Florida Lawyers - Orlando

Firm: Zimmerman, Kiser & Sutcliffe, PA

315 E. Robinson Street , Orlando , Florida 32801

Practice Areas: Workers Compensation

Before life as an attorney, I was a teacher for high school and college students. I graduated from Winter Park High School from their international baccalaureate program and earned my B.S. from the University of Florida in 2005, where I majored in Finance and minored in Education. I continued my education at Florida State University and earned my M.S. in Mathematics Education in 2007.. I primarily taught mathematics to 9-12th graders as well as remedial math at the college level. I taught Algebra I through Algebra II IB, geometry, and informal geometry at the Apopka, Winter Park, and East Side High Schools. On the college level, I taught beginning and intermediate algebra at Santa Fe College and Valencia Community College.. While in law school, I was the BLSA International Negotiation Competition National Champion. I graduated from the University of Florida Levin College of Law in May 2014. In my free time, I love to play soccer and has been playing the sport for 22 years. I began my legal career as a Plaintiff's attorney at the Coye Law Firm working in the areas of Family Law, Probate, and Estate Planning, Social Security Disability, Veteran's Disability, and Worker's compensation.  I recently tansitioned to defense.. I look forward to continuing to help our clients solve their problems. I currently work at Zimmerman, Kiser, and Sutcliffe as a Workers' Compenstion defense attorney.

South Orange Avenue , Orlando , Florida 32801

Practice Areas: Labor

1945 E Michigan St , Orlando , Florida 32806

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

College Education:. Mr. Fisher graduated with a degree in Biology with a focus on chemistry from Davidson College in 1991.  Initially focused on science, he worked as a Research Technician for Dr. Cordelia-Stone in a pathology lab at the University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill in 1992.  He then spent two years in the molecular biology doctoral program at the University of Georgia. Mr. Fisher’s extensive science background makes him well-versed in dealing with the scientific evidence that can be involved in criminal cases. He understands the science behind DNA fingerprinting, breath testing, organic chemistry, drug testing, forensic pathology, medical testimony, and causation, and is well-equipped to handle experts on the stand.. After his time at the University of Georgia, Mr. Fisher returned to Florida desiring to be a trial attorney. He chose the University of Florida’s, Fredric G. Levin College of Law, the No. 1 law school in Florida according to U.S. News & World Rankings.  During law school, he developed his knowledge of criminal law and established the foundation of his trial skills and litigation abilities.. Legal Experience:In 1998, after graduating from law school, Mr. Fisher spent three years practicing civil litigation where he handled cases in personal injury, construction, appeals, and administrative law. From there he went on to become a prosecutor for the State of Florida in 2001. As a prosecutor, he handled a wide spectrum of cases from suspended licenses and DUI up to armed robbery and first-degree murder cases. During his time at the State Attorney’s office, Mr. Fisher tried over 173 cases in front of a jury, including fifteen first and second-degree murder cases and dozens of armed robberies, home invasions, manslaughter, drug trafficking, and other crimes.  He has been featured on national media outlets and even had one of his trials broadcast nationally by Court TV.  In addition to his trial experience, Mr. Fisher has also handled grand jury cases, evaluated hundreds of filing decisions, and handled post-conviction matters such as withdrawal of pleas, violations of probation, and at least one appeal before the Fifth District Court.. Outside the Courtroom:Mr. Fisher has been invited to teach classes on Williams Rule and Search and Seizure by law enforcement agencies and the Florida Prosecutor's Association and has participated in the training of computer forensic experts as an acting defense counsel.  He has also taught CLE classes on white-collar crime, jury selection, drug possession, and handling of violations of probation.  Mr. Fisher is also an active member of the community and a Member of the Orange County Bar Association since 2002.

Firm: HD Legal Solutions

37 N. Orange Avenue , Orlando , Florida 32801

Practice Areas: Bankruptcy & Debt

Firm: Blair T. Jackson, P.A.

545 Delaney Ave Building 3 , Orlando , Florida 32801

Practice Areas: Automobile Accidents, Collections, Criminal Defense , Drug Crimes, DUI/DWI, Personal Injury, Wrongful Death, Employment & Labor

Blair T. Jackson was born in Sherbrooke, Quebec, Canada in 1965. He attended McGill University in Montreal where he earned his bachelor’s degree in 1988. He then attended the Western Michigan Cooley School of Law where he received his juris doctorate in 1991. Mr. Jackson also graduated from the University of Alabama School of Law with a LL.M. (Masters of Law) degree in Business Transactions in 2014. Mr. Jackson has more than twenty-three (23) years of civil litigation experience, practicing in both state courts in the State of Florida, as well as the United States District Court of the Middle District of Florida. He successfully litigates civil disputes of all kinds, including, but not limited to, contract disputes, employment law agreements (for employer and employee), mortgage foreclosure cases, and certain administrative actions.. In addition to his twenty-three (23) years of litigation experience, Blair Jackson has taught as a professor at Barry Law School in Orlando, Florida and the Crummer School of Business (M.B.A. program) at Rollins College in Winter Park, Florida. In addition to receiving a faculty achievement award for scholarship in 2014, he has published two (2) law review articles.. Mr. Jackson has consistently participated in the Orange County Bar Association’s Guardian ad Litem program. He has provided his services as a guest speaker to high school and college students with respect to various legal topics, such as starting your own practice, and the practice of law in general.. Practice Areas: Civil Litigation, Administrative Law

Firm: Law Office of Blaine Mcchesney

390 N Orange Ave , Orlando , Florida 32801

Practice Areas: Antitrust & Trade Regulation, Constitutional , Traffic Violations, Criminal Defense

Being charged with a crime is embarrassing and frightening.  More importantly, your job, personal relationships, and freedom are at stake. At a time like this you need an experienced criminal attorney to navigate the courtroom, explain your options, and mount a strong defense. When discussing your case, I will always be honest and straightforward with you to insure you are making an informed decision.  Throughout my representation, you will command my personal, prompt attention and all communications will be answered on the same day.  The Florida Bar Ethical Rules prohibit and attorney from promising you any particular result in a criminal case.  However, with over 24 years of experience in criminal law and numerous jury trials involving almost every type of crime, I have the necessary skills to obtain the best possible result in your case.  As a former major crimes prosecutor, I know firsthand the tactics used by the State and can use that to anticipate our opponent.  Contact me today for a free consultation.

Firm: Mark & Brown, P.A.

5728 Major Blvd Ste 502 , Orlando , Florida 32819

Practice Areas: Real Estate, Elder Law, Bankruptcy, Estate Planning

Attorney Billy Brown specializes in the areas of commercial, business, corporate, real estate, timeshare, bankruptcy, and elder law.  As a previous owner and consultant of businesses such as restaurants, medical offices, and internet companies, Attorney Brown understands the various needs of business entrepreneurs. Through his years of experience, he has witnessed many individuals face financial hardships due to numerous causes. Passionate about helping others, Attorney Brown committed his life to help those in need of legal representation.. Prior to employment as a skilled lawyer, Attorney Brown began his pursuit when he attended the University of Central Florida. It was here that he graduated with a degree in political science with a minor in legal studies. Following his undergraduate coursework, he pursued his Juris Doctorate Degree from Levin College of Law at the University of Florida. After graduation, Attorney Brown began his legal career in the state of Florida where he would soon cofound Mark & Brown, P.A.  After four years, he left Mark & Brown, P.A. to start his own firm Orlando City Law!

Firm: Burruezo & Burruezo, PLLC

941 Lake Baldwin Lane , Orlando , Florida 32814

Practice Areas: Employment & Labor

CAREER. After practicing insurance-defense law for several years, Bertha began focusing her practice in the area of workplace law. Bertha served as an Associate with the Orlando Office of Fisher & Phillips, LLP, a national law firm representing management exclusively in labor, employment, immigration and benefits law and related litigation. In 2006, after gaining experience in various areas of labor and employment law, Bertha opened her own law firm to focus primarily on the representation of small businesses and employees.. Bertha has owned and operated her own small businesses, and understands the challenges that business people encounter. Bertha has a unique ability to creatively resolve issues in a thoughtful and collaborative way.. STRATEGIC INTERVENTION BUSINESS & EXECUTIVE COACHING. Bertha, a Business & Executive Coach, is a student of Tony Robbins’ Strategic Intervention (SI) Coaching program. Throughout her law practice, Bertha has witnessed first hand how conflict — and the emotions that feed conflict — can oftentimes escalate to serve only one purpose: the destruction of the other side. While destruction of the other might create temporary satisfaction, long-term solutions demand other more positive, proactive strategies.. Bertha’s SI business clients demand goals that are dedicated to extracting the most practical and effective forms of strategic action and communication. As such, she is able to utilize SI tools that resolve individual, organizational and cultural paradoxes that would otherwise lead to internal conflict and blocked initiative.. PROFESSIONAL & COMMUNITY AFFILIATIONS. • Member, The Florida Bar, 2002-Present• Member, Orange County Bar Association, 2002-Present• Member, Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of Metro Orlando, 2012• Member, Hispanic Chamber Leads Group, 2012-2013• Member, Hispanic Bar Association of Central Florida, 2012-Present• Bikram Yoga Aficionado. FAMILY & EDUCATION. Bertha, a native of Daytona Beach, Florida, has Central-American roots. Bertha’s father hails from San Pedro Sula, Honduras, while her mother originates from El Salvador. Bertha’s paternal grandmother, Trinidad, emigrated to the United States in the 1960s and, after years of hard work and study, became a nurse, a profession she practiced for more than 25 years. Trinidad’s perseverance served as a point of encouragement for the rest of her family, especially Bertha. Bertha started her college studies in Daytona Beach, earning an Associate of Arts Degree from Daytona Beach Community College. Bertha subsequently obtained a Bachelor of Arts Degree from Florida State University, and a Master’s Degree from Florida A&M University. After teaching middle school students for several years, Bertha returned to school to earn a Law Degree in 2002 from Stetson University College of Law in St. Petersburg, Florida.. SUBSTANTIVE LEGAL AREAS. After nearly 13 years of practice, Bertha now dedicates her services to providing pro-active, holistic, and balanced solutions for both employers and employees in the many areas of workplace law. Her practice areas include:. TRAINING, WORKSHOPS & AUDITS. • Supervisor Training. • Business Practices Audits. • Employment Polciies & Procedures

Firm: Akerman Senterfitt

South Orange Avenue , Orlando , Florida 32801

Practice Areas: Corporate

Firm: Cole, Scott & Kissane, PA

1900 Summit Tower Blvd., Ste. 750 , Orlando , Florida 32810

Practice Areas: Personal Injury

Belinda is an associate at Cole, Scott, and Kissane's Orlando office. Her areas of practice are focused on personal injury protection (PIP), general civil litigation, catastrophic and personal injury, SIU insurance fraud defense, premises liability, product liability, professional malpractice, and vehicle negligence.. She earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science from the University of Central Florida in 2006. Upon graduating from college, She pursued her dream of becoming an attorney and, in 2009, earned her Juris Doctor from the University of Florida, Levin College of Law. While in law school, she was named to the Dean’s List. She was also Justice (President) of the Phi Alpha Delta, Law Fraternity, Fletcher Chapter. During law school, Ms. Rivera also became a Certified Legal Intern for the State Attorney’s Office of the Eighth Judicial Circuit and worked as a legal intern for the Innocence Project of Florida. She was awarded a Pro Bono Certificate from the law school for her volunteer work.. Upon graduating from law school, Belinda accepted a position as an Assistant Public Defender at the Office of the Public Defender of the Ninth Judicial Circuit. She practiced as an attorney there for almost six years trying over 40 trials ranging from misdemeanors to capital felonies, writing and arguing of motions, conducting depositions, and writing appeals.. Belinda is originally from San Juan, Puerto Rico, but has called Orlando her home for 15 years. She is fluent in Spanish.

The Law Offices of Aubrey Harry Ducker, Jr. , Orlando , Florida 32801

Practice Areas: Family

At The Law Offices of Aubrey Harry Ducker, Jr., P.L.C., we pride ourselves on taking a team approach to each client’s concerns. Please contact us today for an appointment with a lawyer if you have a question about family law, divorce, elder law, fathers’ and mothers’ rights, individual education plans or adult guardianships. You can reach our lawyers by phone at or by submitting the intake form on our contact us page.   Accomplishments Aubrey Harry Ducker Jr., is a member of the Orange County Bar Association, the Florida Bar Association and the American Bar Association, . He has received an “AV Preeminent” Peer Review Rating from Martindale-Hubbell, the Highest Rating Available. As a member of Collaborative Family Law of Central Florida, , Mr. Ducker works through the Collaborative Process to assist families in making their own decisions rather than leaving the courts to decide between competing views of the future. Mr. Ducker also serves by court appointment as a guardian ad litem — advocating for children in contested custody and abuse or neglect cases, and is a member of the Association of Family and Conciliation Courts, , and the Florida Association of Family and Conciliation Court . After serving six years in the U.S. Navy, Mr. Ducker attended Valencia Community College, where he served as Treasurer of the Alpha Gamma Omega Chapter of the International Honor Society, Phi Theta Kappa. He then attended the University of Central Florida, serving as President of the Society of Professional Journalists and the President’s Leadership Council. Mr. Ducker then obtained his law degree from the Levin College of Law at the University of Floridain Gainesville, where he served as the Law College Council President. Affiliations Mr. Ducker serves as Chair of the board of directors of Christian Ethics Today, .  He also serves on the Religious Liberty Council of the Baptist Joint Committee on Religious Liberty, . Locally, Mr. Ducker serves on the Board of Directors of the MustardSeed of Central Florida, , and Sunday School Director at Church on the Drive, a Cooperative Baptist Fellowship,  . - See more at: #

Firm: Law Offices of Barry Rigby, P.A.

2462 E Michigan St Ste 208 , Orlando , Florida 32806

Practice Areas: Ethics & Professional Responsibility

Firm: Than Law, P.A.

1829 E. Colonial Dr. , Orlando , Florida 32803

Practice Areas: Car Accidents

Born in Vietnam and raised in Orlando, Florida, Attorney Than earned his Juris Doctor from the University of Florida:  Levin College of Law in Gainesville, Florida and is admitted to practice law in Florida.. Attorney Than is the founding principal of Than Law, P.A., a full service law firm dedicated to serving the legal needs of Central Florida.  The firm's primary practices are personal injury, homeowners' insurance, immigration, family law, and trusts and estates.. Prior to opening his own practice, Attorney Than worked at a local Orlando Law Firm.  There, Attorney Than handled a large amount of cases involving Insurance Claims, Insurance Litigation, Family Law, and Probate matters.  In addition, because of his fluency in both English and Vietnamese, Attorney Than regularly advises members of the Central Florida Vietnamese Community on legal matters.. While attending Law School, Attorney Than interned for the Honorable Mary Day Coker at the Alachua County Court, Probate Division and at the Federal Defender's Office for the Middle District of Florida.

Firm: Samaroo Law

121 South Orange Avenue , Orlando , Florida 32801

Practice Areas: Personal Injury

Attorney Avita M. Samaroo is the founding partner of Samaroo Law where she practices personal injury law. Mrs. Samaroo helps her clients through difficult periods in their lives with compassionate yet assertive advocacy. She utilizes her diverse experience, analytical know-how and creativity to unwind complex personal injury cases which ultimately allows her clients to receive the true value for their injuries.  Specifically, most of her practice focuses on personal injuries sustained as a result of motor vehicle accidents. Mrs. Samaroo has settled motor vehicle accident claims for as high as four and a half million dollars ($4.5 million).. Mrs. Samaroo was raised in Southwest Orlando where she currently lives with her husband and two children. She earned a bachelor’s degree in Fine Arts from the University of South Florida and a Masters in Business Administration in Marketing Management from the University of Tampa. Mrs. Samaroo worked for the Chicago based company, American-Invsco, for several years, fine tuning her business and marketing skills, before pursuing her passion for the law.. Mrs. Samaroo graduated from Barry University School of Law with distinction. She earned the highest grade honors in Evidence, Property II, and Environmental Law, Jurisprudence, and Justice. She was also an active member of Barry’s prestigious Moot Court Honors Board where she had the distinct privilege of arguing before the Honorable Justices and Judges. Mrs. Samaroo was selected by her law school to be their Orange County Bar Association’s Young Lawyer’s liaison and was chosen for a coveted student seat at the George C. Young Inn of Court.. Mrs. Samaroo interned with the Office of the Federal Defender’s in the Middle District of Florida, where she gained invaluable federal experience. She also served as Legal Intern to the Honorable Patricia Doherty of the Ninth Judicial Circuit of Florida. This experience provided Mrs. Samaroo with a unique view from behind the bench providing insight on how cases are properly presented to the Court and what Judges expect from attorneys practicing in their courtroom. Immediately after taking the Bar Exam, Mrs. Samaroo accepted a position with a Longwood Civil Litigation firm, where she developed a passion for personal injury work.  She went on to accept a position at NeJame Law where she handled a wide variety of cases including those involving catastrophic injuries.. Community, Charity, Volunteering:  Mrs. Samaroo core beliefs is giving back to her community, donating, and volunteering her time to non-profits, speaking engagements and local events.  "Growing up as child my parents would feed the homeless in downtown Orlando and I wanted to continue this with my family."  Avita.   Throughout child, teen, and adulthood Avita has particpated in many local and national oganizations like; United Against Poverty, Hope and Health, Runway to Hope, Make-A-Wish Foundation, local school drives, to name a few.  In 2018, Samaroo Law organized their first series of community events directly benefiting the local communities of Orlando, Kissimmee, and Ocala.   These events helped families in the time need during times when it matters most.  Over the years the Samaroo Law Team has given away thousands of backpacks and water bottles for back to school, Turkeys for thanksgiving, and toys to kids from their very own Santa.  "The most amazing part is all the hugs I recieve from the people whose lives we touch." Avita.

Firm: Heskin Martinez Law Group

390 N. Orange Ave. , Orlando , Florida 32801

Practice Areas: Family

Ms. Dawkins focuses on family law and marital matters including dissolution of marriage, equitable distribution of marital assets and liabilities, alimony, parenting issues, timesharing, child support, paternity, and other marital issues. Ms. Dawkins is collaboratively trained.. Ms. Dawkins is actively involved in the Family Law Section of the Florida Bar, participating on the Membership Committee, Alternative Dispute Resolution Committee, and the Ad hoc Paternity Committee. She is also active in the Collaborative Family Law Group of Central Florida, the Central Florida Association For Women Lawyers, and the Orange County Bar Association's Young Lawyer's Section.

Firm: Allen Dyer Doppelt & Gilchrist, P.A.

255 S Orange Ave. Ste. 1401 , Orlando , Florida 32801

Practice Areas: Antitrust & Trade Regulation, Civil , Copyrights, Franchise , Trademarks, Intellectual Property

Firm: Windle Family Law Firm

938 Lake Baldwin , Orlando , Florida 32814

Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation

Aurora is an attorney at the Windle Family Law Firm. She is an alumni of UCF and received her law degree from Tulane University Law School. She is an active member of the Central Florida community and avid fan of Orlando sports, food, and outdoor adventures. Aurora McCreary has a passion for, and has committed her legal career to the practice of family law. Having personally experienced the difficulties of her adoption as a grown child, Aurora set out to devote her life to helping families though transition periods such as adoption, divorce, and paternity. Aurora understands the difficulties that come with divorce, modification, remarriage, relocation, termination of parental rights, and knows the emotions aspects of the process. She draws from her personal and professional experiences as well as those around her to cultivate strategies and solutions for her clients that are not set out in a book, but rather specifically suited for each client's needs and circumstances. Aurora is a firm believer of handling her client's matters by looking at the specific needs and desires rather than treating every client as a checklist. Aurora's passion in adoptions and terminations of parental rights has allowed her to bring families together even with all odds against them. She also specializes in LGBT issues and understand the specifics and challenges presented to same-sex couples regarding divorces and their families. Notably, Aurora recently won a court case allowing her clients, two women, legal rights over their children without the need for an adoption. Practices: Family Law, Adoption, Surrogacy, Estate and Wills, and Appeals.

Firm: Chisholm Law Firm, LLC

37 North Orange Avenue , Orlando , Florida 32801

Practice Areas: Intellectual Property

Audrey’s passion for helping people protect themselves with trademarks came from adversity when she learned that three different organizations were fraudulently using the name of her nonprofit organization, Revolution Leadership, Inc. (), in two different states and overseas without authorization.. Her firm has a 100% success rate with 501c3 tax-exempt nonprofit filings and federal trademark filings to date (Disclaimer: Past results do not determine future outcomes).. As an attorney, she has handled transactions with a combined value of several millions. Her clients range from Fortune 500 companies to start-up companies. She is the author of two #1 bestselling books on Amazon.. She has been nominated for the Florida Legal Elite award, which recognizes the state's top lawyers as selected by their peers. She was a speaker at the White House Summit on Hispanic Leadership hosted by the Obama administration and served on a televised panel with Senator Hillary Clinton discussing the real estate lending crisis. She was nominated for the Presidential Citizens Medal awarded by President Obama and was featured in Black Enterprise Magazine.. She is happily married to financial author Juan P. Chisholm, J.D. and is the mother of two gorgeous girls.

Firm: Marshall Dennehey

315 E Robinson St Ste 550 , Orlando , Florida 32801

Practice Areas: Medical Malpractice

Firm: DSK Law

332 North Magnolia Avenue , Orlando , Florida 32801

Practice Areas: Complex Commercial Litigation, General Civil Practice, Insurance Subrogation, Insurance Coverage and Bad Faith, Land Use, Local Government Law, Growth Management, Eminent Domain, Residential and Commercial Landlord Tenant, Bankruptcy