rich is a husband and father of three children, lives in Orlando, and enjoys offshore fishing and diving.

Rhiannon Arnold is the founder and owner of The Arnold Law Group, P.A. Ms. Arnold was born and raised in Pensacola, Florida and still maintains strong ties to that community through her family and longtime friends who remain in the Florida panhandle and southern Alabama.. Attorney Arnold graduated from the University of Mobile in Mobile, Alabama in May of 2001, with a Bachelor of Arts in Communication with a concentration in public speaking and argumentation/debate.. Immediately following graduation, Ms. Arnold began attending Florida State University's College of Law, where she focused in the disciplines of criminal law and trial advocacy.  During law school, Ms. Arnold had the honor of attending the prestigious Oxford University in Oxford, England.  While attending Oxford, Ms. Arnold completed extensive coursework in comparative criminal procedure prior to returning to Florida State University in the Fall of 2003.. After graduating from Florida State, Attorney Arnold began her legal career as a member of the Public Defender’s Office in the 2nd Judicial Circuit where she practiced in Monticello, FL.  In 2004, Attorney Arnold moved to Orlando and continued her legal career when she began working as an Assistant Public Defender in the 9th Judicial Circuit. During her tenure with the Public Defender’s Office, Ms. Arnold oversaw cases in various misdemeanor, traffic, juvenile and felony judicial divisions.  Many of those cases went to trial and were resolved with favorable outcomes for her clients.  While with the 9th Circuit Public Defender’s Office, Attorney Arnold also managed the Misdemeanor Appellate Division.  During her time in Appeals Division, Attorney Arnold wrote numerous appellate briefs on behalf of clients of the Public Defender’s Office.. In September 2006, Attorney Arnold departed the Public Defender’s office on a quest to provide more personalized service to her clients.. Attorney Arnold is a member of The Florida Bar and the United States Federal Court Middle District of Florida.  Attorney Arnold is licensed to represent clients in all Florida State Courts and the Federal Middle District of Florida.

Rebecca L. Palmer is a Family & Marital Law attorney practicing in Orlando, FL.  Palmer has a broad background in providing intimate legal advice to those in need at a major time of change in their life. When she began her practice 23 years ago she did so to be in the courtroom for general litigation. Then she learned while litigation is sometimes necessary, often the best route is to use the best negotiation techniques possible. As such Palmer focuses on alternative dispute resolution and collaborative law issues for domestic disputes, but knows how and when it is time to go to court.. Palmer’s matters range from difficult divorces, mediation, adoption, complex financial issues and custody cases. Palmer is a Supreme Court Certified Family Mediator and brings experience in all methods of case resolution, including mediation, arbitration, facilitation and negotiations to serve individuals as well as businesses.  She has extensive experience with complex financial issues as well. Palmer has handled dividing celebrity assets with an eye to the family behind the news, and was on the legal team representing Elin Nordegren in her divorce from Tiger Woods.. Palmer also loves her community. Palmer has been President of the Central Florida Association of Women, the President of the Orlando Young Professionals, an adjunct professor in the areas of Legal Ethics, Business Law, Trial Techniques and Family Law at Stetson University, Barry University, Southern College, and the University of Central Florida. Palmer also taught for several years at Emory University for the trial advocacy program. She is a published author and speaker, and appears frequently on Fox 35 News Orlando.

REAL ESTATE LAW for Retail, Hospitality, HOA, Condo, Tech, and Medical.. Representing Businesses and individuals.. With over 20 years of experience and one of only a handful of attorneys who have earned an advanced law degree in real property, Attorney Cooper has been highly trained to tackle any real estate legal matter. While in some firms the partners will pawn your work off on a clerk or a paralegal, Attorney Cooper takes a personal interest in every case and every client. He has the singular ability to converse on a broad range of topics, finding a connection with each of his clients, and to relate law in laymen's terms, so that it is easily understood by all.. Coop, as he is known by his friends and colleagues, has had an interestingly unique career that has seen him on stage at the Florida Music Festival as the lead singer of a showcasing alternative rock band and as a foreign legal consultant, residing for a while in South Korea and the Philippines. He also spent nearly a year in London, England, attending a semester of law school, garnering contacts, and studying the English legal system. Today, Coop's multi-cultural network stretches from the European continent across the UK and the USA to Australia, Philippines, Japan, Korea, China, and Hong Kong.. .

Raised in the Orlando area, Matt DeBoard earned his high school degree from Oak Ridge High School and later went on to American University in Washington, D.C. where he completed a double-major curriculum in both Physics and Communications. Mr. DeBoard earned his law degree from Florida A&M University College of Law in Orlando, where he achieved the highest grade of anyone in his class in both his Constitutional Law II and Trademark Seminar law classes. Mr. DeBoard has decades of experience in both the real estate and mortgage businesses. Prior to his law career, Mr. DeBoard owned real estate brokerage and mortgage lending firms – managing dozens of employees - and has been an integral part to several hundred real estate-related transactions. He has also logged hundred of closings as part-owner of a title insurance agency. In addition to his work involving closing real estate transactions for others, Matt also rolled up his sleeves and personally participated in remodeling dozens of residential properties. Today, Mr. DeBoard devotes much of his practice to real estate law, probate matters involving wills, trust, and estate matters, and civil litigation in the area of business law, contract disputes, and commercial disputes. Mr. DeBoard enjoys staying involved in the legal community, including actively participating in Orange County Bar Association events. In addition to his legal work, Matt enjoys many of the perks of Florida living, including water skiing, scuba diving, and tennis. He has travelled extensively throughout Mexico, and has visited Thailand, Costa Rica, and many countries throughout Europe.

PROFESSIONAL DISTINCTIONS:. SuperLawyer Florida: 2013-2017. SuperLawyer: Rising Star: 2009-2012. Florida Trend “Up and Comer” Legal Elite: 2007. PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS:. Orange County Bar Association. Co-Chair Law Week Committee. Young Lawyers Section. President (2012). Treasurer (2010). Secretary (2009). Mentor (on-going). The Florida Bar. Trial Lawyers Section. Florida Justice Association. American Association for Justice. COURTS ADMITTED TO:. All Courts in the State of Florida. U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida. U.S. District Court, Northern District of Florida. U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida. EDUCATION:. University of Central Florida, B.A. Legal Studies (2000). Trial Team: President. Golden Key National Honor Society. University of Florida College of Law, J.D. (2003). Honors: Legal Research and Writing. Book Award-Trial Practice. Trial Team:. President & Vice-President. First Place Chester Bedell Florida Bar Trial Competitions. Best Advocate, UF Intramural Competition. PUBLISHED WORKS AND LECTURES:. Lecturer, Presentation Name: Preparing Your Witness for Deposition. Conference: Mastering the Deposition: A Critical Workshop (2017). Lecturer, Presentation Name: Tips and Traps for Trial Lawyers in Federal Court. Lecturer, Presentation Name: Discovery and E-Discovery. Conference Name: Circuit Court Boot Camp (7th Annual): Learn the Do’s and Don’t’s (2017). Lecturer, National Business Institute:. “Automobile Litigation: Strategic Issues and Answers” (2007). Lecturer, Loman Education Services:. “Nursing Home Negligence in Florida” (2005). Author, Law Practice Today:. “Boots on the Ground Marketing Tips for the Young Lawyer” (2013). Speaker, Orange County Bar Association: “Mentoring New Lawyers” (2013). Panelist, American Association for Justice and Barry University’s College of Law. “Professionalism and Ethics” (2008). CIVIC AND SOCIAL ORGANIZATIONS (Past and Present):. UCP of Central Florida. Legal Aid Society, Board of Trustees. Mentor for at-risk High School students. Mentor for at-risk High School students. Lake Silver Foundation Board

Prior to Spetsas Buist PLLC, Nick gained litigation and trial experience working for the largest insurance defense firm in Florida and, subsequently, a prominent national law firm, where he represented companies and their insurance carriers in complex civil litigation matters, including personal and catastrophic injury, premises liability, product liability, wrongful death, automobile and trucking liability, and negligent security.. Nick uses his litigation and trial experience to aggressively pursue claims on behalf of clients injured by the negligence of others. Because of the knowledge Nick gained from defending corporations and their insurance carriers, he understands their negotiation tactics and trial techniques. Now, Nick uses this knowledge against companies and their insurance carriers to maximize the value of his clients’ cases and to bring justice to his clients. Nick believes in aggressive representation and understands that communication is crucial to client satisfaction. He is devoted to treating his clients like family.

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Piercy Stakelum founded the law firm now named Trial Pro, P.A., in Orlando, Florida in 2001. In early 2011, Trial Pro opened a second office in Naples, Florida. The Trial Professionals specializes in all types of personal injury, workers compensation, and wrongful death claims.. Born in New Orleans, Louisiana, Piercy Stakelum has always felt a passion for justice and the urge to fight for those whose lives have been compromised.. After earning his Bachelor of Arts degree from Florida State University in 1994, Piercy entered the University of Florida College of Law. There, he established himself as a leader among his peers, serving as an active member of both the Moot Court and Trial Competition Teams. He graduated with honors in 1997, and landed his first job at an esteemed law firm in South Florida.. For the next four years, Piercy worked for two of the region’s largest legal firms, representing both individuals and insurance companies. During that time, he successfully tried cases before juries in several Florida counties, winning in both State and Federal courts. In 2001, he decided to focus his talents and expertise on his true passion: helping individuals.. Piercy is duly qualified and admitted to practice law in all state and federal courts in the State of Florida. He is proud to call himself a civil trial attorney, and is an active member of both the Academy of Florida Trial Lawyers and the Academy of Trial Lawyers of America.