Lake County Lawyers

I have been a civil litigator in State and Federal courts for 35 years, and have practiced in both the private and public sector. I am now a mediator full-time with Mediate First, Inc., and mediate civil cases via zoom and in person. I am also on the Middle District of Florida's list of mediators, and mediate Federal cases pending in that district. I served on the board of the Volusia County Bar Association for years, and was the president of the Association in 2021-2022. Mediation can be schedule via www.mediatefirstinc.com or by calling 407-649-9495.

Terry M. Sanks, a registered patent attorney, is a founding member of Beusse Sanks, PLLC. Known for delivering strategic and wholistic intellectual property (“IP”) solutions, Terry leverages his deep knowledge across all areas of IP law, including patents, trademarks, trade dress, copyrights, trade secrets, IP litigation, licensing, and IP related transactions. He uses these skills representing clients ranging from start up companies to Fortune 500 conglomerates. Terry’s accomplishments have been recognized by multiple non-paid, non-solicitation organizations, both nationally and internationally. His unparalleled accolades include recognition in Best Lawyers (where he has been named “Lawyer of the Year” multiple times...

Attorney and Counselor at Law

Lisabeth J. Fryer is the founder and lead attorney at Lisabeth J. Fryer, P.A., a Florida Law Firm handling criminal defense, appeals and post-conviction relief in state and federal courts throughout Florida. Lisabeth is committed to providing her clients with the best representation she can and stays informed and updated on the latest legal developments in Florida and federal criminal law, medical science, social science and all the many disciplines which can prove useful in providing a strong, effective defense and representation in plea negotiations, at trial, and on appeal.

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Matt is a seasoned divorce attorney having practiced family law for over 25 years, and tried cases in Orange, Seminole and Lake Counties, as well as in every level of the appellate court including the Florida Supreme Court. Matt’s extensive knowledge of family laws and rules and his ability to apply that knowledge in the courtroom aids his clients in receiving more favorable judgments. Matt will confidently and assertively represent you with your case. For clients who need legal advice, but cannot afford to retain an attorney, Matt can explain where you are in the legal process and steps...

I practice in the area of Workers Compensation. I have practiced this type of law for 18 years. My primary geographic practice area is Central Florida. I represent injured workers and their families.

Stephanie Vollrath attended Barry University School of Law, graduating as valedictorian, acting as senior editor of Barry Law Review, and booking seven classes. After graduating, Stephanie had the honor of being hired as a judicial clerk for the Fifth District Court of Appeal in Daytona Beach, Florida. While there, she researched and drafted legal memoranda on many areas of Florida Law. Stephanie was also an adjunct professor at Barry University School of Law. Following her time at the Fifth District Court of Appeal, she opened Vollrath Law, PA in 2013, where she focuses her practice on Estate Planning...

Sharon L. Vollrath is a compassionate and effective family and real estate law attorney with a deep commitment to helping individuals navigate challenging legal situations. With extensive experience, Sharon has earned a reputation for her unwavering dedication to understanding the unique needs of each client and providing personalized legal solutions. As a passionate advocate, Sharon approaches her practice with empathy, recognizing the emotional complexities that often accompany family-related legal matters. She creates a supportive environment where clients feel heard and understood, working tirelessly to address their concerns and achieve fair and favorable outcomes. Sharon's communication style is marked by transparency and effectiveness....

Daniel W. McKnight is a Workers' Compensation attorney practicing in the greater Tampa Bay Area.

Full service law firm with concentration in Serious Personal Injuries, Marital and Family Law, and Estate Law. Quality, client focused, legal solutions.

Trusted business and tax advisor to entrepreneurs, closely held family businesses, and startups. Florida Bar Board Certified Tax Attorney serving clients across various industries including finance, hospitality, technology, real estate, healthcare, manufacturing, and entertainment. As both a business-tax attorney and CPA, many clients hone this as the best of both worlds. Having over a decade of experience representing taxpayers against the Tax Division of the U.S. Department of Justice, the Internal Revenue Service, and state and local taxing authorities, I devote a a significant part of my practice to helping taxpayers both domestically and internationally navigate all aspects of federal and...

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,...

Rachel Mattie is a criminal defense attorney in the Orlando area. Ms. Mattie is a former Assistant Public Defender for the Ninth Judicial Circuit in Orange County, Florida. As an Assistant Public Defender, Ms. Mattie represented hundreds of indigent clients in the Central Florida community in both County and Circuit Court, defending various criminal matters including juvenile offenses, traffic cases, DUIs, thefts, drug possession, violations of probation, and more. While at the Public Defender's Office, Ms. Mattie developed a passion for not only active litigation and trial strategy, but more importantly, client satisfaction. Ms. Mattie is not only committed to...

I was admitted to the Florida Bar in 2013 and have been working in the field of legal litigation ever since. In the Family Law realm, I have handled dependency cases, grandparent’s rights, dissolution of marriage both with and without children, modification of time-sharing and child support, paternity, relocation cases. My experience in Criminal Law includes both jury trials and plea negotiations for clients charged with drug trafficking, possession of cannabis, armed robbery of dwelling, and driving with a suspended license. In the civil litigation realm, I have successfully represented both Plaintiffs and Defendant in cases for breach of contracts,...

I completed my undergraduate studies at the University of Central Florida, earning a BS in Political Science. I then pursued my legal education at the University of Florida Levin College of Law, where I obtained my JD in 2007. Following law school, I joined the largest insurance defense firm in the country, focusing my practice on premises liability, car accidents, and negligent security cases. During my tenure there, I represented major global corporations, including Walmart and Universal Studios. My career reached a significant milestone in 2013 when, after securing a victory in a complex trial against one of the most...

Mr. Crews has over 28 years experience in litigation, with the vast majority of that experience devoted to personal injury claims. He has tried to verdict over 80 jury trials and in February, 2002, his client received the largest personal injury verdict in Central Florida when the firm's client received an award of $26,917,000.00!

One of only 3 Board Certified DUI Defense Specialists* in the State of Florida. David Katz was the lead DUI prosecutor in the Seminole County State Attorney's Office and the Intoxilyzer Specialist. In this role, David had direct training from the manufacturer of the only Breath Test Instrument in use in Florida the Intoxilyzer 8000. David now uses this training to show the flaws in the breath test program and machines and to help his clients achieve outstanding results. Additionally, David is a Regent, Faculty Member and the Chairperson of the Board Certification Committee of the...