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Victoria E. Hatfield
Miami, FL Attorney with 14 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense
Stetson University College of Law
We are O’Brien Hatfield, PA, a criminal defense law firm with offices in Tampa, Orlando, and Miami. I am an equity partner. I am a statewide recognized criminal defense attorney with over fifteen years of experience in state criminal courts. I head the state criminal defense division. I am a licensed member of the Bar of the State of Florida (2009). My law firm consists of five lawyers, four legal assistants, two private investigators, one sentencing mitigation specialist, and numerous third party experts who assist on a case by case basis. We have three divisions in our firm: federal criminal...
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Joseph Anthony Mesa
Coral Gables, FL Lawyer with 23 years of experience
Free ConsultationAsbestos, Employment, Insurance Claims and Medical Malpractice
Georgetown University Law Center
Injury accidents are serious and can occur with little to no warning. If you have been harmed in an injury accident, it is of the utmost importance that you immediately secure the representation your case requires. You may be wondering where you can find the support you need at such a pivotal time in your life. Come to Mesa Law Firm, where your case can receive the care and attention it needs from a Miami personal injury lawyer. Have you been harmed in a pedestrian accident or bike accident? Attorney Mesa can assist you. He has dealt with all kinds...
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Robert Christopher Arnold
MIAMI, FL Lawyer with 20 years of experience
Free ConsultationHarvard University
I graduated from Harvard Law School in 1993. Prior to law school, I graduated summa cum laude from the Pierre Laclede Honors College at the University of Missouri, and am a distinguished veteran of the U.S. Army. My areas of expertise are Business Transactions, Contracts and Contract Disputes, Bankruptcy, and all areas of Real Estate. In the area of Business Law, I bring in-house and real-world, business-related experience to the table when assisting clients with a variety of transactions, whether they be domestic or international. In doing so, for example, I provide a unique perspective when it comes to assisting...
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David J. Joffe
FORT LAUDERDALE, FL Attorney with 35 years of experience
Appeals, Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence and Tax
University of Miami School of Law
Criminal Defense Lawyer defending clients in Federal and State courts throughout Florida and the United States. Attorney David J. Joffe is rated in the top 5% of all US attorneys and is an AV rated lawyer by Martindale. Over 28 years criminal trial, appellate, and post conviction work in Federal and State criminal courts.
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William DiRenzo
Fort Lauderdale, FL Lawyer with 27 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, DUI & DWI and Domestic Violence
Shepard Broad Law Center, Nova Southeastern University
William DiRenzo is a Member of Florida Association of Criminal Defense Attorney’s and the National College for DUI Defense. The National College for DUI Defense’ members share knowledge and innovative ideas on the continuing battle against DUI’s. He has had the privilege of defending DUI cases in nearly every county in the State of Florida. Furthermore, he has handled and won countless drivers license hearings throughout the State in which people who were arrested for DUI have had their driver’s license returned to them.
Some of his past clients include police officers, firefighters, doctors, lawyers, public figures, and members...
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David Scott Benn
Sunrise, FL Lawyer with 19 years of experience
(954) 324-2667
1580 Sawgrass Corporate Parkway
Suite 130
Sunrise, FL 33323
Free ConsultationWorkers' Comp
Rutgers School of Law-Camden
Mr. Benn was born and raised in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He attended Boston University, where he graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Economics in 2002. He attended law school at Rutgers University School of Law-Camden and received his Juris Doctorate in 2005. While in law school, Mr. Benn was a judicial intern for the Honorable James T. Giles, Chief Judge of the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania.
Mr. Benn has focused his legal practice on the representation of injured workers in workers’ compensation claims arising under F.S. 440.205 since 2010. Previously, Mr. Benn represented some of...
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Jason Hal Haber
Fort Lauderdale, FL Lawyer with 18 years of experience
(954) 767-0300
888 South Andrews Avenue
Suite 201
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316
Family
Jason H. Haber grew up in and now raises a family in South Florida. He co-founded and serves as managing partner for Haber Blank, LLP to provide clients innovative and efficient legal representation, seeking results suited to their unique needs. Jason’s practice focuses on civil litigation, family and matrimonial law, business transactions, real estate transactions and litigation, community association law, personal injury claims, probate and estate planning, and appellate practice. Jason is admitted to practice before all courts of the State of Florida and the United States Southern District of Florida. Jason is AV Rated by his peers with Martindale-Hubbell.
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Robert Albert Pascal
Fort Lauderdale, FL Lawyer with 33 years of experience
(954) 522-4058
901 South Federal Hwy. Suite 300
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316
Immigration
Nova Southeastern University
Attorney Robert Pascal is a native Floridian, born and raised in Fort Lauderdale. For the past (20) twenty- years, he has studied and practiced in the areas of: Immigration, International Law, Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Family Law, Corporations, Business Law, Trademarks and Probate. He has solid jury trial experience in the Florida Circuit Courts handling both criminal and civil trials. He is fully bilingual in English and Spanish, and dedicates a majority of his practice to serving the Hispanic Community. What Attorney Robert Pascal offers is a diverse background of experience and knowledge that he brings to his clients....
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Richard Ansara
Fort Lauderdale, FL Attorney with 18 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence and Juvenile
Nova Southeastern University
"There are many lawyers to choose from, however, there is only one Ansara Law Firm. I have dedicated my life to defending those charged with criminal offenses as well as prosecuting claims involving serious injury or death stemming from the negligence of another. As a local trial attorney in Broward, Dade, and Palm Beach County I understand how to handle myself in any courtroom with the skill and knowledge that is necessary in order to achieve success for my clients. I believe that my clients should have unrestricted access to their attorney and should always be kept informed on the...
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Brian S. Leifert
Plantation, FL Lawyer with 32 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, Domestic Violence, Traffic Tickets and White Collar Crime
Nova Southeastern University
We are experienced, aggressive, professional and skilled Florida Criminal Defense Attorneys Florida DUI Lawyers and Florida Traffic Ticket Lawyers. We serve the South Florida area including Fort Lauderdale (Broward County), West Palm Beach (Palm Beach County) and Miami (Miami-Dade County). Our main offices are located in Plantation and Delray Beach.
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Jason B Blank
Fort Lauderdale, FL Attorney with 18 years of experience
Jason grew up on the New Jersey shore just outside of Asbury Park. Jason’s practice focuses on criminal defense trial and appeals, as well as Florida election law. Prior to establishing Haber Blank, LLP, Jason served as a Broward County Assistant Public Defender, handling all levels of criminal cases ranging from first degree murder to driving under the influence and possession of illegal substances. Jason has represented clients in dozens of jury trials around Florida.
Jason is actively engaged in the legal profession and holds elected positions in many of the leading criminal law organizations in the State. He is a...
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Bart H. Chepenik
North Miami, FL Lawyer with 31 years of experience
Elder, Estate Planning, Probate and Tax
University of Miami School of Law and Shepard Broad Law Center, Nova Southeastern University
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Matthew David Bavaro
Fort Lauderdale, FL Attorney with 26 years of experience
(844) 344-4813
2150 South Andrews Avenue
2nd Fl
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316
Bankruptcy and Foreclosure Defense
Shepard Broad Law Center, Nova Southeastern University
As a partner at Loan Lawyers, Fort Lauderdale lawyer Matthew Bavaro offers legal counsel to those who are in debt. He has been practicing as a lawyer in the state of Florida for 15 years. Before co-founding Loan Lawyers, LLC, he previously served as a personal injury lawyer. Attorney Bavaro is the recipient of an Avvo Rating on 9.0 Superb. He is a graduate of the Shepard Broad Law Center at Nova Southeastern University. To learn more, contact his firm today.
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Bradley H. Trushin
North Miami, FL Attorney with 36 years of experience
Estate Planning, Insurance Defense and Probate
University of Florida
Bradley H. Trushin is a co-founder of Chepenik Trushin LLP and leads the litigation department of the firm. Mr. Trushin is an AV preeminent rated attorney and has focused exclusively on litigation for over 30 years. Mr. Trushin is admitted to practice in all Florida state courts, as well as the U.S. District Courts for the Southern and Middle Districts of Florida, and the 1st, 3rd and 11th U.S. Circuit Courts of Appeals. He authors CLE materials, lectures and moderates panel discussions. In addition, he serves as a testifying expert witness on attorney's fees, professional malpractice and insurance issues state...
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Nadia Lewis
Tamarac, FL Attorney with 10 years of experience
Free ConsultationEntertainment & Sports, Insurance Claims, Personal Injury and Products Liability
Florida Coastal School of Law
Nadia Lewis is a Florida licensed Immigration Attorney and founder of the Lewis Law, P.A. She earned her Bachelor’s degree in International Business with a minor in Business Administration from St. Petersburg College, St. Petersburg, Florida and her Juris Doctor at Florida Coastal School of Law, Jacksonville, Florida, where she worked as a volunteer in the Florida Coastal School of Law Immigrant Rights Clinic. During her time at the Immigrant Rights Clinic, she represented low income immigrants in all types of immigration cases including representation before Immigration Court and U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). She is a member...
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Dillon Graham
Miami, FL Attorney with 42 years of experience
Free ConsultationLandlord Tenant and Personal Injury
Nova Southeastern University
Graham Legal is a Miami, Florida law firm dedicated to helping individuals facing difficult situations including foreclosure. Dillon Graham is an attorney practicing law for more than 30 years who knows how to fight foreclosures and keep families in their homes.
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Maria S. Fischer
Lauderdale-By-The-Sea, FL Attorney with 12 years of experience
Free ConsultationMedical Malpractice, Personal Injury and Workers' Comp
University of Florida Levin College of Law
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Thomas Scolaro
Lauderdale-By-The-Sea, FL Attorney with 25 years of experience
Free ConsultationMedical Malpractice, Nursing Home, Personal Injury and Products Liability
University of Miami School of Law
Tom Scolaro is the founder and senior managing partner at Scolaro Law, a top personal injury law firm in Miami. With over 25 years of experience, Tom has secured over $500 million in multi-million-dollar verdicts and settlements for clients in Florida.
Specializing in personal injury, traumatic brain injury, defective products, medical malpractice, cruise ship cases, negligent security and wrongful death, Tom is known for his relentless advocacy and innovative strategies. He has been instrumental in premises liability cases, leading to legislative changes such as the requirement for carbon monoxide alarms in new buildings after handling multiple poisoning cases in Key West.
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Christie Hoffman Gibbons
Lauderdale-By-The-Sea, FL Lawyer with 2 years of experience
Free ConsultationMedical Malpractice, Personal Injury and Workers' Comp
University of Miami School of Law and Harvard Law School
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Kenneth Swartz
Miami, FL Lawyer with 44 years of experience
Civil Rights, Criminal Defense and White Collar Crime
Tulane University School of Law
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Ryan Dwight O'Quinn
Miami, FL Lawyer with 24 years of experience
(305) 371-9686
SunTrust International Center
One SE Third Avenue, Suite 1820
Miami, FL 33131
Appeals, Criminal Defense, Health Care and White Collar Crime
Washington and Lee University School of Law
We are a law firm of aggressive and experienced advocates focusing on complex civil litigation, government regulatory enforcement matters, internal investigations, receiverships, whistleblower representation and white collar criminal defense. Whether it is assisting a whistleblower to report fraud and collect a reward, advising a corporation managing an allegation of wrongdoing, defending an executive accused of fraud, or recovering assets on behalf of fraud victims, our attorneys can help.
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Jeff P. Cynamon
North Bay Village, FL Attorney with 29 years of experience
(305) 535-9992
1700 - 79th Street Causeway
Suite 160
North Bay Village, FL 33141
Free ConsultationSt. Thomas University School of Law
Eminent Domain and Property Rights Litigation.
Real Estate Litigation.
Real Estate Closings and Title Policies.
Member Eminent Domain Committee, The Florida Bar.
Former Senior Attorney with State of Florida Department of Transportation.
BS in Engineering from the University of Florida (1977).
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James Gale
Miami, FL Lawyer with 41 years of experience
Communications, IP, Patents and Trademarks
University of Florida
JAMES A. GALE is a founding member of the firm. He is a registered patent attorney who focuses on matters particular to intellectual property counseling and litigation. Mr. Gale has represented clients in cases involving patents, trademarks, copyrights, unfair competition, covenants not to compete, theft of trade secrets and internet disputes. He has appeared in over 260 federal cases in more than 48 Federal District Courts, as well as handled hundreds of injunctions in over 35 different states around the nation. Mr. Gale’s work and work ethics have always told a lot about his character. An accomplished intellectual property...
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Ricardo Alsina
Miami, FL Attorney with 34 years of experience
Free ConsultationMaritime and Personal Injury
St. Thomas University School of Law
Ricardo V. Alsina is an active trial attorney and maritime lawyer. Mr. Alsina has been a member of the Florida Bar since 1991 and has earned a Martindale-Hubbell rating of AV – the highest rating for legal ability and professional and ethical standards in the industry. He focuses his practice on maritime related matters including cruise ship personal injury, cruise ship rape matters and wrongful death claims. He is also experienced in handling a number of personal injury areas including aviation disasters, automobile accidents, medical malpractice and class action civil lawsuits.
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Robert Einhorn
Miami, FL Lawyer
Free ConsultationBusiness
University of Miami School of Law
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
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Michael Braunstein
Miami, FL Lawyer
Free ConsultationBusiness
University of Miami School of Law
University of Miami School Law, Miami, Florida
J.D. - 2017
Honors: magna cum laude
Honors: Litigation Skills I, Litigation Skills II, and Alternate Dispute Resolution
Honors: Excellence Award in Professional Responsibility
Honors: Charles C. Papy Moot Court Board, Member
Honors: Presidential Advisory Board, Member
Honors: Best Oralist. Mr. Braunstein
Honors: Best Student Casenote Award
Honors: Order of Barristers
PRACTICE AREAS:
Franchise Law
Civil Litigation
Complex Commercial Litigation
GIVING BACK:
• Coach/Mentor: University of Miami School of Law, Trial Team and Moot Court Board
• Coach/Mentor: University of Miami, Mock Trial Team
• Pro-Bono Cases, various confidential
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Candace Renee Duff
Miami Beach, FL Lawyer with 32 years of experience
Arbitration & Mediation and Construction
University of Pennsylvania Law School
Candace Duff, is a Florida Supreme Court certified Circuit Civil, Appellate and Family Law mediator who specializes in commercial, construction, insurance, employment, bankruptcy, federal, appellate, tort, products liability, and real property mediation. She is a member of the American Arbitration Association's roster of neutrals and a federally certified mediator appearing on the Middle District of Florida and the Southern District of Florida Bankruptcy Court's mediation rosters. She is also a Florida Bar Board Certified construction lawyer and a seasoned litigator with more than twenty years of experience successfully representing developers, banks, architects, contractors, condominium associations, corporate clients and individuals...
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Daniel E. Vielleville
Miami, FL Attorney
Arbitration & Mediation, Business and International
University of Miami School of Law
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Leonard Valdes
Hialeah, FL Attorney with 14 years of experience
Personal Injury
Florida International University
Leonard Valdes, personal injury attorney, is here to represent and provide legal advice to Homestead and Miami residents who have been injured due to an accident.
We understand the setbacks an accident and the injuries that can come along with it can have on your daily life. Not only can they be completely life altering, but they can even leave you without a job or income to pay for your monthly bills. If you have been a victim or have been involved any of the following:
- car crash
- truck accident
- Uber accident
- motorcycle accident
- pedestrian accident
- cruise ship accident
- slip and...
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Michael William Wallace
Fort Lauderdale, FL Attorney with 10 years of experience
(954) 998-4688
2455 E. Sunrise Blvd.
Suite 204
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304
Free ConsultationMaritime, Personal Injury, Products Liability and Workers' Comp
St. Thomas University School of Law
Michael W. Wallace is a trusted personal injury attorney who represents injured clients throughout the State of Florida, including injuries arising from Auto Accidents, Premise Liability (Slip & Fall and Trip & Fall), and Wrongful Death cases.
Mr. Wallace is a south Florida native. He obtained his Bachelor of Arts degree in Legal Studies from the University of Central Florida (located in Orlando) in 2009. He then returned to south Florida where he attended and graduated from St. Thomas University, School of Law, in December 2012. While at St. Thomas, Mr. Wallace held the position of Articles Editor...
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Jason Palker
Fort Lauderdale, FL Attorney with 5 years of experience
Free ConsultationInsurance Claims and Personal Injury
St. Mary's University School of Law
Mr. Palker was raised by a single mother and learned the value of hard, honest work from an early age and has unwaveringly been a member of the workforce since age fourteen. Having worked in a wide array of industries (including everything from restaurants, nightlife, events, and healthcare to professional sports), and even after starting multiple companies before the age of twenty, Mr. Palker found his passion for the law in college. In 2012, Mr. Palker discovered his true career path when he obtained a job as a legal assistant. While working as a legal assistant, Mr. Palker was involved...
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Randy Allen Bryant
Miami, FL Attorney with 26 years of experience
Free ConsultationElder, Estate Planning and Probate
University of Miami School of Law and University of Miami
Bryant Law Firm focuses its practice on Probate and Guardianship, handling both administration and litigation matters. Mr. Bryant is admitted to practice law throughout the State of Florida and also in the federal courts of the Southern and Northern Districts of the United States District Courts.
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Christopher Anthony DiSchino
Miami, FL Attorney with 14 years of experience
Business, IP, Securities and Trademarks
University of Miami School of Law
With a knack for the creative and an entrepreneurial attitude, Christopher DiSchino specializes in business, securities and intellectual property law. Assisting both individuals and corporate entities, Christopher focuses his practices on complex business transactions, intellectual property registration and enforcement and corporate counsel services. His diverse experience allows him to create value for his clients by using resourceful techniques to minimize unnecessary costs and risks.
Prior to founding DiSchino & Schamy, PLLC, Christopher served as General Counsel in both the hospitality and fashion industries. Exposure to a fast-paced, international environment provided him with an intimate understanding of the business climate in which...
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Ana Maria Perez
Miami, FL Attorney with 17 years of experience
Divorce, Family, Immigration and Personal Injury
St. Thomas University School of Law
Ana Maria Perez was born in Colombia. She attended St. Thomas School of Law and made dean's list three semesters. She is a dedicated attorney that will take your case seriously.
La abogada Ana Maria Perez, nació en Colombia. Obtuvo su diploma de derecho en Universidad de St. Thomas con honores en tres semestres. La abogada es un persona dedicada que tratara su caso con la seriedad que merece.
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Frank Soto
Miami, FL Attorney with 23 years of experience
Bankruptcy, Construction and Real Estate
Nova Southeastern University
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Roger Slade
Miami, FL Attorney with 36 years of experience
Business, Family and Real Estate
Brooklyn Law School
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David T. Podein
Miami, FL Lawyer with 16 years of experience
Business, Construction and Real Estate
University of Miami School of Law
David Podein is a partner with Haber Law and has been with the firm since 2009. He concentrates his practice in the areas of real estate and construction law, condominium and community association representation, commercial leasing, secured financing, and business and commercial litigation.
A substantial portion of Mr. Podein’s practice involves representation of community associations in the financing, approvals, and contract negotiation for multi-million dollar capital improvement, repair, and/or building upgrade projects. Additionally, Mr. Podein represents real estate developers, investors, joint venture, lenders/servicers, and landlords in connection with real estate related transactions, including commercial and shopping center leasing, landlord tenant negotiations,...
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Marlon A. Onias
Fort Lauderdale, FL Lawyer with 12 years of experience
(754) 209-2417
1451 W. Cypress Creek Road
Suite 300
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309
Free ConsultationBusiness, Employment and Estate Planning
Florida A&M University College of Law
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...
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Joshua Bickman
Miami Beach, FL Lawyer with 21 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, Divorce, Domestic Violence and Family
St. Thomas University School of Law
I earned a Bachelor of Environmental Science and Geology from The University of Tennessee in Knoxville, TN., and received his Juris Doctorate from St. Thomas University School of Law in Miami, FL. While in law school, I received the Best Student in Evidence Award and was Vice President in Evidence Award and was Vice President of the Environmental Law Society.
Prior to becoming a founding partner of our firm, I was an Assistant State Attorney in Miami-Dade County, Florida where he had extensive Jury trial experience.
I also practiced in the private sector with several law firms, specializing in Family Law, Criminal...
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Angel R. Kirkconnell
Lauderdale-By-The-Sea, FL Lawyer with 23 years of experience
Free ConsultationMedical Malpractice, Personal Injury and Workers' Comp
Nova Southeastern University
Angel R. Kirkconnell represents the injured and their families, exclusively. Through aggressive advocacy, knowledge and preparation, Ms. Kirkconnell ensures that her clients receive all of the medical and indemnity afforded to them by law. Ms. Kirkconnell has the keen ability to exercise compassion and understanding and to obtain the best negotiated settlements possible. She gained her knowledge and experience by representing insurance carriers, third party administrators and employers in all phases of litigation. Her efforts resulted in negotiated settlements on complex and difficult cases. Ms. Kirkconnell has prevailed at numerous complex trials and hearings.
Ms. Kirkconnell graduated from Nova Southeastern University...