Palm Springs Lawyers

Mr. Sagan's interest in the legal field began at the University of Central Florida. While a full time student, he worked as an intern for a major insurance defense firm that represented clients such as major theme parks and large automobile corporations. There, he learned invaluable defense strategies, ways of thinking from a defense point of view, and he was taught how to help plan and prepare a case for trial. After graduating, Mr. Sagan moved back to his hometown of West Palm Beach and enrolled in law school at Nova Southeastern University. While attending law school...

As the only Board Certified Consumer Bankruptcy attorney in West Palm Beach, practicing bankruptcy law since 1977, I possess a high degree of expertise in the field of consumer bankruptcy law. I have been Board Certified by the American Board of Certification in Consumer Bankruptcy since 1999.

Attainment of this certification requires peer review, successful performance on a lengthy examination and completion of 60 hours of continuing legal education every five years. It is not surprising that few lawyers are able to achieve this distinction.

I have also authored a text book for lawyers on bankruptcy...

Attorney Richard Llerena has practiced law with integrity, taking on cases and causes he deemed worthy,and most importantly, utilizing his background,heritage, and skills as a fluent Spanish writer and speaker to give a voice to the growing Latino community in Palm Beach County. A lifelong South Floridian, Mr. Llerena graduated cum laude from the University of Miami in 2002 with a major in political science, was the recipient of the University of Miami Book Award, the Pi Sigma Alpha Award for Excellence in the field of political science. During his undergraduate years, he was also a member of the Phi...

As a preeminent West Palm Beach criminal defense lawyer at Perlet & Shiner, P.A., Marc Shiner has a reputation as a top-notch, tough, respected attorney with 28 years of experience and hundreds of trials, many of them high-profile which received national media attention. Over the course of his career, Mr. Shiner has achieved notable success. As a former major crimes prosecutor for the State Attorney’s Office, he has had 250 jury and non-jury trials, including many high-profile sex crimes and murder cases. Mr. Shiner handles all criminal cases, including all white collar crimes, drug offenses, conspiracy, murder, DUI manslaughter, fraud, robbery,...

Thomas M. Prestia began his legal career serving as a prosecutor at the Miami-Dade State Attorney’s Office. During his tenure as a prosecutor, Mr. Prestia gained the knowledge and experience necessary to manage and litigate cases from the government’s perspective. This knowledge and experience has been critical in defending individuals facing criminal charges, as well as in his general trial practice. After leaving the State Attorney’s Office, Mr. Prestia further developed his trial practice by working at a leading medical malpractice firm. There he gained valuable insight into the operation of medical practices, experience in evaluating and litigating serious...

Attorney James C. Spitz represents insureds, both individuals and families, with claims against insurance companies ( usually arising from an insurance policy), when an insurer refuses to pay a claim.

Many of our clients have sustained damages to their homes and businesses, and after being unsuccessful in resolving their claims on their own, have turned to our law firm for guidance, and to take over the handling,( including litigating), of our insured's claim.

James Spitz is an aggressive litigator who seeks full and fair compensation for his clients.

Charles E. Cartwright is a well-known and highly respected South Florida personal injury lawyer who has a demonstrated record of results. As Co-Managing Partner at Gonzalez & Cartwright, P.A., he has recovered more than $45 million on behalf of victims and their families. With more than 20 years of experience as an attorney, Charles is well-versed in all stages of the personal injury arena, from initial consultation all the way through trial.

Charles is AV-rated by Martindale-Hubbell, meaning that he has received the highest possible rating based upon the opinions of other lawyers and judges. Over his career, Charles has received...

Evan, a Palm Beach County native with deep roots extending four generations in West Palm Beach, proudly carries on the family tradition as a second-generation trusts and estates attorney. Opting to remain close to home for his studies, he pursued a double major in finance and real estate at Florida Atlantic University. His early career, shaped by his meaningful work at Hospice of Palm Beach County, now known as TrustBridge, ignited a passion for supporting individuals, especially the elderly. With a legacy to uphold, Evan embraced his father’s path in the legal profession, attending the University of Florida Levin College of...

Adriana Gonzalez is a shareholder in Gonzalez & Cartwright, P.A., an AV-rated firm in Lake Worth, Florida. Along with her law partner Charles Cartwright, Adriana built this successful practice from nothing. The firm was formed in 2010. Today, Gonzalez & Cartwright, P.A. is among the premier Spanish-speaking law firms in Palm Beach County and has recovered more than $30 million for clients.

Adriana Gonzalez has litigated cases on behalf of injured clients in State and Federal Courts throughout Florida. Her practice includes personal injury, wrongful death, and catastrophic injury cases arising from automobile accidents, trucking accidents, motorcycle accidents, product defects, and...

Melanie Rose Kalmin is an associate attorney with Vette Law. She focuses her practice exclusively on divorce and family law related matters including time-sharing, alimony, paternity, custody, domestic violence, child support and enforcement matters. As a Florida native, Melanie attended the University of Central Florida. Melanie then attended law school at Florida International University, College of Law. After law school, Melanie went on to practice in the health care realm of law for several years until she realized her passion was in family law.

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...

Edgardo Hernandez obtained a Bachelor of Science in Event Management from the University of Florida in Gainesville, FL and his Juris Doctor from the University of Miami School of Law in Coral Gables, FL. While serving as case manager to various law firms in South Florida he developed a wealth of knowledge in practicing Criminal Defense, Family, Personal Injury Protection, and other areas of Civil Litigation. In addition to running this firm, Attorney Hernandez has also been a Florida Supreme Court Certified Family Mediator, Licensed Notary Public, and Adjunct Professor at Palm Beach State College teaching a course on the Legal...

Mr. Stillman has dedicated he legal career to helping the victims of Personal Injuries, Medical Malpractice, Wrongful Death, Work Injuries, Bankruptcies and many other disciplines of Law. He has always stood for the "little guy or gal" fighting against Big Insurance. He is a member of the Million Dollar Advocates Forum, so he can handle your case big or small.  Many lawyers have big law firms or may even be the largest in the state or country, but none will give you the honest personalized care and attention that you deserve. Honestly most big firm lawyers won't even come to the...

Attorney Ryan S. Shipp is the founder of the Law Office of Ryan S. Shipp, PLLC. Mr. Shipp was raised in West Bloomfield, Michigan and has brought his Midwest Values to South Florida where he has called his home for the last 15 years. Mr. Shipp focuses his practice on Business Law, Real Estate Law, Elder Law, and Transactional work .

Additionally, Mr. Shipp assists Landlords, Property Managers, and Property Owners in Evictions, Unlawful Detainers, Ejectments, Replevins, Quiet Title, and the Partition of Florida Real Property. Mr. Shipp and his team are is well versed with Chapter 718 and 720...

Phil is a founding partner of the law firm of Thompson & Thomas, P.A. He was a member of the Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society at Auburn University and graduated Magna Cum Laude from Auburn in 1992 . Phil attended the University of Florida College of Law and graduated with Honors in 1995. He was admitted to the Florida Bar in 1996 and was licensed to practice before the Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals that same year. He was also admitted to the U.S. Federal District Court for both the Southern and Middle Districts of Florida...

Ryan Jay Smollar is a South Florida native and understands the unique requirements of South Florida residents. He obtained his undergraduate degree from Florida State University in Tallahassee and his Juris Doctorate degree from St. Thomas University School of Law. His attorney practice areas include: Elder Law, Asset Protection, Estate Planning, Medicaid Planning, Guardianship, Social Security Disability and Probate Administration. Ryan's law practice is focused on compassion and client accommodation. Home visits and appointments at skilled nursing facilities are available for those who cannot travel. South Florida seniors and their families have concerns and solutions which are unique to our...

Mrs. Fraga is a Managing Partner at Acosta & Fraga Law, PLLC a boutique Immigration and Nationality Law practice in South Florida with offices in Lake Worth, Florida and Puerto Rico. She is licensed to practice law in the State of Florida by the Florida Supreme Court and is also admitted to practice before the U.S. Southern District Court of Florida. In addition, she is authorized to practice Immigration Law in the United States and its territories within the jurisdiction of the Federal Government. As she has devoted her career to only practice in the Immigration Law sector she has...

Ted Babbitt has won more than lawsuits over the past four decades. He’s won accolades and esteem. Since 1973, Mr. Babbitt has been a member of the Inner Circle of Advocates, an invitation-only group limited to just 100 of the top plaintiffs’ lawyers in the country. He’s written more than 100 articles that have appeared in national and local publications, given lectures for other attorneys, chaired nearly a dozen professional committees, and been listed – for more than 20 years — in The Best Lawyers in America. All the while, he has successfully tackled some of the toughest personal injury...

Nadine Heitz has a passion to help her clients through an often difficult and emotionally turbulent process. Having been through the U.S. Immigration experience herself, Nadine understands how challenging it can be. Before embarking on a legal career, Nadine Heitz lived in Toronto, Canada where she enjoyed a successful career in Marketing. Upon arriving in Florida, Nadine gained valuable experience managing a high volume immigration law practice for five years. Nadine understands how important the immigration process is to you, your relatives, your loved ones, your employer, and anyone else who may be impacted by the outcome of your...

Mr. Bornstein has more than 35 years of experience handling complex marital and family law matters for clients across the State of Florida. He also has extensive experience in probate and guardianship matters. Additionally, he serves as a mediator, guardian ad litem, attorney ad litem, and special magistrate in family law cases and probate matters. Mr. Bornstein has several reported appellate opinions, and has argued before the Florida Supreme Court. Mr. Bornstein was again selected as one of 2022's Legal Elite by Florida Trend, and was Palm Beach County Legal Aid Society’s 2009 Family Lawyer of the Year. He was recognized...

I have spent most of my life in Florida, having moved here when I was just eight years old from New Jersey. After high school, I attended the University of Florida (UF), where I earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, and developed a love for sports. Prior to joining The Law Offices of Craig Goldenfarb, I first began my career practicing personal injury on the defense side. Defending insurance companies, however, was not something I enjoyed doing for long. I much prefer being on the Plaintiff's side, representing clients who have been injured in a motor...

John Fletcher Romano is a civil trial advocate board-certified by the Florida Bar and the National Board of Trial Advocacy, as well as the American Board of Professional Liability Attorneys. John has successfully litigated to a verdict nearly every type of civil and criminal case, including those involving failure to diagnose cancer, product defects, drug and vaccine defect litigation, libel and slander, vehicular collisions, personal injury, murder, armed robbery and wrongful denial of health insurance benefits.

Im a Florida native with over 20 years of experience in Estate Planning. I offer customized Estate Planning documents to meet your families needs.

DUI, Marijuana & Felony Criminal Attorney, Joshua LeRoy, Esq. is a veteran Criminal Lawyer, AVVO rated 10.0 in DUI and Traffic, and 10.0 in Criminal Defense. He was selected to the Top 100 National Trial Lawyers, Top 40 under 40 National Trial Lawyers, 10 Best in Customer Satisfaction, and is A/V Rated Preeminent by his peers. Service areas: Palm Beach County, FL, USA West Palm Beach, FL, USA Boynton Beach, FL, USA Palm Beach, FL, USA Lake Worth, FL, USA Boca Raton, FL, USA Delray Beach, FL, USA Manalapan, FL, USA Greenacres, FL, USA Palm Beach Gardens, FL, USA Lantana, FL, USA Jupiter, FL, USA Wellington, FL, USA Hypoluxo, FL, USA

Mr. Rhoads has practiced law in Palm Beach County since 2003. He began his professional career with Kingcade & Rhoads, in West Palm Beach, Florida, where he handled cases including personal injury, family law, contract litigation, medical malpractice, nursing home abuse, wage violations and employment discrimination. He then was associated with the law office of Brian D. Guralnick, P.A., in West Palm Beach where he focused his practice on handling cases involving automobile negligence, products liability and construction negligence. Currently, he has been actively involved in Civil Trial Litigation handling all phases of civil cases including automobile...

As a Florida board-certified criminal trial lawyer and partner at Romano Law Group, Eric Romano has been effectively representing clients in civil and criminal matters, including personal injury and wrongful death, criminal defense and commercial litigation, for 15 years. During his career, he has gone to verdict in more than 100 criminal and civil trials.