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Family Law Attorney with Pearlman Trial Group, handling a range of cases such as divorce, child support, paternity, post-modifications and pre-nuptials.

The Law Offices of Monica Villaverde, P.L., is a general civil law firm with an emphasis on family law. Our office is located in Sarasota, Florida and services Sarasota, Manatee, Orange, Osceola and Seminole Counties. Our firm is dedicated to providing quality legal representation to our clients. We strive to exceed our clients' expectations with effective and competent legal counsel. Our firm's goal is to develop and maintain long lasting relationships with our clients by aggressively protecting their legal rights.. Practice Areas Include:. MARITAL/FAMILY LAW:. ESTATE PLANNING:. OTHER AREAS:

Ms. Loftus offers a concierge approach to her clients. She begins with the assumption that each case calls for special handling, since no two family law cases are alike. After the initial consultation, she works with her clients closely, to provide them with a basic understanding of Florida family law proceedings. Ms. Loftus and the client are then able to work together to ensure that there are articulated, agreed-upon, legitimate and realistic goals. After the goals are established, Ms. Loftus provides her clients with a range of options designed to meet those objectives. She reviews the advantages and disadvantages of each option and provides her recommendation. Ms. Loftus believes strongly in this approach as the best means of seeing that the client is empowered and fully-informed, and that if significant sums are to be spent on legal fees, the client understands why and knows ahead of time that significant fees will be incurred.. Because of the vicissitudes inherent in the family law court system, Ms. Loftus believes it is in her clients’ interests to resolve family law issues if possible outside of the courtroom. No lawyer can guarantee what results might be obtained after a hearing or trial before the court. Should efforts at a reasonable mediation be unsuccessful, however, Ms. Loftus works with clients to see that their legal objectives are pursued in court through motion practice and trial. At all times, Ms. Loftus presents her clients’ positions in a vigorous, thorough manner designed to achieve success without sacrificing professionalism.

Throughout my career I have served as a soldier, analyst, diplomat and attorney.  I am experienced in working through emotionally charged and complex negotiations.. Juris Doctor, George Mason University School of Law, Arlington VA.. Masters of International Relations, University of South Carolina, Columbia, SC.. Bachelors in Business Administration, Loyola College, Baltimore, MD.. Previously clerked for Sixth Judicial Circuit Court in Montgomery County, Maryland and worked for Offit Kurman, P.A. in Tysons Corner, Virginia.. During law school I served as a law clerk with the Department of Justice, and the United States Federal District Court for the District of Columbia.  I worked for firms conducting immigration law, family law, and veterans law.. Military Service:. Retired United States Army Lieutenant Colonel having served with the following units:. 1st Infantry Division; 1st Armored Division; 4th Infantry Division; United States Embassy, Netherlands; United States Embassy, Sarajevo; Defense Intelligence Agency and the Joint Chiefs of Staff.. Awarded the Defense Meritorious Service Medal; Joint Meritorious Service Medal; NATO Campaign Medal, amongst others.

Timothy A. McCan, II (“TJ”) has focused his practice in Divorce, Marital, and Family Law since graduating from law school. TJ handles dissolution of marriage (divorce), prenuptial agreements, marital settlement agreements, paternity, custody, child support, and domestic violence injunctions. He is admitted to practice law in the State of Florida and is a member in good standing with the Florida Bar.. TJ was recognized by the American Institute of Legal Advocates (2018) as a “Rising Star”, as a “Best Attorney” by the Best Attorneys of America (2017-2018) and also nominated by his peers as one of Lee County’s best dressed attorneys. TJ was also selected to be one of 29 attorneys in the State of Florida to be a Fellow in the Florida Bar’s William Reece Leadership Academy for the 2018-2019 class.. Prior to joining The Bergermann Law Firm  2022, TJ founded the family law section of prominent local law firm, he established a successful solo practice in 2018,  and  also worked in a boutique family law firm where he worked with a Board Certified Family Law attorney on complex and high net worth divorce cases in Lee, Charlotte and Collier counties.. TJ is originally from Noblesville, Indiana, but has called Southwest Florida his home since 2007, when he relocated to attend Florida Gulf Coast University (GO EAGLES!). TJ has his Bachelors of Science in Business Management and obtained his J.D. from Ave Maria School of Law in Naples, Florida. When not working, TJ enjoys traveling, orangetheory, and spending time with his Husband and their two dogs, Stanley and Olive.

I am originally from Buffalo, New York and while I love my hometown, if I never see another snowflake as long as live I will be completely content. I am the youngest of five children. With that kind of sibling rivalry, rest assured I have fought my entire life!. I am licensed in the state of Florida and New York. I have represented and defended cases involving the Department of Children and Families, the Department of Corrections, the State Attorney’s Office, insurance companies, hospitals, physicians, corporations and lawyers.. My true passion is getting my clients results, especially when it comes to ending the emotional stress that family law issues present. My degree in Psychology assists daily in creating a strategy, determining motives, negotiations, assessment of evidence, preparation of testimony and in the courtroom. Family Law disputes are exceedingly complex and the outcome can have a long standing effect on your finances, your children and your future. It’s important to me that you receive a successful out-come in every aspect of your life.

Evening and Weekend Appointments24 hour emergency client hotline. I've been practicing Family Law for over 10 years, but I approach things a little differently than many other attorneys.  I am caring and compassionate.  I'll guide you through every step of the process and help you get on with your life. BUT... I don't run away from a fight when the other side decides to play rough.

I was born and raised in Fort Myers and grew up working at my family's law firm, so I truly care about this community and passionately pursue my role as an attorney.. My practice areas so far have focused on family law, construction law and personal injury. I have handled a wide range of cases, from paternity actions all the way to large-scale wrongful death claims against major insurance companies.. If you need any help or know someone who does, don't hesitate to reach out to us. Our firm covers a wide range of practice areas and we most likely have an attorney that can handle the legal issues you are facing. If it is an are we do not practice in, I bet we could at least point you in the direction of someone who does.

Destiney R. Smith, Esq is by nature drawn to helping other people. As a Family attorney, she has extensive experience fighting for spouses who want to protect their assets, parents who want the best for their children, and those who want to protect their constitutional rights.. Sunny Southwest Florida became home to Destiney in 2011 when she joined an Immigration Law Firm and developed the Family and Criminal law practices. She began practicing as a sole practitioner in 2014. Destiney continues to serve the Southwest community with her zealous representation.

I've been practicing divorce and family law in the Tampa Bay area since 1990.  During that time, I've represented thousands of Tampa area families in divorces, paternity actions and family law cases of all types.  I've been involved in high profile cases, represented local sports legends, doctors, lawyers, and professsionals of all types.  I have seen and dealt with a myriad of fact patterns and emergency situations.  I have thoroughly enjoyed helping good people through one of the most dramatic and difficult times of their lives.

Jessica brings compassionate and practical advocacy to help resolve her clients' complicated legal problems. She enjoys assisting them through each step of the process. Working to determine their goals and needs, she uses tenacity to achieve optimal results. Her experience in international and domestic family law includes international child abduction and domestic violence. Jessica received a Juris Doctorate from Lewis and Clark Law School, where she was lead article editor for the Lewis & Clark Law Review. She received a Bachelor of Science magna cum laude from Willamette University in 2007 as a member of Phi Beta Kappa.. When Jessica's not practicing law, she loves traveling internationally and freelance photography. She's visited 24 countries so far. If she wasn't a lawyer, she would be an international photographer. She also enjoys spending time with friends, family, and her dog.

Marshal brings twenty-three years of experience in guiding clients through divorce and custody cases. He blends expertise, energetic advocacy, sensibility, creativity and vision into his practice.  Marshal’s past clients have described him as a true and honest advocate, equipped with common sense and the ability and experience to work with a diversity of cases, clients, attorneys and judges. Marshal was “born to run” as an avid Springsteen fan! His greatest source of joy and pride continues to be his three young adult children. They, his wife and young adult step daughters enjoy sporting events, theater, and the blessings of living in Oregon. Along with being a Blazer and a Duck fan, Marshal continues to cheer on his alma mater, The University of Maryland Terrapins!  Marshal is also frequently asked to guest lecture about his experience as a kidney donor.

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When I first meet a client, he or she is often coming to me at the most vulnerable time in their lives. The client may be overwhelmed, worried, angry, stressed, and unsure of what the future will bring. The part of my practice I enjoy the best is watching that client change throughout the process; sometimes so much so that the person I first meet is hardly recognizable when compared to the person sitting across from me at the end of their case. I like knowing that the person who leaves my office was better off because I was involved.. Whether in court or in settlement, I will be the most prepared person in the room, which means not only involving the right people, such as CPA’s, financial advisors, business evaluators or psychologists; it also means having the tough conversations with my clients. I will always be honest with my client, even if what I’m saying is not what the client wants to hear. My goal is to settle every case that comes through the door because in my experience, clients and families typically have better outcomes when a settlement can be reached. However, I am not afraid to go to court when necessary and I have litigated several complex family law cases, which my adversaries know about me.

I am always more than happy to answer any questions you may have over the phone or via e-mail without charge.  I feel that knowledge is empowerment.  Feel free to drop me an e-mail or phone call at any time.

Samuel is an experienced trial attorney whose versatile legal background has uniquely tailored him into a solid family law attorney.. Starting as an assistant prosecuting attorney, Samuel gained valuable courtroom experience before transitioning to private practice.. There, he focused on assisting small businesses with transactional matters and litigation, while also offering services in estate planning, probate estate administration, and Medicaid planning.. As Samuel’s family law practice grew, he later joined a nationwide family law firm, where he refined his skills in divorce and family law over the better part of a decade. Part of an in-house litigation team, Samuel not only presented and taught clinics on evidence, cross examination, and other trial techniques, but Samuel has also presented Continuing Legal Education programs for other attorneys on complex issues in family law cases and other family law matters.. His diverse experience has not only shaped him into a skilled trial lawyer but also equipped him with the knowledge to handle complex cases effectively. Samuel is known for his commitment to professionalism, integrity, and client satisfaction. He values open communication and empathy, ensuring his clients feel supported throughout the divorce process.. With Samuel, you’ll have a dedicated advocate by your side, ready to navigate the complexities of divorce law with care and expertise.