Hobe Sound Lawyers

Gary S. Menzer received his bachelor’s degree from the University of Central Florida and his Juris Doctor from St. Thomas University School of Law. Mr. Menzer began his career with Morgan Stanley as a financial advisor and later as a hedge fund trader. Mr. Menzer has held series 7, 31, 55 and 63 registrations. Prior to becoming a Founding Partner in Menzer & Hill, Mr. Menzer served as Vice President and Corporate Counsel for a publicly-traded broker-dealer. Having served as Corporate Counsel, Mr. Menzer brings a truly unique perspective and understanding of how broker-dealers defend against...

After graduating from South Shore High School, He attended the State University of New York at Albany (‘89 grad) and then Brooklyn Law School (’94 grad). After working at a small firm I formed the partnership of Fink & Moskowitz, LLP with an office on Court Street in Brooklyn Heights. He eventually moved to Westchester, New York and then relocated to South Florida after 9/11. He's been practicing law since 1995 and now focus on all areas of Marital and Family Law. He is admitted to practice law in both Florida and New York and I...

Alan M. Aronson is the moving force behind the Workers' Compensation field of practice of Rosenthal, Levy, Simon, & Ryles. His line of experience is found in workers’ compensation litigation, social security disability, retirement and pension, employment and labor claims including overtime wage and hour. Alan completed his Juris Doctor Program at the Jacob Fuchsberg School of Law, Tuoro College in 1980. Although admitted to practice law in both Florida and New York, he has spent the past fifteen years practicing in Florida. His work as the General Counsel of the Palm Beach County Police Benevolent Association...

Originally hailing from New York, William P. Sepulveda relocated to Martin County, and later to Palm Beach County, at a young age, driven by his aspirations to serve and protect his community. Before pursuing his legal education at the University of Florida Levin College of Law, William obtained his undergraduate degree from Palm Beach Atlantic University. During his time at Palm Beach Atlantic University, William collaborated with various local nonprofits, actively contributing to the betterment of Palm Beach County. Continuing his dedication to community service, William assumed the role of Assistant State Attorney at the State Attorney’s Office in West Palm...

Lake H. "Trey" Lytal, III is a distinguished civil trial attorney renowned for his expertise in personal injury and wrongful death litigation, encompassing areas such as automobile accidents, products liability, medical malpractice, legal malpractice, and premises liability. Holding the prestigious title of Florida Bar Board Certified Civil Trial Lawyer, he exemplifies the pinnacle of attorney proficiency and experience. His track record includes securing numerous multi-million dollar verdicts and settlements for clients across Florida and the United States. Encountering cases where insurance companies offered minimal settlements, even in cases involving fatalities, Mr. Lytal has successfully persuaded juries to award his clients over...

I received my Juris Doctor with a certificate in Environmental and Land Use Law from the University of Florida's Levin College of Law. A double Gator, I also received my Bachelor of Arts in political science from the University of Florida. Clients turn to me when they have complex litigation matters because of my experience in state and federal courts. Additional areas of experience include product liability, medical malpractice, catastrophic aviation accidents, legal malpractice, accounting malpractice, nursing home claims, construction litigation and commercial litigation, as well as a variety of general negligence matters.

Matthew A. Goldberger dedicates his practice to helping individuals and their families in accident, personal injury and criminal cases. Mr. Goldberger graduated from the University of Florida and went on to attend Georgetown University Law School. After graduating with honors from Georgetown Law, Mr. Goldberger practiced at two of the world’s largest and most prestigious law firms, located in New York and Miami. After several years representing large corporations in sophisticated commercial litigation and corporate bankruptcy matters, Mr. Goldberger founded the Goldberger Firm to provide responsive legal service to individual clients. Mr. Goldberger draws on his unique experience...

As the founder of my firm after graduating from law school, I've been deeply involved in the successful resolution and litigation of hundreds of cases across various areas, including automobile accidents, premises liability, construction accidents, toxic torts, and civil rights violations. Over eight years, I consistently obtained favorable outcomes and generous awards for my clients in New York and New Jersey. My dedication to the legal profession led me to join several professional organizations, including the New York State Trial Lawyers Association, the Bay Ridge Lawyers Association, and the Columbian Lawyers Association. I'm proud to have been featured in VerdictSearch's...

Trent J. Swift has dedicated his legal career to litigation and advocacy. Prior to joining Lytal, Reiter, Smith, Ivey & Fronrath, Mr. Swift was associated with a general practice litigation firm, where he concentrated on complex commercial litigation and civil litigation. His expertise has led to numerous favorable verdicts and confidential settlements for his clients. Trent obtained his undergraduate degree in Political Science from New York University, followed by his law degree from New York Law School. During his time in law school, Trent served as a research assistant, collaborating with non-governmental organizations (NGOs) across Asia to raise awareness about human...

Ms. Melissa Clark handles litigation and bankruptcy for distressed consumers and small businesses. She also handles criminal defense cases in Florida and Arizona. She graduated from the University of Utah’s S.J. Quinney College of Law in the top ten percent of her class (Order of the Coif). She was also a member of the Utah Law Review and served on the Student Bar Association. Clark was a member of the Moot Court Team that represented her school at the national competition in New York. After law school, Clark clerked for the Honorable Daniel A. Barker of the Arizona Court...

William "Bill" Abel received his law degree from the University of Miami School of Law, with honors, and served as Executive Editor of the Inter-American Law Review. Bill is board certified as a specialist in civil trial law by The Florida Bar and is also rated "AV" by Martindale Hubbell. An "AV" rating distinguishes Bill as having very high general ethical standards and legal ability as evaluated by his peers. Bill limits his practice to representing individuals and families who have suffered serious personal injury or wrongful death. For fifteen years, Bill represented the interests of insurance companies and big...

Over 40 years experience. Over 200 jury trials. Multi million dollar verdicts. Rated AV preeminent by Martindale Hubbell, Lifetime Senior Fellow American Board of Trial Advocates.

Ted Babbitt has won more than lawsuits over the past four decades. He’s won accolades and esteem. Since 1973, Mr. Babbitt has been a member of the Inner Circle of Advocates, an invitation-only group limited to just 100 of the top plaintiffs’ lawyers in the country. He’s written more than 100 articles that have appeared in national and local publications, given lectures for other attorneys, chaired nearly a dozen professional committees, and been listed – for more than 20 years — in The Best Lawyers in America. All the while, he has successfully tackled some of the toughest personal injury...

Stuart M. Gottlieb graduated from Brooklyn College of the City University of New York with a Bachelor of Arts in 1970 and a Master of Science in 1975. He attended Brooklyn law School and graduated with a Juris Doctor, cum laude, in 1980. He later obtained a Master of laws in Estate Planning from the University of Miami in 2000. In 1981, he was admitted to the bars in Florida and New York, and was admitted as an attorney of and qualified to practice in the U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida.

As a Board Certified Civil Trial Lawyer, I have been practicing law for over three decades, with licenses in both State and Federal Courts. Born in Lakeland, Florida, I was admitted to the Florida Bar in 1980 after earning my Juris Doctor from Mercer University. Before that, I completed my Bachelor of Arts in U.S. History at Vanderbilt University in 1977. My legal career expanded when I was admitted to the United States District Court, Southern District of Florida in 1981 and the Trial Bar in 1984. I've also been admitted to the Middle District of Florida, further broadening my...

If you are dealing with charges of criminal conduct, it is imperative that you know who you can trust to provide you with the representation your case requires. Criminal charges are always serious and should be addressed by a competent West Palm Beach criminal attorney who has your best interests in minds. Attorney Ridolfo fits that description! He has a thorough understanding of the criminal process, having had experience both as a prosecutor and a defender. He knows how to come to your assistance and fight for the resolution that is in your best interests. Are you facing accusations of...

Focus over 30 years of tech industry sales, marketing, finance, & legal experience on the multi-disciplinary requirements of my clients. Advise entrepreneurs, management teams, and investors in the creation of technology companies, scaling of operations, maximization of their value, and achieving profitable exit events. Help stakeholders leverage human, financial, & intellectual capital to achieve profitability and serve the public good.

Mr. Rhoads has practiced law in Palm Beach County since 2003. He began his professional career with Kingcade & Rhoads, in West Palm Beach, Florida, where he handled cases including personal injury, family law, contract litigation, medical malpractice, nursing home abuse, wage violations and employment discrimination. He then was associated with the law office of Brian D. Guralnick, P.A., in West Palm Beach where he focused his practice on handling cases involving automobile negligence, products liability and construction negligence. Currently, he has been actively involved in Civil Trial Litigation handling all phases of civil cases including automobile...

Mrs. Fraga is a Managing Partner at Acosta & Fraga Law, PLLC a boutique Immigration and Nationality Law practice in South Florida with offices in Lake Worth, Florida and Puerto Rico. She is licensed to practice law in the State of Florida by the Florida Supreme Court and is also admitted to practice before the U.S. Southern District Court of Florida. In addition, she is authorized to practice Immigration Law in the United States and its territories within the jurisdiction of the Federal Government. As she has devoted her career to only practice in the Immigration Law sector she has...

AMY U. HICKMAN is a Florida Bar Board Certified Adoption Attorney and a founding partner of Hausmann & Hickman, P.A. As a recognized expert in adoption law and experienced litigator, Ms. Hickman has assisted in the creation of hundreds of families through adoption and surrogacy and represented parties in complex contested adoption, juvenile and surrogacy proceedings. Amy Hickman is a member of the prestigious Academy of Adoption and Reproductive Attorneys, the International Academy of Family Lawyers, and the Florida Adoption Council. Amy Hickman worked to improve Florida’s adoption and child welfare laws. In association with nonprofit organizations...

Admitted to practice in 1964, Robert Stone has accomplished a vast array of achievements throughout his 50 plus years as a Vero Beach Criminal Defense Attorney. Mr. Stone was the City Prosecutor for the city of Fort Pierce, and an assistant public defender. In 1972, he was the first elected full time State Attorney of the 19th Judicial Circuit, and ran the additional times unopposed. As State Attorney, Robert Stone served on the probation parole nominating committee, was the legal advisor to the 5th and 6th Statewide Grand Juries, served on both Governor Graham and Governor Askew’s Organized Crime Council,...