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The Florida Bar News
December 1, 2008
ACCIDENT CASES

Sarah Weissbard and “AV’ rated Mary Jo Meives RN, JD will handle serious injury cases and medical malpractice cases even when liability is tough, anywhere in the State of Florida. Co-counsel agreements welcomed and referral fees paid in accordance with Bar Rules. Let’s start a working relationship. Accident & Personal Injury Law Center, P. A. main office - Hollywood, Florida; 1-800-DAMAGES - (954) 458-6626; e-mail: lawsarahw@aol.com.

ADMISSIONS and ATTORNEY DISIPLINE
Charles L. Curtis, “AV” rated with 33+ years of experience in civil and administrative trials. Past Grievance Committee chair (twice). Available to consult/appear before grievance committees, bar examiners, referees, and Florida Supreme Court proceedings. (954) 763-1716. Ft. Lauderdale.

APPEALS - CIVIL AND CRIMINAL
Thomas J. Butler, Esq., Board Certified Appellate Attorney. Practice in United States Supreme Court, Florida/New York State and United States District and Circuit Courts. Consultation, referral and support at all stages of trial and appellate litigation. 407 Lincoln Road, Suite 708, Miami Beach, Florida 33139. (305) 673-3332; appellatelaw@bellsouth.net.
APPELLATE LAW
Dock A. Blanchard, Esquire, Board Certified both in Appellate Practice and Civil Trial. As of June 2008, he is one of only five lawyers in the State of Florida with both certifications. Referral and support at all stages of trial and appellate litigation. 4 S.E. Broadway Street, Post Office Box 1869, Ocala, Florida 34478. Phone (352) 732-7218; Fax: (352) 732-0017; docklaw@bmaklaw.com.

Nancy Wear, - 30+ years successful appellate experience. All Fla. DCAs and Supreme Court. U.S. Supreme Court and First, Second, 11th, Federal Circuits. Co-counsel, ghost-write or lead; civil (e.g., commercial, maritime, family, lawyer discipline), criminal (appeals, post-conviction), extraordinary writs. 118 reported cases. Board-certified Criminal Appeals (1992). 1234 S. Dixie Hwy., Suite 337, Coral Gables, FL 33146. (305) 668-3004.

ATTORNEY DISCIPLINE & BAR ADMISSION, PROFESSIONAL LICENSING ETHICS OPINIONS ++
Elizabeth S. Conan - Select an ethics attorney with nearly seven years of experience as disciplinary counsel for The Florida Bar to defend you, or simply to address your concerns regarding any professional ethics matter, from grievance inquiry through litigation at the Supreme Court level. Available statewide, with office in Orlando. 321-228-2228; econan@cfl.rr.com.

++ Joseph A. Corsmeier, “AV” rated former disciplinary counsel for The Florida Bar (1990-1998), with over 23 years of legal experience (and over 18 years experience in the field), is available to represent attorneys in grievance and reinstatement matters before The Florida Bar, Bar application and admission matters before the Florida Board of Bar Examiners, consultation and expert testimony on ethics and malpractice issues, and representation of other professionals before all Florida boards and agencies in administrative licensure and discipline matters. Joseph A. Corsmeier, Law Office of Joseph A. Corsmeier, P.A., 2454 McMullen Booth Road, Suite 431, Clearwater 33759; office: (727) 799-1688, fax: (727) 799-1670; e-mail: jcorsmeier@jac-law.com.

Richard A. Greenberg, “AV” rated lawyer, former disciplinary counsel for The Florida Bar with over 22 years experience in the area, is available for representation before grievance committees, before the Florida Board of Bar Examiners (representing applicants since 1990), in referee proceedings, and in any proceedings involving attorney discipline and Bar admission. Member of the national Association of Professional Responsibility Lawyers. Member of The Florida Bar Professional Ethics Committee (1994-2003). (July 01, 2008-Present). Rumberger, Kirk and Caldwell, 215 South Monroe Street, Suite 130, Tallahassee 32301, phone (850) 222-6550, toll free 1-888-3ETHICS. rgreenberg@rumberger.com.

George F. Indest III, “AV” rated lawyer, over 27 years in practice, is available to represent attorneys and bar applicants, in bar licensure issues, bar complaints and advertising violations, before the Florida Board of Bar Examiners, grievance committees and in any other proceedings. Also available to consult and testify as expert in attorney ethics, attorney malpractice, and attorney’s fees cases. Managing partner. Lecturer and writer on attorney ethics. Available statewide. Offices in Altamonte Springs, Orlando & Pensacola. (407) 331-6620/(850) 439-1001.

David R. Ristoff, “AV” rated former chief counsel for the Tampa office of The Florida Bar, Department of Lawyer Regulation (1984 - June 2000), is available for representation of attorneys in admission and before grievance committees, referee proceedings, reinstatements, Florida Board of Bar Examiners, and appeals before the Supreme Court of Florida. Available to represent other professionals in licensure proceedings. Also available for consultation and/ or expert testimony on legal ethics and malpractice issues. David R. Ristoff, Williams, Ristoff, & Proper, P.L.C., 6131 U. S. Highway 19, New Port Richey, phone (727) 842-9758, fax (727) 848-2494.


Donald A. Smith, Jr., “AV” rated lawyer with over 25 years experience in defending attorneys in Bar grievance/disciplinary proceedings is available to represent lawyers in all Bar proceedings, including reinstatement/readmission. He is available to serve as an expert witness. He has represented applicants before the Florida Board of Bar Examiners for over 20 years and is available for representation concerning applications and character/fitness proceedings. Donald A. Smith, Jr., Suite 200, 109 North Brush Street, Tampa 33602, phone (813) 273-0063, dsmith@smithtozian.com.

Brian L .Tannebaum, “AV” rated criminal defense lawyer and former grievance committee member is available to represent attorneys in grievance and reinstatement matters before The Florida Bar, applicants before the Florida Board of Bar Examiners, consultation on ethics issues, and representation of other professionals in licensure and discipline matters. Member, Association of Professional Responsibility Lawyers. Brian L. Tannebaum, Tannebaum Weiss, P.L. , 150 West Flagler Street, Penthouse, Miami 33130; Office: (305) 374-7850, e-mail: bt@tannebaumweiss.com.

Kevin P. Tynan, “AV” rated former disciplinary counsel for The Florida Bar (1988-2000) with 20+ years in the legal ethics field; is available for consultation and representation concerning all matters related to Florida Bar or Florida Board of Bar Examiner proceedings. He is also available for consultation and expert testimony on all matters related to a lawyer’s professional responsibilities. Kevin P. Tynan, Esq., Richardson & Tynan, PLC, 8142 N. University Drive, Tamarac 33321, Phone (954) 721-7300.

Stephen C. Whalen, “AV’ rated former disciplinary counsel for The Florida Bar (1991 - 2005) is available to represent attorneys statewide in all phases of proceedings before grievance committees, referees, including appeals, and the Board of Bar Examiners. Available for consultation and serve as an expert witness. Stephen C. Whalen, P.A., 1108 Nebraska Ave., Palm Harbor 34683; (727) 785-1715; Fax: (727) 785-1568.

BANKRUPTCY
Looking for a bankruptcy attorney? Zach B. Shelomith, Esq., is available for consultation and representation in all aspects of bankruptcy law matters, including consumer and business bankruptcy cases. Leiderman Shelomith, P.A., represents debtors, creditors, and trustees in liquidation and reorganization cases, and also handles commercial litigation, and collection matters. 2699 Stirling Road, Suite C401, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312; (954) 920-5355; fax (954)920-5371; info@lawyersfortlauderdale.com.
CLASS ACTIONS

Marc A. Wites, Esq. represents plaintiffs in class actions. Class action practice areas include deceptive trade practices, securities, antitrust, banking, defective and mislabeled products, tax, real estate, employment, and lending. Marc has vast experience representing plaintiffs and defendants in class litigation and has received court approval as class counsel in many cases. Marc’s publications include The Florida Litigation Guide (www.flalitguide.com). Co-counsel agreements welcome and referral fees paid in accordance with Bar rules. Wites, Kapetan & Friedland, P.A., Deerfield Beach, FL; (954) 570-8989; mwites@wklawyers.com; www.wklawyers.com.


CONSUMER PROTECTION AND FAIR CREDIT REPORTING ACT
Steve Fahlgren, “AV” rated lawyer and former attorney for several car dealers, represents consumers throughout Florida in consumer protection matters. Our firm handles claims against car dealers, car manufacturers, and finance companies for fraud, warranty violations, deceptive practices, and other statutory violations. In addition, we handle major credit damage and identity theft cases against credit bureaus, debt collectors and creditors. Our firm has trial experience including a multi-million dollar jury verdict against Equifax. For more information, see our Web site: www.ForTheConsumer.com or call (904) 845-2255.
CONSUMER PROTECTION AND LEMON LAW, including RECREATIONAL VEHICLES
Rebecca J. Covey, L.L.C., 23 years experience representing consumers in Lemon Law and unfair and deceptive trade practices in the automobile sales industry. Protecting the rights of consumers against recreational vehicle manufacturers, car dealers, car manufacturers and car finance companies for warranty violations, odometer and leasing violations and fraud. Also handling credit damage, credit discrimination. Available for consultation in proceedings ranging from Lemon Law arbitration to trial. Rebecca J. Covey, L.L.C., 1318 S.E. First Avenue, Ft. Lauderdale 33316, (954) 763-4300, RebeccaCovey@LemonAdvice.com, www.LemonAdvice.com .

CREDIT REPORTS
DEBT COLLECTION PRACTICES
Leo Bueno represents consumers against credit bureaus and debt collectors for violations of the FCRA, FDCPA and Fla.CCPA, e.g., credit report errors, credit denials, identity theft, debt collection threats and harassment, unfair bills and charges, collection lawsuits. LEO BUENO, ATTORNEY, P.A., 3001 Ponce de Leon Boulevard, Suite 244, Coral Gables; www.BuenoLaw.com, leo@buenolaw.com, (305) 669-5260. Referral fees paid in accordance with Florida Bar rules.
CRIME VICTIMS’ RIGHTS
Victims’ Rights Attorney Jason S. Turchin, Esq., represents victims of crime and their families throughout Florida. His office handles victims’ rights cases arising out of drunk driving crashes, molestation, rape, sexual assault, murder, and dram shop liability. All cases are handled on a contingency fee. Referrals and co-counsel arrangements welcomed and honored. Free consultation. Main Office: Miami. Call toll free (800) 655-4529. Open late and on weekends for consultations. www.jasonturchin.com.
CRIMINAL LAW
Michael Bruce Cohen, Esq., "AV" rated, Board Certified Criminal Trial Lawyer, former state and federal prosecutor, member of the Florida, D.C., and N.Y. bars, announces his availability to accept all state and federal criminal trial and appellate matters including international extraditions. Participation fees honored. 6400 North Andrews Avenue, Suite 460, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309; tel (954) 928-0059; fax (954)928-0829;e-mail: ATTORNEY@SOUTHFLALAW.COM.

David J. Joffe, Esquire, “AV” rated and listed in Registry of Preeminent Attorneys, in practice since 1989, practice limited exclusively to criminal defense in federal and state court, announces his availability to accept all federal criminal trial and appellate matters including public corruption, white collar, bank fraud, and criminal tax matters. Participation fees are honored. Ft. Lauderdale: (954) 723-0007; Miami: (305) 579-0048; Naples: (239) 263-6161; cell: (754) 423-6057. www.joffelaw.com.

DEFAMATION ATTORNEY
Defamation attorney Joseph A. Glick represents plaintiffs and defendants in libel and slander cases anywhere in the state of Florida. Board-Certified Civil Trial Lawyer with 26 years of experience. AV-rated. Past President of Dade County Trial Lawyers Association. Co-counsel agreements welcomed and referral fees paid in accordance with bar rules. Joseph A. Glick, P.A. 7300 North Kendall Drive, Suite 380, Miami, Florida 33156. Telephone: 305-668-8311; Fax: 305-668-8313; E-mail: Jglicklaw@camteq.net; Law4miami.com.


DISABILITY INSURANCE CLAIMS
Dell & Schaefer- Our disability income division, managed by Gregory Dell, is comprised of eight attorneys that represent claimants throughout all stages (ie. applications, denials, appeals, litigation, & buy-outs) of a claim for individual or group (ERISA) long-term disability benefits. Gregory is the author of Westlaw’s Florida Disability Insurance Law Treatise. Representing claimants throughout Florida & nationwide. Referral fees. 800-828-7583, diAttorney.com, gdell@diAttorney.com; Administrative office Hollywood.

John J. Spiegel invites inquiries about disability insurance matters: claims, coverage disputes, trial, litigation, and appeals for all forms of disability coverages, e.g., individual, group, ERISA (including “appeals”). Disability claims are often complex and contested. Early consultation and representation is strongly recommended. Co-counsel arrangements welcomed. Referring attorney fees protected. John J. Spiegel, P.A., Concord Building 9th Floor, 66 West Flagler Street, Miami 33130, (305) 539-0700.

ERISA
Lawrence D. Bache - Disputes governed by the Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA) - Litigation to recover wrongfully denied health, disability, pension, severance, life, or other employee benefits. Federal and State Court accredited and experienced. Available for representation, referrals, and/or consultation. The Law Office of Lawrence D. Bache, 9000 West Sheridan Street, Suite 174, Pembroke Pines FL 33024, phone (954) 436-7376, fax (954) 436-2926, e-mail: lawbache@netzero.net.
ESTATE, TRUST & GUARDIANSHIP LITIGATION
Anthony J. Diaz, trial lawyer and Certified Public Accountant with over 10 years litigation experience heads a firm concentrating its practice in all matters regarding estate, probate, trust and guardianship disputes. Division of fees paid in accordance with Florida Bar Rules. Law Firm of Anthony J. Diaz, 1211 Orange Ave., Ste., 104, Winter Park, FL 32789. Tel (407) 774-4949. Please visit our Web site: www.ajdestatelaw.com.

Christopher Q. Wintter, trial lawyer, Board Certified Wills, Trusts, and Estates Lawyer, and an instructor and faculty member for the National Institute for Trial Advocacy (NITA), heads a three lawyer firm concentrating its practice in probate, estate, trust and guardianship litigation throughout Florida. Division of fees may be paid in accordance with Florida Bar Rules in appropriate cases. Please visit our Web site: www.wintterlaw.com. Wintter & Associates, P.A., 2239 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood, Florida 33020. (954) 920-7014; Miami-Dade: (305) 948-6788; Palm Beach and Boca Raton: (561) 470-3448.
FEDERAL TORT CLAIMS
John W. Merting, P.A., “AV rated” representation or co-counsel in general personal injury claims and medical malpractice claims against United States Military and Veterans Administration hospitals. Thirty plus years experience in FTCA claims arising throughout the United States at the administrative and federal court trial levels. Admitted in Florida, Colorado, and Southern District of Alabama. John W. Merting, P.A., Harbourtown - Ste. 39, 913 Gulf Breeze Pkwy., Gulf Breeze 32561, phone (850) 916-9645, Web site: www.mertinglaw.com.

FEDERAL WORK COMP CLAIMS
Bar certified work comp attorney (Martindale-Hubbell “AV-rated”) accepting work comp claims of federal civilian employees (e.g. USPS, V A< Homeland Security, Department of Defense). Referral fees paid commensurate with code of conduct. Capp Taylor, Attorney, P.O. Box 16954, Clearwater, FL 33766. 1-888-717-2277; capptaylor@aol.com; www.capptaylor.com. Also, visit our affiliated National Web site at www.fealaw.com.

HEALTH CARE LAW
Board Certified health law attorney, and other health care attorneys available statewide to consult, affiliate as co-counsel, or accept referrals representing physicians and other health care providers. We represent exclusively health care providers. Our practice includes business, regulatory, and transactional matters and commercial, administrative, and professional litigation. Experienced in defending investigations, licensing cases, Medicare/Medicaid audits/investigations, credentialing/privileges cases, covenants-not-to-compete, and other health-related areas. The Health Law Firm, 1101 Douglas Avenue, Altamonte Springs, FL 32714, (407) 331-6620.

IMMIGRATION LAW

Jeffrey N. Brauwerman, Florida Bar Board Certified Immigration and Nationality Lawyer, former U.S. immigration judge and regional counsel and district counsel, U.S. Immigration & Naturalization Service, available for representation, consultation, and as an expert witness. “AV” rated. Vice-chair, inaugural Immigration and Nationality Law Certification Committee. Listed: “Florida Super Lawyers”; “The Best Lawyers in America;” “Martindale-Hubbell’s Register of Pre-eminent Lawyers;” and “The Florida Consumer Guidebook to Law & Leading Attorneys.” Referral/participation accommodations as allowed by The Florida Bar are welcome. Offices in Miami and Ft. Lauderdale. Miami, phone (305) 758-1234, Ft. Lauderdale, phone (954) 527-1234, e-mail: visas@brauwermanlaw.com, www.brauwermanlaw.com.


Richard Maney, Maney & Gordon, PA. AV rated Immigration law firm; Florida Bar Board Certified Immigration and Nationality attorney. Offices in Tampa, St. Petersburg, and Orlando, Florida; New York, New York; El Paso, Texas; Albuquerque, New Mexico. Free consultations for all members of the Bar. Phone (813) 221-1366, e-mail: r.maney@maneygordon.com. Visit our Web site at www.maneygordon.com.


LEGAL MALPRACTICE
Eric G. Olsen, Esq., is accepting legal malpractice referrals or co-counsel arrangements throughout Florida and Texas. Law Offices of Eric G. Olsen, 1333 NE Jensen Beach Boulevard, Jensen Beach, Florida 34957. (772) 225-3393; Fax: (772) 225-3394; www.EGOLAW.com.

Robert Widman of Morris & Widman, P.A. accepts referrals of Legal Malpractice cases. Board Certified in Civil Trial Law by The Florida Bar and American Board of Trial Advocates. “AV” rated by Martindale Hubbell. Over 25 years experience. Call Toll Free: (800) 481-0646. Referral fees paid in accordance with the Rules Regulating The Florida Bar. 245 N. Tamiami Trail Suite E, Venice, FL 34285.


LEMON LAW & BREACH OF WARRANTY

Cousins Law Firm, An AV rated Professional Association has reviewed over 3,000 Lemon Law-related matters and has represented clients from Virgin Islands to Seattle, Washington, for over a decade. Patrick S. Cousins has represented foreign and domestic manufacturers and consumers, thus making him uniquely qualified to represent your client’s interest. Automobiles, SUVs, trucks under 10,000 pounds; all recreational vehicles. Visit our Web page at www.yourlemon.com; e-mail: cuzlaw@yourlemon.com; phone (800) CAR-LAW-8, fax: 561-835-0766. Call, we are here to help.


MASSACHUSETTS LAW

Firm Litigating, all types of cases in Massachusetts. Hourly rates on all matters and contingent fees on personal injury cases. Experience in Federal and State courts of Massachusetts. Offices in Massachusetts and Sarasota, FL. Commercial, probate and criminal representation also provided. All inquiries regarding referrals promptly answered. Office of Albert E. Grady, Phone: 1-800-322-9022, Fax 508-586-0734; aeglaw@aol.com.

PATENT, TRADEMARK, COPYRIGHT LAW

Gold & Rizvi, P.A.-The Idea Attorneys®. “AV” Rated Registered Patent Attorneys focusing exclusively on protecting new ideas and brand identities in the U.S. and internationally including filing applications, searches, infringement opinions, litigation, and licensing. John Rizvi is an Adjunct Professor of Intellectual Property Law at Nova Southeastern School of Law and is admitted in Florida, New York, and before the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office. Miami (305) 649-5001; Ft. Lauderdale (954) 452-0033; West Palm Beach (561) 799-6630; Call us Toll-Free 1-866-Idea-Attorneys or visit www.IdeaAttorneys.com.

Malloy & Malloy, P.A.“Since 1959” - - Practice limited to patent, trademark, copyright, unfair competition, trade secrets, related intellectual property cases, including trials & appeals. Complete U.S. & Int’l services include patent and trademark applications in all foreign countries, searches, licensing, franchising. Registered patent attorneys, AV rated. John Cyril Malloy III is a former intellectual property adjunct professor at St. Thomas Law School. Malloy & Malloy, P.A, 2800 S.W. Third Avenue, Miami, 33129, (305) 858-8000, tollfree (800) 337-7239, fax (305) 858-0008. Ft. Laud. Office (954) 525-9611, e-mail: mail@malloylaw.com, Internet: www.malloylaw.com.


PROBATE AND TRUST LITIGATION

Adrian Philip Thomas, LL.M., J.D. – Attorney Thomas is the “AV”-rated, managing partner of a six-attorney boutique law firm concentrating its practice in probate, estate, and trust litigation. In the past five years, the law firm has represented more than 350 clients in estate-related disputes, both prosecuting and defending, with causes of action including tortious interference with an expectancy, will contests, elective share disputes, undue influence, lack of capacity, and trust construction. Division of fees paid in accordance with Florida Bar Rules. For more information, please visit our web site: www.florida-probate-lawyer.com; 515 East Las Olas Boulevard, Suite 850, Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33301 (954) 764-7273.

Christopher Q. Wintter, trial lawyer, Board Certified Wills, Trusts, and Estates lawyer, and an instructor and faculty member for the National Institute for Trial Advocacy (NITA), heads a three-lawyer firm concentrating its practice in representing personal representatives, fiduciaries, beneficiaries, trustees, and potential heirs in probate and trust litigation matters. Hourly and contingency fee arrangements available. Division of fees may be paid in accordance with Florida Bar rules in appropriate cases. Please visit our Web site at: www.wintterlaw.com. Wintter & Associates, P.A., 2239 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood 33020. (954) 920-7014; Miami-Dade: (305) 948-6788; Boca Raton: (561) 470-3448.


PRODUCTS LIABILITY
Didier Law Firm, P.A. specializes in representing consumers against manufacturers in cases involving catastrophic injury or wrongful death due to unsafe or defective products. The Didier Law Firm, P.A. serves consumers throughout Florida and is available to attorneys for free consultation and advice. AV Rated. For more information, please visit our Web site: ProductSafetyAttorneys.com  Didier Law Firm, P.A.  1203 North Orange Avenue, Orlando, FL 32804  Call Today (407) 895-3401.

Newsome Law Firm represents consumers, against manufacturers in cases involving catastrophic injury or wrongful death caused by defective products throughout Florida and the United States. AV Rated. For more information, please visit our Web site: www.ProductsLiability.net. Newsome Law Firm 20 North Orange Avenue, Suite 800, Orlando, FL 32801 Call Today 407.648.5977 or Tollfree 888.808.5977.

Profit Sharing and 401(k) Plans
Kenneth M. Wissbrun, J.D., L.L.M. in Taxation. Preparation of Internal Revenue Service preapproved EGTRRA Volume Submitter Profit Sharing and 401(k) Plans. Plans include Cross Tested (age and/or classification), Integrated, Matching and Nonelective Safe Harbor and Non Safe Harbor 401(k) Plans. Contribution analysis provided by Miami and Fort Lauderdale Third Party Administrators. Phone (248) 540-4100 Fax (248) 540-9646. Refer to attorney profile in Florida Bar Web site.

SECURITIES ARBITRATION, LITIGATION, AND MEDIATION

The Law Offices of Robert Wayne Pearce, P.A. represents investors, stockbrokers, commodities brokers, and others in courtroom litigation, arbitration, and mediation proceedings. Bob Pearce holds an “AV” rating and has 25 years courtroom and arbitration experience with broker and investor disputes and enforcement matters before the SEC, CFTC, FLA-OFR, NASD, NYSE, and NFA. He is also a Certified Florida Circuit Court Mediator and a mediator in the NASD Mediation Program. Contact: 1499 W. Palmetto Park Road, Suite 300, Boca Raton, Florida 33486; Telephone: (561) 338-0037 or 1-800-732-2889, Facsimile: (561) 338-9310; Web site: www.SECATTY.com. Referral Fees!

Schoeppl & Burke, P.A. The firm’s securities department is headed by Carl F. Schoeppl, former senior enforcement attorney for the SEC, and special assistant district attorney. Mr. Schoeppl holds an LL.M. in litigation. The firm is available to handle securities-related litigation and arbitration matters, the defense of individuals and entities in SEC, FBI, NASD, NYSE, and SRO investigations. Admitted in Florida, N.Y., and Washington, D.C. 4651 North Federal Highway, Boca Raton, FL 33431-5133, (561) 394-8301, fax (561) 394-3121.

SECURITIES LITIGATION,
CORPORATE LAW
John L. Chalif, J.D., LL.M. Mr. Chalif, formerly SEC special counsel, NASD/NASDR prosecutor/senior trial attorney, and NASDR standing committee member, is licensed in Florida, Washington, D.C., and New York. He is currently an “AV” rated attorney, AAA/SRO arbitrator and mediator. He is available to handle commercial litigation, arbitration, transactional, compliance, and broker registration/employment issues. He is also available to represent individuals and entities in connection with state, SEC, DOJ, NASDR, and NYSE examinations, inquiries, or investigations. Golden Bear Plaza, East Tower, 2nd Floor, Suite 208E, 11770 U. S. Highway 1, Palm Beach Gardens 33408; (561) 820-9488; fax: (561) 366-1116. (Referral fees paid under Florida Bar Rules.)


SOCIAL SECURITY DISABILITY
Harold R. Cohen announces that he is available to act as a consultant to or as an associate of other lawyers in matters involving disability insurance benefits before the Social Security Administration. Harold R. Cohen, 1400 N.E. Miami Gardens Drive, Suite 206C, North Miami Beach 33179, telephone: (305) 940-8065; fax: (305) 354-7664.

Lyle D. Lieberman, “AV” rated lawyer, former U.S. Administrative Law Judge, Social Security Administration, and past president of the National Organization of Social Security Claimants’ Representatives (NOSSCR), is available in matters involving Social Security disability and retirement claims. 66 West Flagler Street, Suite 802, Miami 33130, (305) 358-0115; 201 N. E. 2nd Street, Ft. Lauderdale 33301, (954) 761-3488; Boca Raton (561) 394-8422; West Palm Beach (561)655-8598; Web site: socialsecuritydisabilitylawyer.com.
SPECIAL EDUCATION LAW
Seth R. Nelson, P.A. represents special needs children and their parents in their quest for free appropriate public education to which they are entitled under the Individuals with Disability Education Act. Representation and consultation is provided statewide from individual education planning meetings through federal court. Mr. Nelson clerked at the 11th Circuit Court of Appeals. Alice K. Nelson is Of Counsel to the firm. Seth R. Nelson, P.A., 3111 W. Dr. MLK Blvd., Suite 100, Tampa, FL 33607. 813.350.7890; snelson@sethrnelson.com.

STOCKBROKER MISCONDUCT
Blum & Silver, LLP. Nationally recognized law firm focused on recovering investment losses due to stock and commodity broker misconduct in stocks, bonds, commodities, hedge funds, and other investments. The firm has handled over $500 million of investor claims recovering investors’ losses from every major Wall Street firm and many smaller firms. Member of Florida and New York Bar. Blum & Silver, LLP, www.stockattorneys.com, 12540 W. Atlantic Boulevard, Coral Springs, Florida 33071, Tel: (954) 255-8181, Fax: (954) 255-8175, Toll Free: 1-877-STOCKLAW, E-mail: inquiry@stockattorneys.com, *satellite office: Wall Street, New York, Blum & Silver happily pays referring attorneys in accordance with Florida Bar rules.

"AV rated" Dimond Kaplan & Rothstein, P.A. represents investors in stockbroker misconduct cases. The Firm’s lawyers have more than 25 years of combined experience handling securities arbitration and litigation matters. Refer cases involving sales of unsuitably risky securities, over-concentration, fraud, churning, and price manipulation with confidence. Referral fees paid in accordance with Florida Bar rules. Offices in Miami and West Palm Beach; Toll-free(888) 578-6255; info@dkrpa.com; www.dkrpa.com.

STOP WORK ORDERS &
ADMINISTRATIVE LAW
J. Layne Smith is an experienced administrative lawyer. In stop work order cases, he assists employers with: document productions; determining the correct amount of penalty/assessment owed to the Department of Financial Services; and getting the employer back to work, asap. Mr. Smith also negotiates and administratively tries stop work order cases, and many other types of other administrative cases. Smith, Brooks & Masterson, PL, 2629 Mitcham Drive, Tallahassee, FL 32308. Toll free: (888) 902-8300; Cell: (850) 766-2824; e-mail: jaylayne44@aol.com; Web site: www.wcpremiumdisputes.com.


TAX LAW
Teig Lawrence, Esq. concentrates on IRS controversies, Department of Revenue controversies, general tax consulting, offshore accounts, and business agreements. Mr. Lawrence holds an LL.M. in taxation and is an adjunct professor of federal tax research methods at the University of Miami School of Law Graduate Program in Estate Planning. Referring attorneys are paid in accordance with Florida Bar rules. Teig Lawrence, P.A., 4770 Biscayne Boulevard, Suite 940, Miami, Florida 33137, phone (305) 576-4242, e-mail: teig@mytaxlaw.com, Web site: www.mytaxlaw.com.

Robert S. Williams, Esq. represents taxpayers in IRS Civil and Criminal Tax Investigations. Mr. Williams is a former Internal Revenue Agent (1991 – 1995), and has an LL.M. in Taxation from Georgetown University. Viera Williams, P.A., 625 East Tennessee Street, Suite 220, Tallahassee, Florida 32308, (850)222-0013 Office, (850)210-3480 Cell, rwilliams@vierawilliams.com, www.VieraWilliams.com.

TIRE LITIGATION
Didier Law Firm, P.A. specializes in representing consumers against manufacturers in cases involving catastrophic injury or wrongful death due to unsafe or defective tires, including tire aging claims. For help evaluating potential tire defect claims call today. The Didier Law Firm, P.A. serves consumers throughout Florida. AV Rated. For more information, please visit our Web site: ProductSafetyAttorneys.com  Didier Law Firm, P.A.  1203 North Orange Avenue, Orlando, FL 32804  Call Today (407) 895-3401.

Smith & Fuller, P.A., a firm devoted exclusively to assisting persons injured as a result of tire failure accidents, is available to serve as co-counsel, lead counsel, or consultant to other lawyers representing clients having serious injury or death claims. For a full description of the firm’s credentials, background, and experience, go to www.tirelitigation.com. Smith & Fuller, P.A., 455 N. Indian Rocks Road, Belleair Bluffs 33770; telephone: (727) 252-5252; fax: (727) 252-5255; e-mail: hsmith@smithandfuller.com.
TRUCK ACCIDENT INJURY CASES
Scott B. Smith, Esq., “AV” rated civil trial attorney representing injured victims of tractor-trailer/commercial motor vehicle accidents. Member of AAJ Interstate Trucking Litigation Group, Association of Interstate Trucking Lawyers of America and Florida Bar Code & Rules of Evidence Committee. Extensive experience in handling truck accident cases and with Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations. Admitted to Florida Bar and all U.S. District Courts within Florida. Referral fees paid in accordance with Bar Rules. Law Office of Scott B. Smith, P.L., 5604 PGA Blvd., Suite 107, Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33418, (561) 622-0622, www.smithinjurylaw.com.


WORKERS’ COMPENSATION
Salvatore J. Sicuso represents injured workers and select employers throughout the state of Florida. He is Board Certified as an expert in Workers’ Compensation and has been practicing in the field for 16 years. Referral fees gladly paid in accordance with the Florida Bar rules. Law Offices of Salvatore J. Sicuso, P.A., 3132 Ponce de Leon Blvd., Coral Gables 33134; phone (305) 529-2355; toll free (866) 502 WORK; fax (305) 529-2542; e-mail Sal@worklaw.org.

WORKERS’ COMPENSATION PREMIUM DISPUTES
J. Layne Smith consults and represents employers in workers’ compensation premium disputes involving payroll/remuneration, classifications, experience rating, audits, exempt status, coverage, claims handling, etc. Mr. Smith has over 20,000 hours experience litigating these types of cases, for and against the insurance industry. He consults and represents employers and others accused by the state or federal government of workers’ compensation premium fraud. He serves as a consulting and testifying expert. J. Layne Smith, P.A., 1911 Capital Circle N.E., Tallahassee 32308. (888) 902-8300, (850) 385-8000, fax (850) 201-8000, Web site: www.laynesmith.com.
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