Areas of Practice |
| • Bankruptcy |
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Family Law |
| • Business |
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Real Estate |
| • Mediation |
| • Litigation |
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Areas of Practice
 I proudly serve
my clients in the following areas of law:
Bankruptcy
Bankruptcy
Law went through a major change in October 2005. Since then,
the real estate "market" in Florida has spiraled into a
severe slump - a "depression" per some, the mortgage mess
and other factors have led some people to the brink of economic
ruin. If you have experienced financial downturns in your life
which have you wondering what options remain for you, come in for a
free consultation to determine if a form of bankruptcy protection is
a real option for you and your family.
My firm represents individuals and commercial clients in Chapter
7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy proceedings. As such, this office has been
designated as a Debt Relief Agency. We assist persons in the filing
of bankruptcy. Decades of experience means that we can provide the
best course for dealing with your creditors and protecting your
assets.
Family Law
I handle a full range of Family Law matters including step parent
adoptions, divorce, adoption, separation, name changes,
guardianships, premarital agreements, paternity, custody, and
support, as well as contempt, modifications, and enforcement of judgments.
If you need advice and representation in cases involving any of
these, I have over 27 years experience handling such matters.
These cases are never easy, even when they are basically
uncontested. Ending a marriage or relationship which have
produced children can be emotionally trying whether for the mother
or the father. Florida law provides for each parent to remain
actively with and having co-equal rights to the children - unless to
do so would be harmful for the kids. Let me explain the law
regarding parental rights - determine child support - and help you
on the way to your new life, keeping the children's interest
paramount.
Business and Commercial Litigation
I represent clients in State Court when disputes are
over contracts and other commercial matters. As a member of
the Business Law section of the Florida Bar, I can provide you and
your business with over 27 years of experience. Whether
evaluating the option in the formation of your business, or if you
have the need for representation in court, call me for a
consultation.
Business Organizations
The form of business chosen for a business entity potentially affects
every aspect of its operations. I firm assist my clients in formation
and business planning in deciding whether they want to operate as
a closely held business, limited liability company, partnership, or
corporation. We advise our clients about directors' and officers'
liability, dissolution, franchising, reorganization, trade association
membership and activity, joint ventures, mergers, acquisitions, divestitures,
business successions, and shareholders' rights. Tax matters are
referred to a C.P.A. When you can't get what you need from sunbiz.org,
call me.
Real Estate
As a member of Attorney's Title Insurance Fund for over 22 years, I
represent both commercial clients and individuals in all
proceedings and transactions that deal with real property-land and
the structures attached to it-including purchase and sale, construction,
mortgages and foreclosures, leases, zoning, title examinations, quiet
title actions, closings, and management. Further, I handle all Residential
and commercial Sale/Purchase closings. Preparation of mortgages, (collateral
and wrap-around), UCC-1 Financing and Security Agreements, Easements,
Cross Easements. Agreements involving Party Wall, Partition, General
and Limited Partnership and Joint Venture Agreements. Deeds including
Quit Claims, General Warranty and Limited Warranty. Leases; both commercial
and residential, as well as equipment. In addition, I handle Owner's
and Loan Title Policies, Title Opinions, Guarantee Agreements, Indemnity
Agreements, Purchase and Lease Options and Defending Condemnation
proceedings. Attending
hearings and opposing objections; incorporation or residential and
commercial condominiums, applications and attending hearings for making
approvals of residential and commercial subdivisions of properties.
Zoning and residential and commercial subdivision approvals, incorporation
of condominiums.
Mediation and Alternative Dispute Resolution
Mediation and Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) is the process
of resolving legal conflicts without going to trial. I am a Florida Supreme Court certified Family Law mediator with over
14 years experience. Whether custody, visitations, child
support, or distribution of assets and debts, let me put my
experience to work for you. I am also a Juvenile Dependency
Law mediator. If you are caught up with DCF, you may be ripe
to try and settle your case through mediation
Litigation
I represent and advise clients who are or might become involved
in a lawsuit as a result of a dispute, including prevention and settlement,
in such areas as personal injury and employment claims, contract disputes,
family law, and commercial matters. With over 27 years
experience, if you need to sue someone, or to defend yourself, call
me for an appointment. Let me fight for you.
Construction and Mechanics' Lien Litigation
I practice construction and mechanics'
lien disputes representing homeowners and builders, whether pre-suit
or during litigation.
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