Top best Business Lawyers Near me in ZIP 32801

With over 20 years in the legal profession, I have had the opportunity to work with great people and businesses.  My experience spans from litigiation to transactional cases...from complex civil litigation to complex criminal litigation....from business formation to mergers and acquisitions.  I have represented multi-national companies and government entities, while making time to also provide pro-bono services to many in my community.  My unique understanding of the many cultures within our community also gives me the insight needed to be an effective mediator.  I have successfully mediated numerous cases, from simple contract disputes to complex multi milion dollar claims. I also take time to teach these skills to other lawyers and mediators.  Despite all of these accomplishments, my true treasure is my family. Quality time with my wife, kids and other family members is a priority.

Sean Méndez-Catlin earned his Bachelors Degree from the University of Pennsylvania in 2012 and his Law Degree from the University of Miami School of Law. Sean also earned his Masters in Music Business from The University of Miami's Frost School of Music. During his Undergraduate and Legal education, Sean had a large focus on Immigration and criminal issues. Sean also learned about business and intellectual property while he completed his Business and Legal Studies minor through The Wharton School of Business at UPenn. Sean continued his interest during his time at UM, where he participated in the UM immigration clinic and completed a Masters in Music Business with UM's Frost School of Music. Sean then began work at the State Attorney's Office for the Ninth Judicial Circuit in Orlando Florida. with over three years experience at the Office, Sean handled thousands of cases from start to completion. Sean prosecuted simple possession, battery, misdemeanor traffic, burglaries, firearm cases, and drug trafficking cases. Sean also went to Trial or prepared a Trial for all of these offense. Sean was awarded the 2017 MADD DUI Prosecutor award of Excellence for Central Florida. Sean utilized his time as a prosecutor to build a vast Statutory knowledge and his reputation with the Judges, Clerks, prosecutors, defense attorneys, police officers, and court deputies.

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.

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.

Over twenty years ago I started my own DUI criminal defense law firm in Orlando called Private Counsel, LLC.  Private Counsel is a private law firm with sections dedicated to all criminal defense work, Assault an Battery/Domestic Battery Defense, traffic tickets, with an emphasis on helping people accused of DUI. I also assist UCF students who have found themselves in trouble at UCF for Golden Rule violations or .02 BAC DMV suspensions.. My practice is focused on DUI and CRIMINAL DEFENSE.

Mr. Sheffler focuses his practice on representation of businesses involved in a wide range of industries and on issues including business litigation, commercial collection, business strategy and contract negotiation. Additionally, Mr. Sheffler represents clients in the construction industry throughout Florida on issues involving Florida's Construction Lien law, payment bond claims and varied construction related matters.. Mr. Sheffler graduated from the University of Florida's College of Business Administration in 1987. In 1990, he graduated from the University of Florida College of Law receiving his Juris Doctorate degree and has been a member of the Florida Bar since 1991. He is a member of the Florida Bar, American Bar Association, and American Inns of Court.. Mr. Sheffler was an associate with the Law Offices of Robert Worman from 1991-1994. He then served as President and corporate attorney to his family's food and paper goods distribution business in central Florida from 1994 until 2002. Mr. Sheffler returned to the full time practice of law as an associate with the Law Offices of Robert B. Worman in 2002. In January 2006, he became a shareholder and partner in the firm now known as Worman & Sheffler, P.A.. By having been intimately involved in the daily operations of the wholesale distribution business, Mr. Sheffler developed a working knowledge and familiarity with issues involving credit analysis, open account sales, warehousing and varied business matters that gives him a unique understanding of many of the business issues facing his clients.. Mr. Sheffler has conducted several seminars on such topics as business credit analysis and debt collection under Florida law as well as Florida's Construction Lien Law. He has also lectured for the National Business Institute.. Mr. Sheffler has been active in many community and civic organizations, and in 2006 and 2007 volunteered as a member of the Executive Steering Committee for AAU Baseball for the state of Florida.

Litigation lawyer H. Clay Parker, IV is a sixth-generation Floridian who offers more than three decades of knowledge and experience in the areas of civil litigation, including negotiated settlements, alternative dispute resolution, and trial. He is recognized for his commitment to providing the highest level of client service and professionalism, earning him the respected AV Preeminent rating* from Martindale-Hubbell, the highest recognized peer rating available, reflecting high ethical standards and excellent legal skills.. Mr. Parker volunteers time as a guardian ad litem for abused and abandoned children through the Orange County Legal Aid. He is married and enjoys fishing, golfing, and the beach.

I was born and raised in Middletown, New York. In 1982 I was admittedto the Florida Bar, and I have been authorized to practice before District Court of the Middle District of Florida since 1983 andbefore the US. Court of Appeals since 1985. I received my B.A. (withhonors) in 1973 and my Ph.D. in 1977 from State University of New Yorkat Binghamton. In 1982 I received my J.D from Cornell University. I wasan editor of the Cornell Law Review and am the author of a book andnumerous articles. After practicing law with many prestigious law firms in Central FloridaI opened my own law firm in 1998. I made the decision to open my ownfirm so that I would have unfettered ability to provide clients withthe level of representation and customer care that I believe eachclient is entitled to. I have created a boutique style law firm thatfocuses on client care. My firm has been structured with the specificobjective of allowing clients the ability to actively engage in theircase through ensuring that each client has frequent communication withtheir legal team and involvement with the strategies deigned to meeteach client's specific desires. It is my mission to aggressively represent my clients in a fashion thatassures they are afforded the full extent of their legal rights, whilefocusing on their specific goals and needs.

I have been licensed as an attorney since September 1995.  I graduated from the University of Alabama in 1995.  I went to work as a criminal prosecutor for a District Attorney's office in Central Alabama.  After a couple of years (and 16 jury trials) I started my own practice.  In 2000, I moved to Florida and began working in the medical malpractice defense and general insurance defense field.. I presently practice in the areas of insurance coverage, SIU, property coverage and liability claims, auto liability and bad faith litigation.

I am a Florida Bar board certified construction attorney practicing civil litigation with an emphasis on construction and commercial disputes. I represent owners, general contractors, design professionals, subcontractors, and material and equipment suppliers in residential and commercial construction. I handle matters involving construction liens (mechanic's liens), surety bonds, contract drafting, review and revision, contract negotiations, change order disputes, and construction defect claims.  I am rated AV Preeminent by Martindale-Hubbell, which is the highest possible rating in legal ability and ethical standards.  I have also received the Florida Super Lawyers Rising Star award in Construction Litigation.

I am a co-founder of Walsh Banks Law, located in Orlando, Florida. Since 2005, the primary focus of my practice has been business law, franchise law, real estate law and contract law.. I've worked with a wide variety of clients ranging from individual entrepreneurs and small businesses to Fortune 500 companies and nonprofit organizations. I've provided legal assistance and representation to clients as they’ve formed new companies, started new entrepreneurial ventures, provided legal assistance for business expansion, corporate reorganization, and helped develop exit strategies through the development of succession plans or the sale of the business.. This includes extensive experience representing startup and existing franchisors; as well as franchisees looking to buy their first franchise, sell an existing franchise or become a master franchisee.. Whether coordinating complicated contract negotiations, assisting nonprofits gain their tax-exempt status, or providing outside general counsel services my goal is to help clients succeed by providing clear, practical legal advice and representation.. I am a member of the Florida Bar Association, Business Law Section and Tax Section, Orange County Bar Association, American Bar Association, and the Supreme Court Bar. As such, I have been admitted to practice law in the state of Florida, and before the U.S. Tax Court, the U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Florida, and the U.S. Supreme Court.

Gary primarily handles litigation, mediation and arbitration for business, real estate and employment disputes.. Gary is Board Certified by The Florida Bar in business litigation and has previously served six years on The Florida Bar's Business Litigation Certification Committee. He has served on the 9th Judicial Circuit's Business Court Formation Committee. Gary is active in the George C. Young American Inn of Court, holds a "Master" designation, serves on its board of directors and is the former president from 2011 to 2013.  He also served on The Florida Bar's Board of Legal Specialization and Education for six years and currently serves on the Orange County Bar Association's Executive Council as an elected member.. In addition, Gary is a certified circuit civil and appellate mediator as well as a trained and qualified arbitrator. He is a member of the American Arbitration Association's employment, commercial, and financial arbitration and mediation panels. Gary provides alternative resolution services for business, employment and real estate disputes as a mediator, an arbitrator and a voluntary trial resolution judge.

Donna L. Draves has been practicing law in Florida for over 40 years and practices in the following areas: Business/Corporate Law, International Law, Contracts, Entertainment Law, and Litigation. She has successfully litigated thousands of cases over the course of her career. She is devoted to her clients and always strives to achieve the best possible results for them.

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.

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.

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