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Recently, Joe has expanded his practice to include estate planning. If you are in need of a will, living will, powers of attorney, or other estate planning documents, Joe can help you navigate through this difficult and stressful experience.. Whether it be a contested, high-conflict court proceeding or the pursuit of an out-of-court settlement, Joe recognizes that the practice of law is nuanced and realizes that no two clients are the same. To that end, he believes that in order to solve problems, he must endeavor to get to know his clients and their very specific needs.. Joe has identified specific attention to the representation of Same-Sex Couples and Non-Traditional Families with their Family Law needs, including same-sex divorce and dissolution. Joe has experience with litigating contested custody actions as well as drafting Shared Custody and Separation Agreements for same-gender couples.. Additionally, Joe serves as a Guardian ad Litem in domestic relations cases in Cuyahoga County. As a GAL, Joe represents the best interests of children in divorce, post-decree, and domestic violence matters.

I have been doing what I love to do, which is practicing law, for nearly 30 years. I started off my career as a legal aid lawyer and then joined the Air Force JAG as a military attorney. After serving our country, I ran for public office and got elected to the City of Cape Canaveral City Counsel and served for 1 term. I've had the honor and privileged to have served my community as the Chairman of the Cape Canaveral Hospital Board of Trustees.. It's with this passion and experience that I offer my services as your attorney.

Jason M Gordon is a native of Brooklyn, New York and relocated to Florida in 1995.  He has been licensed to practice in the states of New York and Connecticut since 1985, and Florida since 1992.  He is a member of the Florida Bar Association Sections of Family Law, Real Property, Probate, and Trust.  He continues to be a member of the Florida, New York, Connecticut and Federal Bars, including the Middle District of Florida.  His experience in real estate includes residential closings, commercial transactions (including but not limited to purchase and sale, construction contract and loan reviews, liquor license transfers), representation of condo-minium and homeowner associations, Department of Business and Pro-fessional Regulation, Division Of Florida Land Sales, Condominiums, and Mobile Homes dispute resolution litigation, quiet title actions, lien resolution, corporate and partnership formations, foreclosure actions, and an extensive litigation practice.  Mr. Gordon has an extensive background in litigation covering real property issues, appellate work, family law, corporate law, and general civil litigation.  Mr. Gordon prides himself on being client friendly and willing to go the extra mile to serve his clients’ needs.

I came to Brevard County in 1977 when my family relocated from Pennsylvania.  After attending Gemini, Hoover, MCC, and Melbourne High I spent a decade in the Orlando area, returning home to Brevard County in 2004.  I attended hometown university Florida Institute of Technology graduating summa cum laude and eventually, after completing law school and passing the bar, I was an adjunct Professor at Florida Institute of Technology teaching a core class to the Pre-Law Program majors and minors. This course is one of the first introductions for the students into the world of state and federal law.. Family law matters are the focus of my practice although I do offer ancillary services.  Primarily you will find my clients among couples contemplating dissolution of marriage, custody issues, child support, alimony, and modification of various family court orders.  I am able to serve as a Guardian Ad Litem in a FAMILY matter (this is different from a GAL in dependency court) and have vast experience and knoweldge to draw upon in such cases.  With the motto of "negotiate then litigate" many of my cases are settled well prior to trial.  It takes two willing parties and two attorneys to focus on the goal of negotiating but when everyone is clear about the goal it can often be achieved without the stress and cost of a trial.. In my law practice I assist people and families with planning for events that may render them incapacitated or for their own passing.  These plans can include a simple will package to transfer assets upon death, govern health care decisions, and power of attorney documents.  Clients may also need a living trust, a life estate, or a Lady Bird Deed.  More complex planning can involve trusts, the use of LLC entities, or combinations of several planning tools.. Because I offer a free review of a person's will I often hear, "But I don't have a will."  I am happy to explain to those without a formal will that they do actually have a will but won't like it.  Why? Because the State of Florida wrote it.  Preparing the documents in anticipation of our own passing does not have to be complicated or expensive.  In fact, spending a little on preparation will save your family many times that amount in fees, taxes, or costs when they administer your estate.. The possibility of incapacity is a consideration for everyone.  Should you become incapacitated due to an illness, accident, or the aging process you need to have a plan in place.  Who will pay your utility bills, your mortgage, or your insurance premium?  What will happen to your children or your pets?  Where can your family find your health care wishes and who should make health care decisions if you cannot?  These are only some of the reasons you need to include planning for incapacity on your list of things to do.. Probate is not always necesary when a loved one passes away.  However, if there are assets left behind by the deceased you should consult an attorney before any of those assets are used, transferred, or disseminated.  A free consultation can be enough to answer all the pertinent questions and if a legal probate is required - I will assist you through the process.. I also am part of the Brevard Guardian Ad Litem (GAL) and Attorney Ad Litem (AAL) programs which provide child advocacy services at no cost to children in the Dependency Court system. It is an excellent opportunity for volunteers and I encourage everyone to consider becoming a GAL.. I currently serve all counties in the State of Florida from my location in Central Florida (Brevard County).

The Hendershot Law Firm focuses on Estate Planning and Family Law. We strive to provide excellent knowledge, care, and understanding with regards to our clients needs and goals. If you need guidance and information about crafting an Estate Plan and preparing for the future, or if you are struggling with the emotional strains of a Divorce, please call us at  to make an appointment for a confidential consultation today. We can help.

We handle highly-contested family cases as well as simple ones. If you're looking for aggressive and wise legal representation, then we might be the right firm for you.  We handle all aspects of family law, including divorce, alimony, paternity, child support, timesharing/visitation, modification of timesharing and child support, parental relocation, and domestic violence. We have years of experience in handling complex family cases, and we will put that experience at your disposal.

Sara’s practice focuses exclusively on family law. She practices in Broward, Miami and Palm Beach Counties.. Sara was born and raised on the Space Coast of Florida before moving to South Florida for law school. She received her law degree from the University of Miami School of Law and her Bachelor’s degree from the University of Central Florida.. Sara began her legal career as an Assistant Public Defender in Broward County, Florida, where she practiced criminal defense at both the misdemeanor and felony level. After gaining significant trial experience, Sara transitioned into the private sector. Sara has always had an interest in family law as her mother is also a family law attorney in Melbourne, Florida. Sara began working as an associate attorney at a prominent South Florida family law firm, Brydger & Porras. When the partners at Brydger & Porras retired, Sara took over the practice.. Sara is also licensed to practice law in the District of Columbia.. In her spare time, Sara enjoys cheering on the UCF Knights, spending time with her dog, family and friends.

Melanie GiaMaria is a passionate advocate known for her relentless pursuit of justice, her fairness and her wicked sense of humor. Clients love that Melanie is completely relatable and delivers solutions that honor the dignity of everyone involved.