- Divorce
- Criminal DefenseRichard Greenberg concentrates his practice in the areas of professional responsibility, professional licensure defense, and criminal defense. For more than 30 years, Richard has focused his practice on representing attorneys in grievance matters before The Florida Bar and representing Florida Bar applicants in proceedings before the Florida Board of Bar Examiners. He also provides letters of advice on legal ethics issues and serves as an expert witness on legal ethics. In addition to representing attorneys and Florida Bar applicants, Richard represents professionals in licensure matters before state regulatory bodies.
- DUI/DWIHe has an extensive background in criminal defense, representing clients in matters ranging from traffic offenses and DUI to serious felony offenses punishable by life in prison. He represents clients in both state and federal courts in the State of Florida and in the State of Georgia. Richard has personally tried over 150 jury trials to verdict, and has extensive experience representing individuals seeking clemency through the Florida Office of Executive Clemency.
- Wrongful DeathRob Blank is a Board Certified Civil Trial Lawyer concentrating his practice in the defense of product liability and casualty cases. Rob defends automobile manufacturers, industrial equipment manufacturers, power tool manufacturers, commercial food equipment manufacturers and beverage companies against claims of alleged product defect resulting in catastrophic injury and/or wrongful death. He also defends theme parks, water parks, trucking companies, beverage companies, retailers and other businesses against various tort claims.
- Sex Crimes
- FraudMike Holt provides sophisticated, client-focused representation on a diverse spectrum of legal issues. His areas of focus include toxic tort, product liability, commercial disputes, RICO, Unfair and Deceptive Trade Practice claims, business torts and insurance fraud. His background includes jury trials, arbitrations and appellate work.
- White Collar CrimesFlorida Trial Team, Chair for Intramural Competition National Finalist for the Georgetown White Collar Crime Invitational Competition
- Assault
- MurderLan Kennedy-Davis represented the Wife and was lead counsel in this dissolution of marriage action that crossed international waters and took an interesting turn, which involved a subsequent case of murder and intrigue that made international headlines. After trial, the Court awarded the Wife everything that she requested in the divorce. Refusing to acknowledge the Court’s Final Judgment, the Husband removed well over $1 million from the parties’ accounts and fled to Belize, where he had built a large house on a double ocean front lot next door to John McAfee (the inventor of the McAfee anti-virus software), even though Wife was also awarded this house in Belize. While hiding from the Court in Belize, he was allegedly murdered by John McAfee. The Court awarded Lan Kennedy-Davis and her co-counsel, the Husband’s 50-foot yacht in which he purchased for $175,000 and used to flee to Belize. The John McAfee murder story is broadcast on television, and the Husband’s estate has filed an action against John McAfee in the United States District Court, Middle District of Florida.
- Restraining OrderCraig represents companies in claims for breach of contract, fraud, and intentional interference with contractual relations. He also has experience in prosecuting and defending actions seeking temporary restraining orders and other injunctive relief arising out of commercial disputes. His practice includes defending cases involving sales commission contracts, construction and construction loan contracts, advertising contracts, and banking and mortgage servicing practices.
- Money LaunderingDuring law school, Justin completed numerous litigation-focused internships including internships within the Tort Division of the New York City Law Department, the Criminal Trials Division of the New Jersey Office of the Public Defender, and the Organized Crime Task Force of the New York Attorney General’s Office. Prior to law school, Justin worked alongside federal prosecutors in the Asset Forfeiture and Money Laundering Section of the U.S. Department of Justice in Washington D.C.
- Corporate LawOn the other side of the spectrum from corporate law, Lan enjoys working with individuals. She devotes a good part of her practice to family law. She focuses on high-assets and complex family law cases. Many of her family law clients are executives, professionals and business owners. With her combined business and legal experience, she is able to address the complexities of property division and financial support when the case involves business ownership, valuation, determination of income, qualified and unqualified forms of compensation. She guides her clients through a dissolution of marriage in a manner that minimizes the impact to their businesses and employment. Lan has an abundance of compassion for her clients and understanding for her clients’ family issues and many remain in touch with her after their cases have been concluded.
- Mergers and AcquisitionsShe served as corporate counsel for three publicly traded companies, including in-house counsel of a Fortune 500 company; CLO of a $800 million company which, was then the world’s largest electronics accessories company; and CLO of a publicly traded Hong Kong conglomerate. With a strong business background and extensive in-house counsel experience, she serves corporate clients as their external general counsel and works closely with the corporations’ internal counsel and officers on transactional matters, including mergers and acquisitions, contract negotiations, business development and litigation. The breadth and depth of both her business and legal experience allows her to understand and appreciate how legal issues impact the business, and enable her to resolve issues efficiently and effectively.
- Business DisputesMeghan Kennedy focuses her practice in the areas of complex commercial litigation, professional liability, intellectual property, business law, and family law. She litigates professional malpractice claims, corporate and partnership disputes, director and officer liability, breach of fiduciary duty claims, as well as fraud and civil conspiracy claims.
- Business TransactionsAfter law school, and obtaining certification in public accounting, Brad worked in the tax department of Arthur Andersen & Co.’s Atlanta office prior to obtaining a Master’s of Law in taxation. As a member of Arthur Andersen & Co.’s team of tax attorneys/CPAs, he was involved in structuring strategies relating to business transactions, tax free exchanges, real estate, equipment leasing and other investment partnerships. His law practice includes preparation of private placement memoranda under Federal and State exemptions, including private offerings for software for small and medium size banks, capital funding for building supply companies and horse syndications.
- Limited Liability Companies
- Trade Secrets
- Intellectual PropertyJacey’s team represents a wide range of clients with the depth and capabilities to handle the issues that matter to retailers including commercial and transactional disputes, construction disputes, intellectual property litigation, Medicare compliance, employment, constitutional challenges and casualty litigation. He also consults with retail, restaurant and lodging businesses in overall litigation management and alternative dispute resolution programs.
- Unfair CompetitionLan Kennedy-Davis was lead counsel for Plaintiff. This case involved trademark infringement and unfair competition by Defendant. Plaintiff manufactured and sold headphones under the brand “SOUL by Ludacris”. “SOUL” was a registered trademark with the USPTO owned by Plaintiff. Defendant sold headphones under the brand “SOL”, and caused confusion in the marketplace between “SOUL” and “SOL” headphones. Plaintiff filed an action against SOL for trademark infringement and sought an injunction against SOL. SOL agreed to change its branding to “SOL REPUBLIC” for clear distinction and to never use the word “SOL” standalone again. SOL agreed to make this change throughout all aspects of its business, including in its packaging, sales and marketing material. This case was litigated in United States District Court, Northern District of California.
- Antitrust
- Wrongful TerminationHer employment work focuses on the defense of employers, including insurance companies, in cases involving claims of harassment, wrongful termination, retaliation and violation of civil rights. Lori also litigates cases involving employee benefits, non-compete agreements and other contractual and commercial disputes.
- Employment DiscriminationLinda also litigates claims arising from the employment relationship. She represents public and private employers in judicial and administrative proceedings including those before the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) and the Florida Commission on Human Relations (FCHR). She defends clients in cases asserting claims under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and Chapter 760, Florida Statutes, including those based on religion, national origin, race and gender. She also has extensive experience defending against wage and hour claims (collective actions) brought under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and the Family and Medical Leave Act of 1993 (FMLA) as well as allegations of age discrimination brought under the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA). She has also defended entities on public records issues.
- Employment ContractRebecca Beers focuses her practice on securities and commercial litigation and has litigated cases from pre-suit negotiations to final appeals, appearing before judges, juries, and arbitrators during trial. She represents broker-dealers and registered investment advisors in state and federal courts and in FINRA arbitration, litigating claims related to employment contracts, clearing broker liability, suitability, fraud, supervision, raiding, and trust liability. She also has substantial experience in defending pest control industry claims, class actions, product liability, insurance, and employment matters. In addition, through research and practical experience, Rebecca has developed a broad-based knowledge of arbitration law, particularly in post-award litigation in courts and in the enforcement of arbitration agreements.
- Employment LitigationCraig Alexander has a diverse practice including the areas of commercial litigation, professional responsibility and labor and employment. He represents companies in various commercial disputes and employment claims, as well as counsels individual attorneys who are faced with bar disciplinary proceedings and need advice on ethics inquiries. Craig is a seasoned trial attorney who served as lead counsel in more than 40 jury cases to verdict and more than 100 non-jury cases to judgment, and appeared before the Alabama Supreme Court twice and won both appeals.
- Non-compete AgreementChase consults with employers on compliance with state and federal law. He regularly defends employers in state and federal court against various claims of discrimination including retaliation, harassment, whistle-blower and wrongful termination. Chase also has experience enforcing non-compete agreements.
- Severance AgreementShe represents both private and public employers in defending against employment-related claims including discrimination, wage and hour violations, whistle-blower violations, wrongful termination, harassment, and retaliation. She provides consulting and training services to clients designed to help prevent such claims and minimize risk. Sally also assists with the creation and enforcement of employee handbooks, severance agreements and non-compete agreements.
- Sexual HarassmentLinda is AV-Rated by Martindale-Hubbell. Outside of the courtroom, she is a frequent speaker and trainer on issues concerning the employer/employee relationship including such topics as the prevention of sexual harassment, the ADA, the FMLA and the FLSA, as well as hiring, retention and termination practices.
- Premises LiabilityPatrick Delaney represents automotive manufacturers in all phases of litigation involving Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act and Florida Lemon Law including arbitration before the Florida New Motor Vehicle Arbitration Board and in lawsuits throughout Florida and the Southeastern United States. He represents automobile manufacturers against negligence and strict liability claims based upon alleged product defects. In addition, he represents clients in casualty litigation defending companies against premises liability claims.
- Construction LitigationJason Bullinger focuses his practice in the area of construction, casualty and trucking litigation. He represents contractors, developers, and design professionals in construction defect claims and disputes.
- Eminent DomainResearch Assistant: Research Assistant for Professor Carol Zeiner (credited in Eminent Domain Wolves in Sheep’s Clothing: Private Benefit Masquerading as Classic Public Use, 28 Va. Envtl. L.J.1 (2010); and, Section 529 Prepaid College Tuition Scholarships: Help in Uncertain Economic Times, 55 Wayne L. Rev. 1061(Summer 2009)); Research Assistant for Professor Tamara F. Lawson (credited in “Whites Only Tree,” Hanging Nooses, No Crime?: Limiting the Prosecutorial Veto for Hate Crimes in Louisiana and Across America, 8 U. Md. L.J. Race, Religion, Gender & Class 123. (Spring 2008))
- Property DamageSara Lewis Kallop focuses on casualty litigation, assisting clients in matters involving motor vehicle accident claims, wrongful death and property damage.
- Personal InjuryLigianette “Gigi” Cordova focuses her practice on casualty litigation. She represents clients in negligence claims involving personal injury.
- Auto Accidents
- Estate Planning"Legal Ethics in Estate Planning Practice," Part of "Estate Planning: The Ultimate Guide," National Business Institute Seminar, August 2019
- WillsLan Kennedy-Davis served as co-counsel on a team of attorneys who represented Appellee Mr. Barcus. In this appeal, Appellant Ms. Barley, individually and as personal representative of the estate of her deceased husband, appealed the dismissal of her motion to appoint a corporate trustee for the residuary trust created under her husband’s Last Will and Testament. She also appealed the order that appointed a substitute individual trustee for that trust. The 5th DCA reversed the trial court’s decision and remanded the case.
- TrustsBrad also provides tax and business planning for diverse individuals and business entities, including organizations, reorganizations, private securities offerings under federal and state securities laws, mergers, acquisitions and sales and purchases of businesses; estate planning, probate and trust administration; shareholder and partnership agreements, operating agreements for limited liability companies, and dispute resolution involving shareholders, partners, members of limited liability companies; corporate employment and non-qualified compensation agreements (stock options, stock appreciation rights, etc.) and business ownership succession planning. Brad’s diverse client base includes law firms, medical groups, architects, construction, manufacturing, restaurants, business consultants, realtors, specialty pharmacies and radio stations.
- Probate
- BankruptcyRobert also served on the inaugural Fee Arbitration Committee for the Birmingham Bar Association and has served as chairman and co-chairman of that committee, as well as serving on the BBA’s Pro Bono and Scholarship Committees. He is a past president of the University of Alabama at Birmingham National Alumni Association. Robert is a frequent speaker for continuing education courses on bankruptcy law and related topics and taught courses on bankruptcy law for paralegals at Cumberland School of Law, serving for several years on the faculty of Birmingham School of Law. Robert is a past chairman of the Pastoral Council and Finance Committee at St. Elias Maronite Catholic Church in Birmingham.
- ForeclosureRobert represents lenders, bondholders, indenture trustees and borrowers in bankruptcy and other state and federal proceedings. Representations include orderly liquidations both in and out of court, loan workouts and debt restructurings. Robert also assists lenders in the defense of consumer litigation matters including FDCPA and advises lenders and borrowers in foreclosure and UCC sales both consensual and non-consensual.
- Tax Law
- Debt CollectionSummary judgment granted for clients in case alleging violation of Federal Fair Debt Collection Practices Act and Florida Consumer Collection Practices Act.