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Linda W.
o Experience includes meeting with clients, numerous court appearances and mediations concluded with successful settlements. Exceptional communication skills both oral and written. Available to travel…. Flexible schedule. A general practice with emphasis in contracts of any nature, landlord/tenant/ real estate, leases, deeds, mortgages, prenuptial and postnuptial agreements, wills and trusts, collections, business/corporate..... * In addition, Florida Real Estate License with extensive experience in this area as well. • o Skills: Legal Matters · Legal Practice · Interpersonal Skills · Employment Contracts · Time Management · Mediation · Legal Document Preparation · Commercial Contracts · Writing · Dispute Resolution · Attention to Detail · Real Estate · Contract Negotiation · Due Diligence · Breach of Contract · Analytical Skills
"Excellent work and follow up from Linda. We highly recommend her."
D. Cassie B.
Cassie Bermudez Engel is a seasoned family law attorney with over a decade of litigation experience across Florida. She focuses her practice on divorce, custody and timesharing, alimony, child support, prenuptial and postnuptial agreements, and post-judgment enforcement and modification. Cassie has served as lead counsel in thousands of cases and has represented clients in matters ranging from amicable settlements to high-conflict litigation. Before founding her own practice, Cassie honed her skills at boutique family law firms, served in-house for major insurance carriers, and was a partner at a nationwide law firm. She brings a strategic, results-driven approach to every case, with a particular focus on protecting her clients’ financial interests and guiding them through some of life’s most challenging transitions. Cassie is known for her clear communication, compassionate advocacy, and unwavering commitment to achieving the best possible outcomes for her clients.
"Working with Cassie was great! Not only did she stay on budget and was very responsive, but she completed the job on time. Cassie took her time to answer all of my questions and was a pleasure to work with. Would recommend!"
Fred V.
Litigation attorney with a broad range of experience (19 years) in civil and commercial litigation.
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July 26, 2023
Tamla L.
Led by Tamla N. Lloyd, Esquire, our firm prioritizes a client-centered approach and aim to provide comprehensive, personalized services to help clients achieve their legal goals.
July 31, 2023
Joeie S.
Attorney Skelly is a midwestern transplant from Iowa. She has been in Florida for the past 11 years. She went to undergrad at Buena Vista University, which is a small liberal arts college in Storm Lake, Iowa. After graduating with her Bachelor's degree in criminal justice, she went on to obtain her Master's degree in criminal justice from Kaplan university, which is now Purdue Global. While attending school full time for her Master’s degree, Attorney Skelly worked full time in social services helping children and their families who were involved in the dependency system. Attorney Skelly has a professional background in child welfare and social services having worked for 18 years in the field. Attorney Skelly always had a lifelong dream of becoming a lawyer and decided to fulfill her goal in May of 2019 by starting law school at Western Michigan University Thomas M. Cooley Law School at their Riverview campus. She did their accelerated program and completed law school in just over two years and graduated magna cum laude with honors. Attorney Skelly also received certificate of merit awards, which means attaining the highest grade in the class in secured transactions, research and writing, and family violence practice. While in law school Attorney Skelly was a teaching assistant to two tenured professors as well as a note taker for those students who had accommodations. She was also awarded the Alumni Association’s Distinguished Student Award. In her legal career, Attorney Skelly started out at the State Attorney’s Office in Fort Myers, FL. She helped prosecute several cases and personally worked as second chair on 9 jury trials and one bench trial. Once Attorney Skelly passed the bar, she worked for a family law firm under a board certified marital and family law practitioner where she gained tremendous knowledge in the area of family law which includes divorce, paternity, child custody/parenting plans, alimony and child support as well as domestic relations issues such as domestic violence injunctions. Attorney Skelly is also certified as a Guardian ad Litem and can serve as a Guardian ad Litem in family court cases. Attorney Skelly is a proud member of the Florida Bar, the Lee County Bar Association, and the American Bar Association.
Sara E.
Family Law Attorney
August 1, 2023
Timothy J.
Financial Services, Business, Corporate, Personal Injury, and Healthcare. I've represented fortune 100 companies and defended individuals in personal debt litigation. Wide breadth of experience, ready to assist.
August 1, 2023
Mervin F.
Greetings, I am a Miami based attorney, running a solo practice, looking to expand my reach and help some people out.
Loi L.
Loi Laing is a seasoned contract lawyer with a meticulous eye for detail and a passion for delivering excellence. Currently a legal consultant for KPMG, most recently she has also worked in San Francisco for Silicon Valley startups. Holding a Juris Doctorate from Florida State University College of Law, Loi has also studied law at Oxford University and the University of the West Indies. Throughout her career, Loi has a proven track record in meticulously reviewing and drafting contracts across various legal domains. She possesses a robust legal foundation that spans commercial business, tech, entertainment, and real estate law.
August 18, 2023
Michael D.
Primary areas of expertise are in providing solutions to folks in financial distress. Best suited for those tasks where out-of-the-box performance is expected and needed.
Kim G.
Attorney and mediator with extensive experience in negotiating, drafting, and managing contracts in the private, public, and nonprofit sectors.
September 6, 2023
Kahlee S.
I opened Hestia Legal when I was 6 months pregnant with the focus on educating and assisting families in my community. While the majority of my practice revolves around Estate Planning, I have a history of experience with contract and general business agreement drafting, discovery drafting, and general litigation document drafting.
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Construction Contract
Florida
My roofer says they have to change my contract increaseMy price by 2000Because the tile has been discontinued and need aDifferentKind.Can they do that?
Putting in new tile roof, Have a contract. Roofer wants 2000 Change
Corey P.
Good morning. This will depend on whether your contract is a fixed price, time and materials, or some other orangemen, and what your contract says about materials to be used, the contractor's ability to provide substitute materials, and any contractual limitations on the price increase for substitute materials. You may want to request a layer review your contract for these provisions and advise accordingly.
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Agreement Of Purchase And Sale
Florida
Any Business Law attorney available here?
Good day, I am currently in need of an attorney to handle purchase agreement of construction equipment. Let me Know if you can be of great assistance? Best Regards, Jake Williams.
Michael K.
Hello Jake, I'm a transactional and corporate lawyer working in-house counsel for a company with 13 entitles and thus, I have to constantly draft, review, amend and negotiate commercial transactions and contracts on a weekly basis. As a result of this work, I have a great understanding of what clauses are needed within a contract to protect an entity/person and what clauses are needed to ensure the contract is covering all probable scenarios that may arise of the contract, such as, lack of payment or breach of contract. Maybe I can assist you with your purchase agreement. Feel free to text or call me at (305) 510-2722 or email mjosephkelly@gmail.com Best regards, -Michael J. Kelly, Esq.
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Expert Witness Report
Washington
Can an expert witness report be used as evidence in a court case?
I am currently involved in a legal dispute where I believe an expert witness report would be crucial in supporting my case. The report, prepared by a qualified professional in the field relevant to the dispute, thoroughly examines the technical aspects and provides an unbiased opinion based on their expertise. I am wondering if this report can be admitted as evidence in court, and if so, what are the requirements and potential challenges associated with its admissibility?
Merry K.
Speaking generally, to make the report admissible, you would need to call the expert as a witness and first establish his or her as an expert, and then also argue regarding why the report should be accepted as evidence. Among other things, this means you will be paying the expert to appear in court, and establishing the expert as an expert can take hours and hours if the other side decides to challenge the expert's expertise and challenge the validity of the content of the report. Moreover, the other side will probably call at least one expert of their own to challenge your expert and the expert's report. In most law schools, students must take a year-long class on evidence; this is not a topic easily or quickly learned, but there are some legal encyclopedias, hornbooks, and other guides you may want to consult if you are representing yourself. Please note I am picking a "practice area" at random in answering your question for CC since "trial practice" or "evidence" are not listed choices.
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Time and Materials Contract
California
Can you explain the key terms and potential risks involved in entering into a time and material contract?
I am currently in the process of negotiating a contract with a construction company for a home renovation project, and they have proposed a time and material contract. While I understand that this type of contract allows for flexibility in terms of pricing and scope changes, I am concerned about potential risks and uncertainties associated with such an agreement. I want to ensure that I have a clear understanding of the key terms and conditions, as well as any potential legal implications, before proceeding with this contract.
Dolan W.
Hello! The risks associated with T&M contracts often revolve around cost uncertainty. Since the final price depends on the actual hours worked and materials used, costs can easily exceed the initial estimates, especially if there are delays or unforeseen issues during the project. Additionally, without strict monitoring, contractors may have little incentive to work efficiently or use cost-effective materials. It’s essential to have detailed documentation requirements for time and materials used to ensure transparency. Lawyers essentially have T&M contracts and it's why there are so many disputes, so I'm familiar with your concerns. To adjust for these risks, you can negotiate terms such as a not-to-exceed limit or a guaranteed maximum price. I usually set expectations with clients in advance for my work and you can do the same with this particular contractor. If you need assistance in drafting or negotiating a T&M contract, you can come back and have an agreement prepared through Contractscounsel.com Best of luck! Dolan
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Renovation Contract
California
Can a renovation contract be terminated if the contractor fails to complete the project within the agreed-upon timeframe?
I recently hired a contractor to renovate my home, and we signed a contract that included a specific timeframe for completion. However, it has been several weeks past the agreed-upon completion date, and the project is still not finished. I have already paid a significant amount of money upfront, and I am concerned about the contractor's ability to complete the renovation. Can I terminate the contract and seek a refund if the contractor fails to meet the agreed-upon timeframe?
Dolan W.
Hello! I'm so sorry about your situation. So legally speaking, you do have a right to cancel the agreement. The law would consider their actions to be a breach of contract for their failure to perform within the timeframe allotted. Because of their lack of performance, you can suspend your performance. You may want to consider just writing a formal demand letter. to the contractor to refund your money. https://www.contractscounsel.com/t/document-form-checkout/256.
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