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FAMILY:  Dealing with issues surrounding something as important as your family can be extremely difficult.  It is during times like these that if an attorney is needed, you obtain representation that will be cognizant of your feelings as well as your goal in resolving the outstanding matters.  Attorney Benjamin has handled several family matters and respects the seriousness of the issues surrounding these matters.  She handles dissolution of marriage, child support, modifications, visitation, and contempt matters.. As a sole practitioner, it is this firm’s policy to address any issues directly with the client. CRIMINAL DEFENSE:  If you are accused of a crime, you need an experienced attorney dedicated to handling the case for you . Contacting an experienced criminal defense lawyer can make a difference in how your matter is handled and how your rights are protected. Attorney Benjamin handles misdemeanor, violation of probation, expungement, juvenile, felony and injunction cases.. PERSONAL INJURY: The firm specializes in injury and negligent cases.  Attorney Benjamin has vast experience in handling motor vehicle accidents, dog bite cases; premises liability; negligent security; and wrongful death cases.  The goal of this firm is to always get the client what they are entitled and keep them informed at all times.  Going through a loss resulting from injury is difficult for the individual and the family.  Attorney Benjamin focuses on keeping the client informed and assisting with making this process easier for client.. At all times the goal of this firm to keep the client informed and obtain the goals that are established from the onset.

From his offices in Orlando and Kissimmee, Michael R. De Canio assists clients throughout Central Florida in complex marital and family law matters, including divorce, child custody and support, and property distribution. Mr. De Canio attended Barry University School of Law and graduated magna cum laude from the University of Central Florida, where he received his undergraduate degree in business administration with a focus on strategic business methods. While in the legal studies program, Mr. De Canio maintained a scholarship and graduated in the top 30% of his class.. Before starting his legal career, Michael studied strategic business implementation and negotiation which focuses on working, communicating, and balancing interests between parties to obtain the best possible solution. Michael enjoys applying these analytical skills to solve complex issues and his knowledge of strategic business negotiations enables him to adapt to a wide range of difficult and stressful situations that can often arise in family law matters.. Mr. De Canio is an active member of the Florida Bar Association. He was also a Florida Supreme Court certified county court mediator. His approach is concise: “Treat each and every person with respect and conduct interactions in a professional and ethical manner. Vehemently litigate the issues that you feel are justified while conceding the ones that are meritless. Attempt to mediate and settle issues in between and always research both thoroughly to know the difference.”

Melanie joined the legal profession to help give a voice to those who cannot articulate their rights and assist those who were unaware of the steps to take to protect their rights.  Her goal is to represent you zealously, assist you in obtaining your objective and fight for your rights.  Melanie understands that facing a legal issue can be a very emotionally draining experience and wants to assist you in attacking your legal issue.. Melanie was born in the Bronx, New York.  After graduating from Cardinal Spellman High School, she attended Colgate University in Hamilton, New York where she earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in Philosophy.  Before attending law school, Melanie worked for a real estate law firm in White Plains, New York.  She then went on to pursue her Juris Doctorate at Barry University School of Law in Orlando, Florida.  Immediately after completing law school, Melanie was admitted to the Florida Bar.  Upon being admitted to the Florida Bar, Melanie worked for a private law firm practicing in many areas of law and worked her way from being an associate attorney to lead attorney who trained many new attorneys at the firm.  In November 2014, Melanie and her business partner, Ryan Ghantous, formed Ghantous & Branch, PLLC in Orlando, Florida.  She practices in many areas of law including Foreclosure Defense, Consumer Law, Commercial Law, Bankruptcy, Personal Injury, Landlord Tenant Law, Asset Protection, Appellate Work, and Civil Litigation.. On a personal note, Melanie was drafting letters to the NBA Commissioner arguing the injustices she saw on the screen at ten years old, while other girls her age were playing with nail polish and braiding their hair.  Clearly, for Melanie fighting for the right cause is not just a job but a way of life, ask any of her loved ones.

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When Attorney Alec Weber was growing up his mother always thought he would either be an actor or a lawyer. He chose the latter following in the footsteps of his Grandfather. Alec moved to Orlando Florida, from Port Saint Lucie to attend the University of Central Florida. After obtaining an undergraduate degree in Legal Studies, Attorney Weber went on to attend the Barry University Dwayne O. Andreas School of Law. While in law school Attorney Weber held various positions within the private and public sectors of Law. First as an intern for the State Attorney’s Office of the Ninth Judicial Circuit where Attorney Weber gained valuable experience and insight on how the State Attorney’s Office prosecutes criminal defendants. Also, while in law school, Attorney Weber interned with the Orange County Attorney’s Office, primarily working on zoning, constitutional, and eminent domain issues. During his third year in law school, Attorney Weber was approved by the Florida Supreme Court as a Certified Legal Intern, meaning he was able to appear in court and represent clients as a law student.. While a Certified Legal Intern, Attorney Weber interned for the Office of the Public Defender, Ninth Judicial Circuit. During his time with the Public Defender’s Office Attorney Weber obtained two “not guilty” verdicts in jury trials before even graduating law school; an experience he considers an invaluable one for any law student. Through mutual friendships Attorney Weber came to know Attorney Maxwell, soon after Attorney Weber was invited by Attorney Maxwell to intern in his practice. In 2010 Alec Weber graduated from law school and passed the Florida State Bar. Subsequently he was then invited by Attorney Maxwell to join him as an associate. Since then Attorney Weber has serviced clients in the areas of: Auto Accidents, Family Law, Divorce, Domestic Violence Injunctions, Violation of Probation, Criminal Defense, Business and Contract matters, and Landlord/Tenant issues. His assistance was invaluable on a recent auto accident case where, Mr. Maxwell’s client was awarded over $27.5 million dollars in damages.

AFFORDABLE ADVOCACY WITH A PASSION FOR JUSTICE. Christine J. Lomas, Esquire grew up in Orlando and has watched this vibrant city grow in the process. She attended St. John Vianney and Bishop Moore Catholic Schools and has two degrees from the University of Central Florida. At the age of 45, Christine chose to finally pursue her dream and attend law school—right here at the Florida A&M University College of Law in downtown Orlando. She worked diligently to be near the top of her class, made the Dean’s List, and graduated Magna cum Laude. High points of Christine’s law school experience include the Guaridan ad Litem clinic, where she advocated for children who were dependents of the state, a Judicial Externship with the Honorable Mary S. Scriven of the United States District Court, Middle District of Florida, and a study abroad program in Siena, Italy. Christine also participated in advocacy competitions and was a member of the Women’s Law Caucus.. Before law school, Christine enjoyed a 20-year career in the print publishing, advertising & marketing fields. Some may remember her as the former editor of the Central Florida Lifestyle magazine publications. In her last position, she managed a staff of up to 10 employees and oversaw budget expenditures of over $2 million. Christine also taught in the journalism department of her alma mater, UCF, and hopes to eventually teach part-time at FAMU’s College of Law.. Community Involvement. One of the high points of Christine’s life was as an elected delegate to the 2008 National Democratic Convention, where she saw history in the making as a major political party nominated the man who would go on to be the nation’s first African-American President. While attending the convention in Denver, she was thrilled to meet one of her personal heroes—former President Jimmy Carter. Christine is very involved with the local Democratic Party and currently serves on her homeowners association board of directors. She has served on WMFE’s Community Advisory Board and is a 2008 graduate of Seminole County’s Citizenship Academy.. Family. Christine knows the highs and lows of family life. She has been a young, struggling single mother, but for the last 17 years she has been happily married. She and her husband live in Oviedo with their daughter, and her adult son lives in nearby Sanford.

Mariavittoria “Vicky” Eggebrecht, was born in Orlando, Florida. Vicky attended primary, middle and high school in the Dr. Phillips area and went on to the University of Central Florida. While attending UCF she obtained a Bachelor’s of Science in Business Administration: Marketing. After graduating from the University of Central Florida, she went on to receive her Juris Doctorate from Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University College of Law in Orlando, Florida. Upon being admitted to the Florida Bar, Vicky began her practice of law as an Assistant State Attorney for the Ninth Judicial Circuit in Orange County. During her tenure as a State Prosecutor, Vicky handled every aspect of Criminal Law Practice. Those areas include, Initial Appearances, Violations of Probation, Juvenile Delinquency Court, County Court – Misdemeanor Crimes, and Circuit Court – Felony Crimes. Vicky has been assigned to multiple specialized units including Economic Crimes and the Special Victims Unit. She has specialized experience with schemes to defraud, insurance fraud, grand theft, domestic violence, sexual battery and crimes against children. Vicky has litigated and resolved more than a 1,000 criminal cases and has taken over 30 criminal cases to trial, including Attempted Homicide, Capital Sexual Battery, Burglary, Aggravated Battery, Insurance fraud, Theft and more.

I obtained my Florida Supreme Court Board Certification in Juvenile Law on August 1, 2017.  I and 93 other Florida lawyers were the first members of the Florida Bar to qualify for this honor, as this is the first time certification has been offered in this area of the law.

I am a solo practitioner in Orlando. I have practiced, and currently practice, law in the areas of domestic relations/family law, immigration, personal injury, and probate, in many Florida counties, including Orange, Osceola, Seminole, Lake, Marion, Brevard, Volusia, St. John's, Hillsborough, Polk, and Leon among others. I have been in practice in the practice of law in Florida for more than twenty years (since 1989). I have practiced in Florida Circuit Courts, Federal Court, and Immigration Court.. I obtained my Bachelor's Degree from Loyola University in New Orleans, Louisiana. Subsequently, I obtained my law degree from Loyola Law Shool in New Orleans, Louisiana.. I had substantial experience in trials and hearings before Judicial Hearing Officers representing the State of Florida's Department of Revenue, Child Support Enforcement Division, in paternity and child support issues in Orange County, Florida. I also have practiced before judges and magistrates in the resolution of divorce cases, personal injury cases, and probate matters in the Central Florida area.. My main goals have been to provide the best legal representation possible to my clients using the least costly options, and to help my clients navigate the legal system with a view to the best resolution of their legal problems. I provide payment plans and reasonable attorneys' fees for my clients, as well as personal and individual attention to their cases.. Put my experience to work for you.

Samantha Sauer attended the University of Florida, Levin College of Law after receiving a BA in Legal Studies at the University of Central Florida with a minor in Political Science. During her law school tenure she was voted President of the Law Transfer Student Organization and was a member of numerous other organizations. In addition to her academics, she interned at Three Rivers Legal Services, an organization devoted to providing legal assistance to the under privileged, and developed a passion for family law. Specifically, Samantha assisted attorneys in dissolution of marriage, domestic violence, and paternity cases. At this point Samantha knew that this was the area she would practice upon graduation. Over the course of her law school career, she concentrated the majority of her course load to family law and obtained a certificate in family law upon graduation in 2016.. After she graduated from the University of Florida, Levin College of Law, Samantha began as an associate attorney in Boca Raton, Florida. While there she primarily practiced family law cases including dissolution of marriage, child support, timesharing, alimony, modifications, and paternity actions as well as probate, personal injury, and contracts. Eventually, Samantha made the decision to come home to Central Florida so that she could be closer to her family. At this point, she joined the Kendrick Law Group and looks forward to her continued practice in family law, as well as beginning to expand her practice areas so that she may better serve her clients.. Outside of her professional life, Samantha enjoys giving back to the Central Florida community and volunteering her time to help children and currently is the Chair of the Finley Project Fifth Annual Celebration of Life Gala.

Born and raised in Miami, Florida, Attorney Ruggiero has always had a passion for helping others with her positive outlook and diligent work ethic. She graduated with her Bachelors of Science in Legal Studies from the University of Central Florida. Upon her acceptance of the prestigious Dean’s Merit Scholarship, Attorney Ruggiero returned to her hometown and received her Juris Doctorate from the University of Miami, School of Law.. While at the University of Miami, Attorney Ruggiero had the distinguished honor of clerking for the Honorable Judge Maxine Cohen Lando, United States Judge, for the Eleventh Judicial Circuit Court. She was a Certified Legal Intern at the Office of the Public Defender for the Ninth Judicial Circuit of Florida and participated in the University of Miami’s Capital Defense Project through which she represented individuals convicted of capital offenses. As a student in the Litigation Skills Clinical Program, she was awarded the Honorable Theodore Klein Endowed Scholarship for ability and excellence in oral and written advocacy and a commitment to public service. Prior to joining the DeWitt Law Firm, P.A. Attorney Ruggiero began her legal career at a full service firm in Maitland and concentrated her practice in the area of mortgage foreclosure defense, criminal defense, family and domestic law, and general civil litigation.. Attorney Ruggiero is a member of the University of Central Florida and University of Miami, School of Law Alumni Chapters as well as the Orange County Bar Association, Young Lawyers Section. She enjoys traveling, cooking, and spending time with her husband, family and adorable puppy.