Westchase Real Estate Lawyers

I'm Glenn E. Goldberg, and my legal practice spans across several key areas including real estate litigation, banking and finance, commercial real estate, corporate and general business, in addition to probate, civil litigation, and estate planning. In banking and finance, I have an extensive background in documenting and closing a variety of transactions such as residential, commercial, and construction loans, term loans, loan modifications, and complex dealings involving wrap notes, credit tenant leases, and mortgage defeasances. With 20 years of experience in foreclosures and workouts, I have represented banking institutions and lenders in property foreclosure litigation, loan workouts, and forbearance agreements....

Robert W. Pyles is located in the Clearwater offices of McIntyre Thanasides Bringgold Elliott Grimaldi & Guito, P.A.. Mr. Pyles focuses his practice on complex commercial litigation, business torts litigation, complex business disputes, real estate matters, and mergers and acquisitions. His practice encompasses the areas of real estate transactions and development, land use and zoning as well. Mr. Pyles regularly appears before local, state and federal courts and agencies in both legal and administrative proceedings; he counsels and represents property owners, tenants, developers, and investors in a variety of real estate and transactional projects including buying, selling, and leasing; and...

I am a native Floridian and spent most of my life in Pinellas County, Florida. Following graduation from Tarpon Springs High School, I received a bachelor’s degree in accounting from the University of Florida and a master’s degree in accounting from the University of South Florida. After working in accounting for several years, I decided that my true passion was in the legal profession and proceeded down the path to become an attorney. Even though I chose to leave the accounting profession, that experience remains invaluable in analyzing cases because I view real estate and business matters through a lens...

Douglas E. Halasz is an attorney at Lieser Skaff Alexander’s Tampa office, where he focuses his practice on business and real estate litigation. During law school and his first couple years of practice, Douglas gained considerable litigation experience while working for a Southeastern law firm in its Gainesville and Tampa offices. He defended insurance carriers against workers’ compensation cases and played a key role in deposing claimants, conferencing with experts in trial preparation, and strategizing for settlement. Douglas graduated cum laude from Florida State University with a Bachelor of Science in Economics. He obtained his J.D. from the University of Florida Levin...

Stephanie Martin focuses her practice on assisting real estate and business clients with their legal needs. Stephanie is board certified in real estate law and began practicing law in 2006. After spending the bulk of her career with large “AmLaw 200” national law firms—specifically, Adams and Reese LLP, Ruden, McClosky, Smith, Schuster & Russell P.A., and Porter, Wright, Morris & Arthur LLP— she joined LSA in May 2018. Her practice consists of both litigation and transactional matters; and she has extensive experience in real estate litigation, commercial and business litigation, and financial services litigation.

Mr. Bringgold centers his practice on real estate transactions and commercial leasing. Mr. Bringgold represents real estate retail tenants, owners and developers, financial institutions, corporate real estate users, and other clients in retail, office and industrial real estate leasing, acquisitions and sales, lending and development. His experience includes Florida real estate sales and acquisitions on behalf of a Fortune 100 company, and multi-state/multi-site real estate leasing, acquisitions and sales on behalf of retail tenants and other corporate real estate owners and users. Mr. Bringgold also represents real estate owners, developers and users, financial institutions, airlines, creditors’ committees, trustees and...

John M. Hemenway is a founding partner of Bivins & Hemenway, P.A. John serves as a trusted legal advisor to business owners, real estate investors, and families seeking to preserve and pass down their wealth and values. His practice focuses on estate planning and probate, small and closely held businesses, and real estate, combining experience in each of these areas to provide a comprehensive approach to transactions and planning.

John earned his law degree, cum laude, from the University of Florida. John regularly presents at legal education seminars on both probate and estate planning topics, and is published on estate planning...

Mr. Gallagher graduated from Stetson University College of Law. After graduation he began practice with a large Tampa firm focusing on insurance litigation. Additionally, Mr. Gallagher served as a Federal Judicial Intern for Chief Judge Elizabeth A. Kovachevich of the U.S. Middle District of Florida. Mr. Gallagher has experience in both litigation and transactional matters. His current practice focuses on insurance litigation, foreclosure defense, real estate litigation, business law and consumer law.

While at Stetson, Mr. Gallagher was the Director of the Legal Writing Clinic, President of the Christian Legal Society, a Teaching Fellow for Legal Research and Writing classes, a...

Andrew Pardun, LL.M. is an Associate with the firm specializing in the areas of Real Estate Law, Title Insurance, Commercial and Residential Real Estate Closings, Commercial Lending and Borrowing, Foreclosure Matters, Business Law, and Tax Law.

Andrew joined the firm in January of 2016 after completing his Juris Doctorate Degree from Stetson University College of Law and his MBA Degree, with Honors, from Stetson University. Andrew completed his MBA degree with a perfect 4.0 GPA and was inducted into the Beta Gamma Sigma Business Honors society. During his first year at the firm, Andrew completed his Master of Laws Degree in...

While growing up, I had the pleasure to spend many summers in Florida were I developed an appreciation for boating Florida's waterways. These positive experiences influenced my decision to attend the United States Merchant Marine Academy, a federal service academy. While at the Academy, I had the opportunity to work on container ships, boom ships, and a LASH ship. Upon graduating and receiving a USCG license, I gained valuable experience working as a marine engineer aboard research vessels, ATBs and tug boats. I also had the privilege to serve as an officer in the US Navy Reserve. After...

Christopher D. Smith received his B.A., magna cum laude, from Harvard University (Cambridge, MA) and his Juris Doctorate from Georgetown University (Washington, D.C.). A long-time resident of Florida, Mr. Smith also graduated from Pine View School in Sarasota. He is a member of the bars of Florida, Virginia and Washington, D.C., and is admitted to practice in the Middle, Southern and Northern Districts of Florida. Christopher is also certified in consumer bankruptcy law by the American Board of Certification.


Christopher started his career with the international law firm of Dechert LLP in 2001, working as an associate in the securities law...

Bishop L. Toups is an estate planning, elder law, and tax attorney in Southwest Florida. He helps clients with their various estate planning needs and helps clients navigate the Medicaid system here in Florida. He also represents clients nationwide and worldwide in front of the IRS. Bishop is also a V.A. accredited attorney and helps Veterans obtain benefits from the Department of Veterans Affairs.

He graduated from The Florida State University, Stetson University of College of Law, and he received a tax law degree (LL.M.) from the University of Florida Levin College of Law, which is consistently ranked a top 3...

I have guided and advised clients through their personal and commercial transactions in business and real estate, through their simple and complex estate planning situations and also through all forms of estate administration and probate.

The law firm of Feldman & Roback focuses on real estate matters (such as the purchase, sale, and mortgage financing of real estate, title insurance, and closings), including the formation of limited liability companies and Florida land trusts as entities of choice for property transactions. We provide real estate closing services, including title insurance at competitive rates. We have been title agents for Old Republic Title Insurance Company and its predecessor, Attorneys’ Title Insurance Fund, for more than thirty-five years, and are also agents for Alliant National Title Insurance Company. As real estate lawyers, we can expertly advise and help...

Although bilingual (English and French), Michael typically speaks only one language: advocacy. Through meticulously crafted arguments, Michael has waged battle on behalf of his clients in state and federal courts throughout Florida. If your cause or claim needs a champion, look no further. Michael’s experience includes litigating a variety of personal injury claims, contract breaches, and real estate disputes. In addition to his significant trial practice, Michael has also served as appellate counsel for clients in each of Florida’s five district courts of appeal, the Florida Supreme Court, and the United States Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit. After receiving his...

Many people ask me why I wanted to be an Attorney. It is a simple answer - It is what I always wanted to do. Everyone deserves a voice in a matter. That voice should be compassionate and realistic. That voice should explain to you what is going on in plain English. I went back to school later in life. I graduated with Honors, but the most important part of my journey was being a research assistant. Part of my job was to keep the first year students on track to succeed in Law School. I...

I am Board Certified by the Florida Bar in both Condominium and Planned Development Law and Business Litigation. I represent condo and HOA Boards and assist them in their day-to-day governance issues, amending governing documents, and enforcing the restrictive covenants. Additionally, I represent the association in court in a wide variety of matters, such as disputes with owners, enforcement issues, or collecting past due assessments.

For over a decade, Grivas Law Group, P.A. has been protecting our client’s estates and property rights throughout the Suncoast. As a small, family-operated law firm, we prioritize great client service and take the time to better understand the challenges and hurdles you face. Please let us know how we can help you.

We are legal professionals who live in, and are committed to assisting the people of the Sarasota-Bradenton area. We are experienced in a number of fields, including estate planning, probate, real and intellectual property, environmental, health, family, corporate and contract law. We believe that, as...

Tonya Willis Pitts, Esq. represents consumers in all consumer rights matters including, but not limited to credit reporting, debt collection, foreclosure, bankruptcy, and credit billing matters. She is admitted to the practice of law in the State of Florida and the U.S. Middle District Court of Florida. She is a member of the Sarasota County Bar Association. In 2000, Mrs. Pitts earned her Juris Doctorate from the University of Florida College of Law. Mrs. Pitts joined McIntyre Thanasides Bringgold Elliott Grimaldi & Guito P.A. in 2010. She continues to provide litigation and consultation services in the areas of credit reporting,...

R. Quincy Bird practices in the area of commercial litigation, employment consulting and litigation, civil rights litigation, and real estate litigation. He represents individual and business clients in administrative hearings, arbitrations, and state and federal courts at both the trial and appellate levels. Quincy joined the firm in March 2022 and brings with him large firm, federal clerkship, and in-house experience, enabling a unique, strategic insight into clients’ operations and legal needs. Quincy is a multi-year nominee of the Best Lawyers in America: Ones to Watch List. Receiving the designation for Labor...