Moore Haven Maritime Lawyers

Leland Eric Garvin, a Florida native and second generation trial attorney, began his legal career working as a Prosecutor. While at the State Attorney’s office, he gained invaluable trial experience representing the State of Florida in countless jury trials at both the misdemeanor and felony levels. Prior to taking the job with the State, and throughout law school; Mr. Garvin worked for one of the larger personal injury law firms in South Florida. When he wasn’t handling injury and auto accident cases; he made time for the Moot Court Honor Society. It was during his time with Moot Court that he...

Attorney Jason Chalik is a renowned personal injury lawyer covering the Fort Lauderdale and Boca Raton areas. He dedicated his practice to helping people who have suffered due to the negligence of another. If you or a loved one were the victims of a personal injury or vehicle accident, Jason Chalik will relentlessly fight for justice on your behalf. Mr. Chalik attended the American University, where he studied justice and political science. After graduating from the University of Florida’s Levin College of Law, he became the managing partner of a personal injury firm, which later became Rosen & Chalik. It was...

David C. Rash is a graduate of Loyola University New Orleans School of Law. Mr. Rash is a recognized trial lawyer who handles catastrophic injury and death cases involving medical negligence, corporate negligence, maritime disasters and mass torts. He is Rated AV Preeminent® by Martindale-Hubbell®, which means he has earned the highest rating possible through rigorous peer reviews, and has been recognized as a Top 100 Trial Lawyer by The National Trial Lawyers, Florida Super Lawyers, Florida Trend's Legal Elite and Florida's Top Rated Lawyers. Mr. Rash has been practicing law for over 20+ years and has taken cases...

Brandon Stein is a Florida based trial attorney born in Queens, New York, and was raised in East Brunswick, New Jersey. Being the son of an accountant that owns a large firm in New Jersey, owning and operating a business is something that was engrained within Brandon Stein from a very young age.

As owner and founder of SteinLaw, Brandon Stein focuses his practice on personal injury, wrongful death, car accident and slip and fall litigation, as well as a variety of other civil litigation areas. While SteinLaw is based out of Florida, Attorney Stein handles cases all around the country.

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Education: Michigan State University, Bachelor in Philosophy with high honor 1978 Syracuse University College of Law, Juris Doctor, 1981 Bar Admissions: Florida Bar 1982 District of Columbia Bar 1984 United States District Court for the Middle District of Florida 1983 Supreme Court of the United States 1985 United States District Court for the Eastern District of Wisconsin 1992 United States Court of Federal Claims 1995 United States District Court for the Southern District of Florida 2001 Former City Attorney City of Cape Coral Former President of the City of Cape Coral Bar Association William M. Powell, Esq. has approximately 30 years of trial experience...

Attorney Jason M. Melton, is a founding partner of Whittel & Melton. As a former state prosecutor, he continues fighting for victims bringing in some of the largest single event results in Central Florida. Jason is a lifetime member of the Multi-Million and Million Dollar Advocates Forum, AV-Rated by Martindale-Hubbell and continues to be listed among SuperLawyers in Florida by Thomson Reuters. He is a Founding Member of the National Academy of Motorcycle Injury Lawyers, and in 2023 was named President. Attorney Melton is dedicated to providing clients with personalized, high-quality representation. We handle Auto Accidents, Slip and Fall, Injury, Nursing...

Jason Turchin, Esq. is an Attorney, Author, Media Correspondent, Producer and Entrepreneur who has handled more than 6,500 Personal Injury, Accident, Product Liability, Life Insurance, and Wrongful Death Claims. Jason has appeared throughout the national and international news on various legal topics, including car accidents, wrongful death, product liability, Takata airbag shrapnel claims, exploding pressure cooker claims, life insurance, personal injury and more. Several major media outlets have turned to Jason for legal opinions or stories on his cases, including CBS Evening News, Wall Street Journal, Miami Herald, Bloomberg News, CBS Miami, Orlando Sentinel, Sun Sentinel, Telemundo, The New...

Brett Steinberg began his career as an Assistant Public Defender at the Miami-Dade Public Defender’s Office, where he provided legal representation to those accused of committing criminal offenses ranging from juvenile offenses and misdemeanors to serious felony crimes. While working at the Public Defender’s Office, Mr. Steinberg handled hundreds of criminal matters and tried over 25 cases to verdict. Most notably, at the end of his tenure as an Assistant Public Defender, Mr. Steinberg successfully argued a motion to suppress physical evidence, several pounds of marijuana, and years later that decision was upheld by the United States Supreme Court. ...

Wilnar Julmiste is a highly experienced Personal Injury and Maritime Law Attorney representing clients throughout the state of Florida. She is an experienced litigator and tough negotiator. She has been passionately representing personal injury clients since 2008. Prior to opening Julmiste Legal, Wilnar spent many years representing large companies that were defending themselves from claims. During that time, Wilnar gained valuable insight into the world of defense litigation strategy and understands what motivates insurance companies and large corporations to properly resolve claims. In addition to personal injury, Wilnar also concentrates her practice on maritime law, the body of law governing the...

John M. Frazier, Jr. is a partner at Widerman Malek, PL that focuses on delivering a full range of litigation in both state and federal courts; including the United States Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit and the Supreme Court of the United States as well as acting in advisory capacities for businesses and corporations reviewing contracts, documents, and providing legal feedback to aid and assist decision-makers. His area of practice includes corporate litigation and transactions, complex commercial litigation, real estate litigation and transactions, business representation, and maritime law. John has been a keynote speaker educating the public on the...

Delray Beach car accident lawyer and Delray Beach personal injury lawyer. I am able to handle personal injury and car accident cases throughout the entire state. I keep my practice small so that I can be meticulous with each case and so that I can provide excellent representation to my clients. On personal injury cases, I strive to make the legal process as easy as possible for my clients. I do this by making sure that either myself or a member of my staff returns your phone call within twenty four hours. We also...

I worked for the insurance companies for 10 years before becoming a trial lawyer for the past 37 years. While working for the insurance companies I learned how insurance companies operate and gained valuable inside information. I have concentrated my practice in the area of personal injury including automobile accidents, premises liability, in adequate security, brain damage, and a variety of other types of cases. I am bilingual in English and Spanish.

I pride myself on the personal service we give to every client. I provide my cell phone number for 24/7 access to me personally. I...

Michael K. Grife, Esq., is an experienced injury lawyer and a zealous advocate for those who have been seriously injured or killed due to the wrongdoing of others.

Attorney Moore is a Texas native who has been practicing injury law for over 25 years. The Firm has their main office in Tampa, FL, with an additional office in Ft. Lauderdale to easily serve clients throughout the State of Florida. Mr. Moore holds three bar licenses and is eligible to practice law in Florida, Tennessee and Illinois. Mr. Moore has 3 daughters and loves spending time with his family.

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...

Anthonia “Toni” Imudia attended Columbia University in the City of New York where she obtained a Bachelor of Science degree and Master of Science degree in Nursing. She obtained a doctorate degree in nursing practice from the Univeristy of Miami before attending Stetson University College of Law where she obtained her Juris Doctor and Master of Business Administration degrees. Toni worked in healthcare for over 13 years and rose to the level of an executive director of a non-profit agency in New Orleans. The agency provided primary care to HIV-AIDS patients under the Ryan White program. Toni later took an...

Elizabeth Estrada is a Partner at Friedman Rodman Frank & Estrada, P.A. she represents clients in the areas of Personal Injury, Medical Malpractice Claims, Products Liability, Motor Vehicle Accidents, Insurance Coverage Disputes, Negligent Security, Wrongful Death, Catastrophic Injuries, Nurse Home Negligence, Workers' Compensation Claims, Long-shore, and Harbor Act Based Claims. She has litigated, arbitrated, and mediated cases throughout the State of Florida.

Ms. Estrada has obtained several million-dollar settlements, judgments, and jury verdicts on behalf of her clients during her career. She is a member of Million Dollar Advocates Forum, a membership for trial lawyers who have won million-dollar settlements and...

Originally from Boston, Mr. Lawlor received his B.A. from Barry University in Miami and his law degree from Nova Southeastern University in 1994. After several years of trying cases at local litigation firms in South Florida, Mr. Lawlor opened his own practice in 1996, and, in 1998, eventually began what is now the Law Firm of Lawlor, White & Murphey. Mr. Lawlor has a wide and varied legal background, including personal injury litigation, business litigation, criminal defense trial work and matrimonial law. His areas of focus are complex personal injury, medical malpractice and wrongful death cases. John...

While growing up, I had the pleasure to spend many summers in Florida were I developed an appreciation for boating Florida's waterways. These positive experiences influenced my decision to attend the United States Merchant Marine Academy, a federal service academy. While at the Academy, I had the opportunity to work on container ships, boom ships, and a LASH ship. Upon graduating and receiving a USCG license, I gained valuable experience working as a marine engineer aboard research vessels, ATBs and tug boats. I also had the privilege to serve as an officer in the US Navy Reserve. After...

Maria Isabel Amaro was born in Colombia, South America in 1970. Ms. Amaro relocated to Miami, FL in 1985 and has lived in Miami for the last 24 years.

Ms. Amaro graduated from Nova Southeastern University with her Bachelors in Business Administration and a minor in Professional Management in 2005. Ms. Amaro attended Saint Thomas University School of Law receiving her Juris Doctor in 2008.

She was also a certified legal intern for Legal Aid of Greater Miami in the Family Law department for two semesters.

Upon being admitted to the Florida Bar in 2008, Ms. Amaro joined the law firm of Friedman,...

Ben Murphey is an attorney with the Fort Lauderdale law firm of Lawlor Winston. Mr. Murphey was born in Montgomery, Alabama in 1971. Before entering college, he served in the U. S. Army Infantry where he earned his airborne wings, and had the honor of serving as a sentinel at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. He has been admitted to practice before all Florida Courts, the United States District Court for the Southern, Middle and Northern Districts of Florida, and the United States Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit. Mr. Murphey's practice areas include general and...

Senior Partner at Guy Yudin & Foster, LLP. 20 years legal experience in the areas of real estate law, riparian rights, business law; business litigation, environmental law, marinas, boatyards, yacht brokers, boat builders, and other maritime matters. Routinely prosecutes administrative actions before the Division of Administrative Hearings. Also experienced with civil appeals, property damage claims, insurance coverage, small claims, collections, construction law and mechanics liens. Admitted to practice in 1994 in the State of Florida and the District of Columbia. Practicing in Stuart, Florida since 1995. J.D. Quinnipiac College School...

Todd Passman has practiced law since 1998 and is admitted to the Florida Bar as well as the Georgia Bar.

He was born and raised in Fort Pierce, Florida, where he graduated from Fort Pierce Westwood High School in 1991. On graduating, Todd was awarded both a Florida Undergraduate Scholars Scholarship and a Florida State University Academic Scholars Scholarship. He attended Florida State University in Tallahassee, Florida and graduated in 1995 with a degree in accounting. While attending Florida State, Todd Passman studied abroad in London, England as part of Florida State University’s International Program. Finally, Todd attended the very prestigious...

Joseph J. Rinaldi, Jr., graduated from the University of Florida in 1998 and from the University of Miami School of Law in 2002. He is licensed to practice in Florida, in both State and Federal Courts, as well as the United States Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit and the Supreme Court of the United States. Memberships: Florida Bar Association, American Association for Justice, Florida Justice Association, American Bar Association, Broward County Bar Association, Florida Admiralty Trial Lawyers Association, United District Court for the Southern District of Florida, United District Court for the Northern District of Florida, United States...

Marvin Simon Schulman, Esq., has represented the rights of victims, consumers, and investors, for almost 40 years, specializing in complex litigation and serious personal injury and malpractice cases. Attorney Marvin Simon Schulman, Esq., has been acknowledged as having earned and received the highest rating (AV) conferred by Martindale Hubbell. This is the most respected directory of lawyers and law firms in the United States, reflecting the confidential opinions of his peer attorneys and Judges, as a leading Florida litigation attorney.

I founded Waterway Black P.A. with a vision - to partner with my clients, not just in their most recent matter but with their ultimate business goals in mind. WBPA offers big firm quality and experience, with small firm efficiency, service and value. We provide clients with constant access to our attorneys and staff and keep clients informed throughout the pendency of every matter we handle. I represent companies and individuals in all aspects of civil litigation throughout Florida, including business litigation, shareholder disputes, entity dissolution, insurance litigation, product liability, railroad defense, transportation, and coordinating counsel/litigation management.

David is the managing attorney of BRILL & RINALDI, The Law Firm. He is also co-counsel with the Miami-based law firm of Crewmember & Maritime Advocacy Center, P.A. David began his legal career in the Office of the State Attorney in and for the Eleventh Judicial Circuit in Miami, first serving as a Certified Legal Intern and then for over three years as an Assistant State Attorney. He tried six jury trials as an Intern. He tried dozens of bench proceedings and approximately two dozen jury trials as an Assistant State Attorney. After his departure...

Mr. Lindbaek has exclusively practiced Plaintiff's law since he started his career. During Law School at the University of Florida, Mr. Lindbaek worked at a prestigious Plaintiff's law firm where he gained valuable experience and insight that one can't get in law books. If you or your loved ones have been injured or treated unfairly by an insurance company, call or email Mr. Lindbaek for a free consultation.

Jeremy Dover has an intense drive that has allowed him to hone and refine his broad litigation skill set. His general area of practice is Civil Litigation, with a focus on both Personal Injury Protection and Personal Injury Lawsuits. Jeremy is an ethical scholar that focuses on finding new, ingenious arguments and strategies to help in his zealous advocacy for all his clients, and he will never settle for less than any of his clients justly deserve. Jeremy worked throughout his time at UM, including holding positions at multiple law offices, the Miami-Dade State Attorney’s Office, Lawyers to the Rescue Non-Profit...

My job is to produce solutions to my clients' problems. I am known for leaving no stone unturned when representing my clients in court. I am a lawyer warrior for my clients and I outwork opposing attorneys. From my first attorney position out of law school, I have been a litigator. I have fought for my clients' rights in court, arbitrations and at mediations. A U.S. Army Ranger veteran, my experience in a special forces military unit developed and tested my leadership skills, and taught me to react smartly and quickly under pressure, but most importantly for clients. Today, I...

I have practiced in the area of Personal injury and Wrongful Death for my entire legal career. This includes automobile accidents, slip and falls or any other type of injury matter. I started my career litigating injury lawsuits for the defense which included some of the largest insurance companies in the country. However, I felt my skills could better benefit the injured Plaintiff, so I "switched sides". I devote my entire practice to the area of Personal injury and Wrongful Death claims and litigation.

Donald J. Freeman, Esquire specializes in commercial litigation in state and federal courts, real estate and commercial transactions, business law and admiralty law. The firm office is located in West Palm Beach, Florida.

Mr. Freeman graduated from the United States Coast Guard Academy with a Bachelor of Science degree in 1967. He then served for four years as an Officer in the United States Coast Guard and commanded the 95 foot patrol boat, Cape Shoalwater, out of Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Mr. Freeman graduated from the University of Miami Law School in 1974. Mr. Freeman moved to...

Robert N. Hogan, II is a partner with the Law Firm of Hogan & Chapman, P.L.

Matthew Kish is an attorney with substantial experience in all aspects of bankruptcy, real estate, and commercial law. Matthew has practiced law in California and Florida and he has a proven ability to find sound solutions to complex legal, commercial, and financial concerns. Originally from Philadelphia, he is an avid surfer and outdoorsman.