Copeland Lawyers

Hello. My name is Francis M. Boyer, Esq., and I would like to take a quick second to thank you for visiting my profile. My main office is located in Jacksonville, Florida, but our firm has two other offices located in Orlando and Miami. I regularly travel to these offices in order to better serve our clients who reside there. I am licensed to practice law throughout the entire state of Florida, as well as in the state of New York. My practice areas include business law, immigration, real estate, debt collection, civil litigation, and international law. I invite you to contact...

Brandon Volk is a trial lawyer licensed in all Florida state and federal courts, with a practice built around one thing: representing people injured onboard vessels, adjacent to vessels, and in connection with vessels. He handles maritime personal injury claims of all kinds — from cruise ship passengers and longshore workers to commercial crewmembers injured on tugs, barges, offshore vessels, and everything in between. Whether it’s a catastrophic injury or a hard-fought liability case, he’s known for delivering real results when it counts. Mr. Volk earned his law degree from Tulane University Law School, home to the top maritime law program...

Offering top-notch legal services in South Florida for over 36 years.

My name is Attorney Marlon A. Onias, and I am a proud U.S. Veteran, former police detective, and ardent attorney. There is an old proverb that says "First count the cost before you do the work." Preparing to make any decisions regarding a legal matter, from purchasing a business, drafting a will or engaging in litigation can be a life changing decision that must be handled with care, and grace. As a former police detective, and Veteran my number one goal is to make sure my client's are protected and secure in representation. As a kid raised in the...

Professional Associations: Miami-Dade County Bar Association American Bar Association (ABA), Franchise Forum International Franchise Association (IFA) American Association of Franchisees and Dealers (AAFD) Coalition of Franchisee Associations (CFA) Classes & Seminars: ABA’s Annual Franchise Forum AAFD's Annual Conventions Pro-Bono Activities: Miami Dade County 'Put Something Back' Program Bar Admissions: Florida U.S. District Court Southern District of Florida U.S. District Court Middle District of Florida U.S. District Court Northern District of Florida U.S. District Court Northern District of Illinois U.S. District Court Western District of Michigan U.S. District Court Eastern District of Arkansas U.S. District Court Western District of Arkansas U.S. Court of Appeals 5th Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals 9th Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals 11th Circuit

Helena Y. Farber is a magna cum laude graduate of Nova Southeastern University, Shepard Broad Law Center and a member of the Florida Bar. Ms. Farber received her undergraduate degree in psychology from Loyola University Chicago.During law school, Ms. Farber interned with the Honorable Renee Goldenberg, Broward County Circuit Court family judge. She also contributed over 200 pro bono hours representing underprivileged individuals as a Certified Legal Intern at Children and Families Clinic. After Helena graduated law school, she worked as an associate attorney for a Ft. Lauderdale, civil litigation law firm. At this firm Ms. Farber represented corporations like...

Paul's practice is focused on patent and trademark transactional work. He is a registered patent attorney with the US Patent and Trademark Office ("USPTO") and a Florida Board Certified Intellectual Property Atttorney. With regard to patents, Paul's work is primarily in the areas of materials, mechanical and biomedical technologies. His practice includes patent and trademark prosecution, licensing, transactional and opinion work, and client counseling. He also conducts in intellectual property due diligence for corporate transations and litigates Inter Partes Reviews before the USPTO.

Alex Senft, a personal injury attorney, is a committed advocate in the field of personal injury law. Known for his dedication and success, Alex has built a reputation as a trusted attorney for those impacted by vehicle accidents. His journey in law is marked by growth and steadfast commitment to his clients. Alex's legal career began at the Law Offices of Scott J. Senft, where he served from 2013 to 2022, gaining deep insights into personal injury law. This experience laid the groundwork for his specialized focus on car, truck, and rideshare accidents. Earning his law degree in 2020 from Touro University...

Mr. Kane graduated cum laude with a J.D. and L.LM from the University of Miami School of Law in Coral Gables, Florida and earned a B.A. in Government and Latin American Studies, cum laude from Franklin and Marshall College in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. Mr. Kane was raised in South Florida and attended Ransom Everglades High School. Mr. Kane has received the following honors, The National Advocates Florida: Top 100 "Wills, Trusts and Estates" which is awarded to Florida lawyers who exemplify superior qualifications of leadership, reputation, influence and performance in their area of specialty. Super Lawyers, Florida Rising Stars "Estate Planning...

A native of Jersey City, New Jersey, Mr. Abers joined the firm of Fazio, DiSalvo & Abers, P.A., more than 25 years ago, and since then has handled over 150 jury trials for our clients. His practice has always primarily focused on issues of medical malpractice, where doctors and other medical professionals fail to uphold the duty of care owed their patients in ways that lead directly to injury. However, he has additional experience across a wide range of injury types as well.

Allison L Bishow is a family law attorney in Ft. Lauderdale specializing in divorce, child support, paternity, alimony, and time-sharing. As a family lawyer, Ms. Bishow listens to all client's objectives and concerns in order to develop an individualized strategy to meet the needs of each client. She approaches every custody, divorce, and child support case with immense compassion and detail, well aware of the emotional nature of these matters. She understands the value of mediation in developing positive working relationships between individuals in stressful situations, particularly where children are involved. She enjoys advocating for her clients and is committed...

Kristin Padowitz earned her bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice from the University of Central Florida where she was a member of the Criminal Justice Honor Society. Subsequently, she went on to earn her law degree from Nova Southeastern University. Having gained experience in civil practice as well as criminal defense, Kristin had a desire to become a well-rounded lawyer. Because of that, Kristin Padowitz left the Broward County Public Defender’s Office to become a prosecutor at the Broward County State Attorney’s Office. During her time in the Broward County State Attorney’s Office, she tried upward of 75 cases, all in...

Benjamin is a partner at the firm with a practice focused on real estate and business transactions, and real estate litigation. Benjamin received his Juris Doctorate from the University of Miami School of Law, where he graduated magna cum laude, was a member of the International and Comparative Law Review, and received multiple scholarships and awards, including the Dean’s and Cali Honors Award in Federal Courts and the Dean’s Merit Scholarship.

After graduating from law school, Benjamin has developed an acute understanding of real estate matters, both from a litigation and a transactional perspective. He has years of experience as a...

Criminal Defense Attorney | Former Prosecutor | Trusted Advocate in South Florida Michael White is a seasoned criminal defense attorney based in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, with a reputation for tenacious advocacy and strategic legal insight. As a former prosecutor and the former General Counsel for the Broward County Police Benevolent Association, he brings a rare and valuable perspective to every case he defends. Michael focuses his practice exclusively on criminal defense, representing clients throughout Broward, Miami-Dade, and Palm Beach Counties in cases ranging from DUI and drug crimes to white-collar offenses, violent crimes, and weapons charges. He has successfully defended clients in...

Jon has spent his entire legal career practicing securities. He handled over 1,000 securities matters and has successfully represented some of the most demanding clients in multi-million-dollar disputes throughout Florida and United States. He has represented individual and corporate clients in civil actions in state and federal court (at the trial and appellate level); in regulatory investigations; in arbitrations; and in private mediations.

Jon has handled a wide range of matters, including: (i) stockbroker misconduct and investment fraud disputes (including claims involving unsuitability, churning, unauthorized trading, failure to execute trades, failure to hedge, selling away, theft, research analyst conflicts of...

Attorney Siddall has dedicated his entire career to the practice of Criminal Law. He started with the State Attorney’s office where he handled thousands of criminal cases and was lead counsel in dozens of trials with an excellent success rate.

Attorney Siddall graduated Magna Cum Laude from Texas State University with a Bachelor of Arts degree in English. Then, after serving three years as an Air Force officer, he obtained his law degree, with Honors, from the University Of Arkansas – William H. Bowen School of Law. Robert has the experience, knowledge, personality, and talent you are looking for when...

After more than 20 years practicing in the U.S. Army JAG Corps, we decided to alter direction and serve in a different way. Now, we share our passion by helping others. Our passion is to empower you to find future-focused solutions to your family disputes and those work-place and social challenges that could land you in court. Our service includes a comprehensive consult to help identify areas of potential agreement and use that as a basis for future success. Talk to us today about how we can support your growth, limit your stress, and chart a new future. Let us...

David has been actively involved in the real estate world for over 7+ years serving as the Director of AAA Financial Corporation, CEO of Capital Funding Financial, and as Real Estate Agent, Mortgage Originator, & Attorney to a high net worth clientele. David graduated with numerous awards from the University of Miami with a degree in Finance & Accounting while starting for the #1 ranked Hurricanes as an outfielder on the baseball team. David went on to play for the Colorado Rockies before heading back to law school to specialize in real estate law. David proceeded to get his LL.M....

A Florida Certified Public Accountant since 1999. Clerked for one of two bankruptcy judges in Broward County Florida for two years. Prior successful law partnership with Chapter 7 panel bankruptcy trustee. A Master of Business Administration since 2000.

With over 35 years of experience, Matthew Lane handles complex cases involving child custody, division of assets, alimony, high asset/high net- worth divorces, relocations, and modifications to parenting plans (custody and visitation). Matthew Lane is a Phi Beta Kappa graduate of Emory University and a graduate of Northwestern University School of Law. Subsequent to law school, Mr. Lane served as a law clerk to the Chief Judge of the United States District Court for the Southern District of Ohio. Mr. Lane has been Chair of the Palm Beach County Bar Association Marital and Family Law Committee for four terms. He is...

David A. Beale is a graduate of Cornell University (B.S. 1971) and Fordham Law School (J.D. 1974, Law Review 1972-74). He is a member of the New York Bar (1975) and Florida Bar (1990). David Beale is a member of The American Bar Association, The Florida Bar Association, New York State Bar Association, Association of the Bar of City of New York, and Palm Beach County Bar Association. He belongs to the Business Law Section and its Computer Law Committee of the Florida Bar, as well as its Entertainment Arts and Sports Law Section, where he served...

I am an experienced and compassionate Divorce and Family Lawyer dedicated to helping my clients with matters such as contested and uncontested divorce, child support enforcement, custody vs. time sharing, document preparation, parental alienation, and more. I received my law degree from the University of Hawaii’s William H. Richardson School of Law and have extensive experience working with clients in a variety of matters surrounding divorce and family law. I have personal experience in custody battles, which helped shaped my legal approach to assisting my clients. Call or visit my website for more information.

The Castro Law Firm, located in Royal Palm Beach, Florida, provides a range of legal services to clients that focus on probate, estate planning and business. Attorney Taren Castro is a former Florida State Trooper, Assistant State Attorney and Assistant Attorney General. Because of this experience, she has a unique, diverse background on the inner workings of the criminal and civil legal systems. This experience can be invaluable for her clients. Whether you need assistance with probate, estate planning or business Attorney Castro can assist you. Born to immigrant parents, Taren is fluent in Spanish. If you only...

Former Assistant State Attorney in Palm Beach County and a US Air Force Retired Military Officer with 20 years in law enforcement. Graduated cum laude from the University of Maryland School of Law and have a Master's Degree in Criminal Justice and Criminology from the University of Maryland. As a former Prosecutor, I handled thousands of cases such as, Retail Thefts, Suspended License, Driving Under the Influence, Narcotics Possession, Grand Theft, Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon and Attempted First Degree Murder. I have done over 50 trials before 10 different judges. I served as Division...

ANDREA A. ROBINSON has dedicated her career to seeking justice on behalf of those who have been wronged. As an attorney at Searcy Denney, Ms. Robinson represents clients who have been harmed by careless drivers, defective products, harmful prescription drugs and negligent health care providers. Ms. Robinson is very active within the legal community and was recently named the 2014 Young Lawyer of the Year by the Palm Beach County Bar Association. She is a member of the Florida Justice Association, Florida Bar Association, the Palm Beach County Justice Association, and the Palm Beach County Bar Association. In April 2014, Ms....

As a Searcy Denney Scarola Barnhart & Shipley PA Shareholder, Mr. Hill’s practice focuses on automobile and trucking negligence, product liability and medical malpractice. Since joining the firm, he has secured many million- and multi-million dollar verdicts and settlements on behalf of his clients. His highest jury verdict to date was in excess of $30 million in a medical malpractice case. Mr. Hill has been named in the Best Lawyers in America and the Florida Super Lawyers publications since 2013. He has been recognized by both South Florida Legal Guide and Super Lawyers as a rising star in the...

Are you facing criminal charges? Your future deserves a defender who's been on both sides of the courtroom. As a former Public Defender turned private practice trial attorney, I've handled over 500 cases and spent countless hours in the courtroom fighting for my clients' rights. From misdemeanors to complex felonies, I bring the same unwavering dedication to every case. My approach is simple but powerful: - Prepare relentlessly for the unexpected - Fight zealously for your rights - Communicate clearly every step of the way - Stay human while being your strongest advocate My experience ranges from high-stakes felony trials to precedent-setting cases. But what truly sets...

Reggie Smith Law located in the Florida Keys. Reggie Smith is dedicated to providing personalized legal assistance to individuals and families with matters of immigration, United States citizenship, deportation, and removal defense.

As an immigration attorney, I recognize and understand, first-hand, the urgent needs of my clients have for seeking immigrant visas including visa as a battered spouse, child or parent as amended by the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA).

I am a Brazilian licensed attorney since 1999. I came to the United States back in 2002. With no English, my career changed from Brazilian lawyer to a...

President, CEO, Shareholder and Founding Partner of the firm in 1978, Richard D. Schuler has been actively involved in Civil Trial Litigation for 33 years. He has considerable experience in defending and prosecuting civil cases. For the past 28 years, his practice has been deveoted to representing injured plaintiffs in complex matters including medical malpractice, product liability, airplane crashes, construction accidents, automobile accidents and other types of personal injury claims.

Steven Bell is a criminal defense attorney and partner at the law firm Meltzer & Bell, P.A. With extensive knowledge of the Florida court system, Bell represents clients with a range of criminal charges, including DUI, drug offenses, and violent crimes. After graduating magna cum laude from Nova Southeastern University Bell became licensed to practice law in the state of Florida in 2004. Immediately, he joined the Broward County Public Defender's Office in the Juvenile Division as an Assistant Public Defender. In just three short years Bell was placed in the Felony Division in 2007. ...

Michelle Merson, Esq. graduated from Nova Southeastern University School of Law in 1992.
After working side by side with a prominent criminal defense attorney for 12 years on every type of criminal felony and misdemeanor cases, Michelle decided Misdemeanor crimes needed to be the focus of her practice. Misdemeanors and only misdemeanors. Why? “My experience has shown me that misdemeanor cases are routinely not given the priority they deserve,” Michelle explains. “I feel a need to provide these often forgotten clients with a high level of personal service and attention.”

Because she realizes that a person charged with a misdemeanor is...

Christopher B. Hopkins is a managing partner of Hopkins PA, a business advisory and advocacy boutique law firm. He has more than 25 years of trial and appellate experience representing businesses and families in the areas of defamation, privacy, cyber security, commercial, malpractice, nursing home, and probate litigation. In addition to his work in the courtroom, Christopher’s practice involves a wide range of emerging technologies such as cybersecurity, data breach, e-discovery, Internet crimes, policy/terms-of-service drafting, privacy, and social media discovery. Christopher’s work in these areas permits him to protect client data as well as effectively target discovery...

At the Law Offices of Greg Rosenfeld, P.A., we provide aggressive representation to clients facing criminal charges. Attorney Rosenfeld was named in the 10 Best list for client satisfaction by the American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys (2016-2020), has been selected as a Rising Star by Super Lawyers 2016-2020, is a Florida Bar Leadership Academy Committee Member, was admitted to the Supreme Court of the United States of America (2017), and was chosen to the Wm. Reece Smith, Jr. Leadership Academy (2018-2020), which only 30 attorneys throughout Florida are selected to. Additionally, Mr. Rosenfeld is the Past President of the...

Amanda worked as an Assistant State Attorney in St. Lucie and Martin Counties. She gained vast trial experience while prosecuting cases ranging from driving under the influence to violent crimes. Amanda brings that experience to her work at Donaldson and Weston.

Mrs. Diffenderfer is Shareholder and President of Lewis, Longman & Walker, P.A. and holds an AV Preeminent Rating from Martindale-Hubbell. Michelle assists landowners, businesses and governments with local, state and federal, environmental, natural resource and land development legal requirements. Michelle helps clients navigate these laws and regulations in the permitting of their land development and infrastructure projects.

Michelle volunteers for a number of organizations dear to her, including, the American Bar Association's Section of Environment, Energy & Resources, the Gulfstream Council for Leadership Florida and the Episcopal Church of Bethesda by the Sea. Michelle is also a member of...

I am a criminal defense attorney. To some, that means I am noble and honorable because I do something no one else wants to do. To others, I represent the world’s worst people and therefore must be one of them myself. To me, it means I wouldn’t want to live in a world where I only got a lawyer if my accusers liked me. I hope none of you ever needs me. But if you ever do, I will be there to stand next to you and tell your accusers to prove it; to tell...