Nokomis Business Lawyers

Barbara M. Pizzolato, P.A., is committed to offering you the kind of personalized, customized legal services you expect and deserve. With 28 years of experience in a multitude of jurisdictions and practice areas, Ms. Pizzolato has mastered the tools and strategies inherent in proper estate planning, allowing her to effectively address the legal issues affecting you, your loved ones and your business. In addition, Ms. Pizzolato is dedicated to forging strong personal relationships with her clients. She will work with you in a collaborative way to guide you through difficult and complicated personal and business matters, and work tirelessly...

Certified mediator in Circuit Courts and Middle District of Florida since 1990, with hundreds of mediations conducted. Commercial litigation in state and federal courts since 1979, including antitrust, intellectual property, securities, environmental, employment, receiverships, business dissolutions, sports and entertainment.

David M. Platt has more than 38 years of experience as an estate planning and business attorney. David concentrates his law practice in the areas of estate planning and administration, probate litigation, pre and post nuptial agreements, real estate and business entity formation. He assists clients in the preparation of wills, trusts, family cottage limited partnerships, as well as providing counsel to minimize income and estate taxes.

David frequently speaks and writes on estate planning and business matters for financial planners, accountants and attorneys, as well as the general public. He is an adjunct professor of law at the Michigan...

Attorney Peter Fisher practices in the areas of Business, Construction, Employment and Litigation.

Peter’s mission is to provide his clients with thoughtful, creative, and cost-effective legal solutions for their business-related issues.

Peter has helped numerous homeowners, project owners, contractors, subcontractors and design professionals with the resolution of construction-related disputes, and with the drafting and negotiation of construction and employment-related contracts.

Peter earned his J.D. from The Northeastern University School of Law in Boston, Massachusetts. Peter is licensed in both Florida and Massachusetts and, prior to relocating to Southwest Florida with his wife and two children, Peter represented clients...

I have extensive civil litigation experience including, but not limited to, breach of contracts involving real estate transactions and services, automobile accidents, complex civil litigation, insurance bad faith, §1983 cases, slip and fall injuries and workers’ compensation cases. I have a wide variety of Traffic, Misdemeanor and Felony experience with cases involving arson, assault, domestic violence, possession and distribution of drugs, vehicular assault, sexual assault, child abuse, kidnapping and attempted murder. My extensive family law litigation experience includes large and small estates, restraining orders, child support, and custody disputes involving allegations of physical, emotional and/or sexual abuse.

Jason Margolin represents businesses and individuals in resolving controversies through court proceedings, trials, alternative dispute resolutions, and administrative proceedings. He advocates for clients involved in both jury and non-jury actions, in state and federal court cases, as well as in arbitrations.

In addition to his general commercial litigation experience, Jason also represents creditors, debtors, and Ponzi-scheme victims in bankruptcy matters, including adversary proceedings and federal court receivership proceedings.

Julia Weber has been serving as an associate attorney at Southron Firm, P.A. since May 2023, following her admission to the Florida Bar. A graduate of Georgetown University Law Center, where she earned her Juris Doctor in 2021, Julia brings a solid academic foundation and extensive professional experience to her legal practice. She focuses on delivering personalized legal counsel, with a special emphasis on intellectual property. Julia chose to join a smaller firm to ensure that she could prioritize individualized client care and devote focused attention to each case. Her career in intellectual property law has been marked by a deep...

At Fox and Fox, P.A., experience is our strongest asset. Established in 1970 by Roland Fox, the firm has served individuals and businesses throughout Clearwater, Palm Harbor, Safety Harbor, Dunedin and Tarpon Springs for more than 40 years. The founder's son, Gregory Fox, continues the firm’s long-standing tradition of providing quality, client-centered services that achieve positive results. With 30 years of experience, attorney Gregory Fox is qualified to handle a wide range of legal issues including preparing documents for your basic or complex estate planning needs, representing you in the purchase or sale of your commercial or residential property,...

Christopher Sean Mulligan is a Florida native and third generation Florida attorney. Born in Inverness, Florida, Mr. Mulligan graduated with honors and a Bachelor in Science from Florida State University, majoring in Political Science and Criminology/Criminal Justice and then obtained his Juris Doctorate in 2006 from the George Washington University Law School in Washington, D.C. While in Washington, Mr. Mulligan worked for a variety of nonprofit organizations in the areas of domestic violence, criminal justice reform, education policy, and campaign finance reform. Mr. Mulligan has been quoted or published in the New York Times, The Washington Post,...

Andrew J Thompson was licensed to practice in Indiana in 1990. He had previously passed the Uniform Certified Public Accounting examination in 1985, while working for KPMG Peat Marwick as a Tax Specialist. Mr. Thompson is an entrepreneur, long time estate planner, former trust officer, business owner, and experienced general practice attorney. The Thompson Law Office provides service to families and businesses with the goal of helping them achieve the best results in line with their goals. The practice is founded on a collaborative approach where the client always makes the decisions. Areas of practice...

With over 18 years of experience in the legal field, Don has become a trusted advisor to community associations of all types and sizes. Don earned his Juris Doctorate from the University of Miami, School of Law with honors where he focused on litigation, property law and dispute resolution. Don has worked for a variety of law firms in Southwest Florida. Most recently, Don has focused exclusively on assisting and handling community association matters. Don’s significant litigation experience provides a unique perspective to assist community associations resolve any type of legal dispute. Don has helped countless associations navigate...

Steven J. Bracci is an attorney in Naples, Collier County, Florida, practicing in the areas of real estate law, business and corporate law, and civil litigation including the defense of individual property rights against overreaching homeowners and condominium associations, overzealous code enforcement departments and boards, and administrative agency actions.

Bilingual attorney admitted to practice in both local and federal courts and government agencies in Florida, New York and Puerto Rico. Engage mainly with multinational business entities in and out of Puerto Rico, representing these companies with business, corporate law, litigation, tax exemption, however not limited thereto. Involved with matters and issues concerning industrial promotion under the scope of the Economic Development Administration's programs and related governmental agencies and entities. Legal Counsel for several entities not limited to Acts 73,22 and 20, as amended, Act 60, in Florida, New York and Puerto Rico.

Robert W. Pyles is located in the Clearwater offices of McIntyre Thanasides Bringgold Elliott Grimaldi & Guito, P.A.. Mr. Pyles focuses his practice on complex commercial litigation, business torts litigation, complex business disputes, real estate matters, and mergers and acquisitions. His practice encompasses the areas of real estate transactions and development, land use and zoning as well. Mr. Pyles regularly appears before local, state and federal courts and agencies in both legal and administrative proceedings; he counsels and represents property owners, tenants, developers, and investors in a variety of real estate and transactional projects including buying, selling, and leasing; and...

Dustin D. Deese graduated from the University of South Florida, earning a B.S. in accounting and finance. In 2002, Mr. Deese received his J.D., summa cum laude, from Stetson University College of Law. While at Stetson, Dustin served on the Stetson Law Review and was a recipient of the Dana Foundation Merit Scholarship. After earning his J.D., Mr. Deese clerked for the Honorable Patricia C. Fawsett, Chief Judge of the United States District Court for the Middle District of Florida in 2003. Mr. Deese then began his legal career as an associate with Trenam Kempker. In 2006, Mr. Deese...

Marc Matthews spent several years working in the trial departments of some of the largest and most prestigious law firms in the U.S., including Holland & Knight, LLP and DLA Piper US LLP, representing large companies and truck drivers in trucking accidents, catastrophic injury and product liability cases, and commercial disputes. Relying on that experience, he joined forces with one of the preeminent plaintiffs' firms in the State of Florida, prosecuting catastrophic injury and wrongful death claims through verdict. In 2013 alone, he obtained two verdicts* in excess of ten million dollars. Always striving to passionately represent his...

Kristi is a member of Anthony & Partners, and joined the firm in 2011. Kristi concentrates primarily on complex trial practice, representing international, national and local clients in the areas of False Claims Act and qui tam claims, government contracting, nursing home, product liability and medical malpractice defense. She also litigates sophisticated collection matters and creditors’ rights cases. Kristi is certified by the Florida Supreme Court as an Appellate, Circuit and County Court Mediator and Arbitrator. She serves as a mediator on personal injury and commercial litigation matters in state and federal courts. Before joining Anthony & Partners, Kristi worked...

I am a native Floridian and spent most of my life in Pinellas County, Florida. Following graduation from Tarpon Springs High School, I received a bachelor’s degree in accounting from the University of Florida and a master’s degree in accounting from the University of South Florida. After working in accounting for several years, I decided that my true passion was in the legal profession and proceeded down the path to become an attorney. Even though I chose to leave the accounting profession, that experience remains invaluable in analyzing cases because I view real estate and business matters through a lens...

Jennifer is an Associate Attorney at Dal Lago Law focusing on bankruptcy and business law. She works together with her clients to facilitate the formation of a new business and to maintain that business throughout its lifespan. Should the need ever arise, Jennifer will guide clients through the Chapter 11 bankruptcy process in an effort to reestablish a business’ successful endeavor. Jennifer is admitted to practice in Florida and is a member of the Collier County, Lee County, and Tampa Bay Bar Associations. Prior to joining Dal Lago, Jennifer was a Judicial Law Clerk in the Delaware...

Ted W. Weeks IV is a civil trial lawyer, who regularly practices in state and federal court. His practice is focused in general civil litigation, business litigation, real estate and land use litigation and personal injury law. Ted is licensed to practice law in all state, federal and appellate courts throughout Florida and has represented a variety of clients from individuals, small businesses, and large corporations, as well as local governments and universities. An active member of the local legal community, Ted recently served as Chair of the 10th Judicial Circuit Grievance Committee and is member of...

Jessica R. Palombi is a licensed attorney in Florida and Pennsylvania. She devotes the majority her time to Condominium and Homeowners Association, Real Property, Small Business, and Estate Planning matters. She believes in being responsive and available to her clients and in providing individualized attention to each matter. Jessica is originally from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. She received her Bachelor's degree from Wheeling Jesuit University in Wheeling, West Virginia and her Juris Doctorate from Ave Maria School of Law in Naples, Florida. Jessica began her career with a prominent law firm focusing on Condo & HOA law. ...

EDUCATION • Corporate Law Doctorate Studies, Complutense University of Madrid, Spain. 2002 • Juris Doctor, Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico.2003 • International Law Studies. Ortega & Gasett, Toledo, Spain. 2002 • B.A. Justice Systems, Universidad del Sagrado Corazón, San Juan, Puerto Rico. 1995 • High School, Colegió San José, San Juan, Puerto Rico.1994 CERTIFICATIONS / BAR ADMISSIONS Certified Paralegal - International Association for Continuing Legal Education. 2004 Commonwealth of Puerto Rico Active Bar Membership - RUA 16,518 Notary Public.2007 United States Court of Appeals for the First Circuit Boston, MA. 2007 Notary Public Florida State 2017 Certified Closing Agent Florida State 2017 Stakeholder for the Us Federal Government 2007 EOIR #ZZ970871 Yacht...

Kevin Carmichael MS JD LLM CPA, is a Tax Partner with the Naples office of the Wood Buckel and Carmichael, PLLC. He is admitted to practice before the US District Court for the Middle and Southern Districts of Florida, the US Claims Court and the US Tax Court. Mr. Carmichael is a Certified Public Accountant and a member of the Florida Institute of Certified Public Accountants. His practice focuses primarily on matters concerning business entity law, federal and state taxation, international tax, tax controversy, tax exempt organizations. He worked as a CPA for Ernst and Young in Miami before...