Wauchula Lawyers

A bilingual, AV-rated trial lawyer who has practiced for 30 years in every kind of civil trial work in state and federal courts. Twice recognized by Florida Trend as among Florida's "Legal Elite". Additional academic experience in combining the teaching of law and foreign language at a major American law school.

Having practiced both as a prosecutor and an assistant public defender, i was able to represent many clients in a short period of time. i was able to go to trial on a regular basis and acquire the skills that I needed to successfully represent clients throughout my 25 year career. I have tried serious cases both at the state and federal level, including, murder, trafficking and sex crimes to mention just a few. I have the trial experience that will facilitate a fair resolution of your case short of trial or if necessary,aggressively represent you and your rights...

Those who have experienced workplace injuries may benefit from contacting a workers’ compensation attorney in Polk County from Abercrombie, P.A. The firm is led by a former insurance defense lawyer, and the team has 14 years of legal experience. The team understands how to litigate the interests of clients in the face of insurance companies that are reluctant to pay claims adequately. In addition to workers’ compensation claims, the team also represents clients in a variety of personal injury cases. They proudly offer contingency fee basis representation, so you only pay if they win. For more information, please contact the...

Mrs. Patel is a local resident of North Port, Florida where she lives with her husband and their 2 small children. She graduated from Ave Maria School of Law in Naples, Florida in 2022 and is passionate about family law. Mrs. Patel is a firm believer in helping clients set their financial and family goals before a divorce is filed, and planning the process out to ensure a mutual resolution is achieved. If a divorce has already been filed, Mrs. Patel will work with her clients to understand what the other side is requesting, and zealously advocating for her client's...

Frank F. Fernandez, III, was born in Tampa, Florida. After obtaining his degree in Finance from the University of Florida in 1989, Mr. Fernandez attended Stetson University, College of Law, in St. Petersburg, Florida, receiving his Juris Doctorate law degree in 1992. Following an internship with the U.S. District Court, for the Middle District of Florida, Mr. Fernandez began his legal career as an Assistant State Attorney prosecuting criminal cases in Tampa, Florida.


In 1994, Mr. Fernandez joined the Orlando-based law firm of Meyers, Mooney and Meyers specializing in plaintiffs’ personal injury law and worker’s compensation disputes. In 1996,...

Blake Paul has been a civil trial attorney since 1996. His trial practice includes commercial litigation and business break-ups, personal injury and wrongful death, and other civil disputes. Blake has appeared as lead counsel in the courts of twenty-two of Florida's sixty-seven counties as well as the United States District Courts for the Middle and Southern District of Florida and the Western District of Kentucky. Blake has also handled appellate cases in Florida's Second District Court of Appeals, the United States 11th Circuit Court of Appeals and the Florida Supreme Court.

Raised in Brooksville, Florida, John Paul Berke started his career as a Florida State Trooper at 20 years of age. He was promoted to Traffic Homicide Investigator 1992 and then to Sergeant 1993. After moving to Lakeland, Florida, he graduated from Florida Southern College (cum laude) with a B.S. in Corporate Finance, than three years later received his Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree. After graduating from law school he was hired as an associate attorney in a law firm that primarily handled personal injury consumers. Six years later he resigned to open his own law firm in Lakeland, FL representing injured...

S. David Anton, Esquire is a third generation Tampa attorney with his office located in Tampa’s historic Ybor City. After graduation from Jesuit High School (class of 1977) in Tampa, Mr. Anton attended the University of Florida where he received a Bachelors Degree in Business Administration in 1981 with a major in Economics and Accounting. Thereafter, Mr. Anton attended the University Florida College of Law where he was bestowed a Juris Doctorate Degree in 1984. Now in practice for 29 years, S. David Anton is an active member of the Florida Bar Association and the Hillsborough County...

Shannan C Neri is the founding Attorney of Neri Law Group. Shannan C. Neri attended State University of New York at Binghamton and graduated in 1997. Ms. Neri then relocated to Columbus, Ohio to attend law school and received her Juris Doctorate Degree from The Capital University Law School in May of 2000. While attending Capital University Law School, Ms. Neri was a member of several organizations and was President of the Delta Theta Phi legal fraternity. Ms. Neri has a longstanding history in the community, working for a private law firm for over 16 years, prior to establishing Neri...

The Law Firm of William C. Price, III, P.A. has been serving West Central Florida clients since 1988. William C. Price, III has been a practicing trial lawyer since 1981 in the areas of personal injury, criminal defense, small business litigation and mobile home park litigation. Along with associate attoney Danielle M. Lindauer, Esq., the Law Firm of William C. Price, III, P.A. provides a broad range of legal services to persons and small businesses in the Central Florida.

Serving individuals and families in Charlotte County, North Port, Florida, and the surrounding areas for over 30 years. Our Law Firm specializes in Estate Planning (Trusts, Wills, and Health Planning documents), Probate (Formal Administration, Summary Administration, Ancillary Administration, Trust Administration), and Real Property Law (Deeds, Assignment of Lease, Contract review).

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

Laurel A. Tesmer, Esq., provides quality representation to residents in the Tampa Bay area. Focusing primarily on family law, probate, bankruptcy and estate planning, Ms. Tesmer was admitted to The Florida Bar in 2007. She has been serving clients in Florida ever since. For her undergraduate degree, Laurel attended the University of Florida in Gainesville. After graduation, she followed with Stetson University College of Law where she earned her juris doctor. Thoroughly involved during law school, Laurel was a member in a leadership development committee and the Phi Delta Phi Legal Honors Society. She also participated in mediation, arbitration...

Bill was raised in the Lakeland Highland in Polk County, Florid. He attended Summerlin Institute, now known as Bartow High school.
He attended Polk Community College, now known as Polk State College in Winter Haven, Florida where he graduated with honors and was selected for Who’s in American Junior College. Bill then attended Florida State University, graduating with a Bachelor of Science degree in 1968. He went on to attend the Florida State University of Law, graduating with honors in 1973.
He worked for the Attorney General’s Office during Law School, handling criminal appeals for the State of Florida. During his Law...

For over a decade, Grivas Law Group, P.A. has been protecting our client’s estates and property rights throughout the Suncoast. As a small, family-operated law firm, we prioritize great client service and take the time to better understand the challenges and hurdles you face. Please let us know how we can help you.

We are legal professionals who live in, and are committed to assisting the people of the Sarasota-Bradenton area. We are experienced in a number of fields, including estate planning, probate, real and intellectual property, environmental, health, family, corporate and contract law. We believe that, as...

John Cole has over 40 years of experience in bankruptcy ;aw and family law. His office is located in Sarasota Florida. In bankruptcy he has represented both individuals and companies assisting them in both Chapter 111 reorganizations and in liquidation proceedings under Chapter 7 of the Bankruptcy Code. He is AV rated by Martindale Hubbell. He was a member of the Law Review at the University of Florida where he graduated with a Juris Doctor degree with honors. Prior to law school he was an offcier in the United States navy and graduated from Auburn...

Tonya Willis Pitts, Esq. represents consumers in all consumer rights matters including, but not limited to credit reporting, debt collection, foreclosure, bankruptcy, and credit billing matters. She is admitted to the practice of law in the State of Florida and the U.S. Middle District Court of Florida. She is a member of the Sarasota County Bar Association. In 2000, Mrs. Pitts earned her Juris Doctorate from the University of Florida College of Law. Mrs. Pitts joined McIntyre Thanasides Bringgold Elliott Grimaldi & Guito P.A. in 2010. She continues to provide litigation and consultation services in the areas of credit reporting,...

With more than a decade of experience protecting the rights of clients during criminal proceedings, Attorney Brian Lail has earned a reputation for dependable advocacy when his clients need a Sarasota criminal defense attorney. As the founder of Lail Law Firm, PLLC, he has handled thousands of cases and helped his clients obtain favorable outcomes when their rights are on the line. Whether you were charged with a violent felony or dealing with your first DUI, call Lail Law Firm, PLLC to schedule a free case consultation and get started on planning your defense. You don’t have to fight your...

Adam Shapiro is an award-winning, up-and-coming personal injury attorney. He has been recognized as a Rising Star and has been highly rated by Avvo and Martindale-Hubbel. Adam brings his prior experience in the medical field working at Bowes Imaging Center helping accident victims receive medical care to his legal practice where he focuses on helping victims navigate the legal system in Sarasota to get them the justice they deserve. Awards, Accolades, & Affiliations Named a Super Lawyers Rising Star Rated Lawyer Wrote a Case Note on a pivotal Florida Supreme Court Case – Worley v. Central Florida Young Men’s Christian Association, Inc. Edited numerous...