The lawyers profiled here exemplify a standard of excellence in their profession and by doing so have garnered respect and esteem of their colleagues.
There are a multitude of specialties in the practice of law, each requiring expertise gleaned through formal education, personal experience and prior court established procedures often referred to as case law.
Lawyers and readers have been asked to name attorneys whom they hold in the highest regard or would recommend to others. The reality is that there are a variety of factors that determine the qualifications of a great attorney. Objective factors include trial experience and results in past cases, but most factors are subjective such as the quality or persuasiveness of an argument in court, skill at negotiating or giving legal advice.
Do your due diligence when choosing an attorney that’s right for you; making sure the attorney being considered has a good reputation in the legal community and the community at large, in the location where your case will be heard.
The attorneys being showcased in the following profile pages are specialized in areas of law practice and are considered to be excellent in their field.
Founder & Florida Personal Injury Attorney, Law Office of Modoline Altenor Modoline Altenor is the Founder and a Florida personal injury attorney at the Law Office of Modoline Altenor, where she provides strategic, client-centered advocacy for individuals...
Owner and Founder of Brusca LawLauren Roderick Brusca is the Founder of Brusca Law, a family law practice located in the heart of downtown Orlando. Since launching her firm in 2018, Lauren has dedicated her career to improving the lives of families throughout Central...
Managing AttorneyMiranda Jackson is a managing attorney whose work is rooted in service, advocacy, and purpose. Raised in Sarasota, Florida, with time spent in Tallahassee, she was drawn early to careers centered on impact, envisioning a future as a teacher, doctor,...
Criminal Defense AttorneyRachel Mattie is the Managing Attorney of the Criminal Defense Department at The Umansky Law Firm. Born in Detroit, Michigan and raised in Jacksonville, Florida, Rachel’s path to law was shaped by resilience and purpose. As a first-generation...
Zahra Umansky is a formidable presence in Central Florida’s legal community, widely recognized for her courtroom strength, strategic thinking, and unwavering commitment to justice. She began her legal career as an Assistant Public Defender in Florida’s 18th Judicial...
FounderStephanie J. Brinkley is the founder of Influencing Law, a legal and business development firm serving creatives, entrepreneurs, and professionals in the hospitality and live events space. Born in New York City and raised in Kissimmee (BVL), she proudly...
PartnerIleana is a Partner at Pearson Mohre Pastis Christianson & McNeil, where she practices business litigation and insurance defense. Born in León, Nicaragua, she immigrated to the United States at age six with her family, embracing the opportunities that...
President & CEOTraci Deen is President and CEO of Conservation Florida, leading efforts to protect the landscapes that define the state for future generations. A sixth-generation Floridian raised in Miami, she developed an early connection to nature through her...
Civil Trial AttorneyFor over two decades, Tiffany has demonstrated a tireless passion for litigation and trial advocacy. She has devoted her career to helping injured victims and their families navigate extraordinarily difficult moments, always with a focus on...
Land Use and Real Estate AttorneyAnita Geraci-Carver is a local government, land use, and real estate attorney with more than 30 years of legal experience, including over two decades focused on real estate development, closings, and land use. Raised in Groveland,...
AttorneyKelly Hedum is an attorney and co-founder of Filler & Hedum Family Law Firm, a boutique practice in Oviedo dedicated to a client, child, and family-centered approach. Her path to law was anything but traditional, shaped by resilience, service, and a...
Immigration AttorneyCarolina is an international attorney licensed in both Colombia and the United States, whose career is defined by resilience, global perspective, and a deep commitment to serving others. As an immigrant and founding partner of AI-Law, she brings a...
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