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30 Years
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Your Trusted Legal Partner in Fort Walton Beach
Southern Legal is a dedicated law firm serving businesses, real estate professionals, and construction clients throughout Florida. Our attorneys combine nearly a century of collective experience to provide tailored legal solutions for complex matters. We prioritize personal attention by limiting our caseload to ensure each client receives focused representation. Our technological capabilities and network of industry experts enable efficient resolution of intricate legal challenges. Managing Partner Michael H. Crew holds the Florida Bar's highest certification in construction law, underscoring our specialized expertise.We build long-term relationships by acting as trusted advisors who understand our clients' unique operational needs. Our practice spans business law, civil litigation, construction law, and real estate transactions. We serve clients from initial consultations through dispute resolution, emphasizing proactive risk management. Our commitment to accessibility includes after-hours meetings and 24/7 digital communication tools. With offices in Fort Walton Beach, we represent clients across Florida's panhandle region.
Services
Business Law
Civil Litigation
Construction Law
Real Estate Law
Details
- Year established: 1996
Highlights and features
- We combine nearly a century of collective legal experience in Florida
- Our attorneys specialize in resolving complex business, real estate, and construction disputes
- We limit caseloads to provide dedicated attention to each client
- Our Florida Bar-certified construction law expert leads complex cases
- We maintain 24/7 technological accessibility for client convenience
Associations and certifications
- Florida Bar
Services
Business Law
Our business law practice guides companies through entity formation, contract negotiations, and commercial disputes. We advise on corporate structure selection, document preparation, and compliance matters. Our attorneys protect client interests in shareholder agreements, employment contracts, and business transactions while minimizing litigation risks.
Civil Litigation
We represent clients in commercial and civil court proceedings across Florida. Our litigation practice focuses on breach of contract claims, real estate disputes, and business conflicts. We combine courtroom experience with settlement negotiation skills to achieve favorable outcomes while controlling legal costs.
Construction Law
Our certified construction law practice handles contract drafting, dispute resolution, and lien enforcement. We represent all industry stakeholders in project documentation, defect claims, and payment disputes. Our Florida Bar-certified attorney provides specialized expertise in condominium agreements and construction regulations.
Real Estate Law
We manage real estate transactions, zoning compliance, and property disputes for residential and commercial clients. Our services include contract negotiation, title resolution, and landlord-tenant representation. We assist with development projects, financing agreements, and boundary disputes across Florida's panhandle region.
People
Alisha D. Hurwood
Attorney
Alisha D. Hurwood provides legal counsel in business and real estate matters. She focuses on contract negotiations and transactional support for Florida businesses.
Jill W. Crew
Attorney
Jill W. Crew specializes in commercial litigation and business law. She represents clients in contract disputes and corporate governance matters across Florida's panhandle region.
Michael H. Crew
Managing Partner
Michael H. Crew leads the firm's construction law practice. Florida Bar-certified in construction law, he advises developers and contractors on complex projects and disputes.
Questions
What practice areas does Southern Legal specialize in?
We focus on business law, civil litigation, construction law, and real estate transactions. Our attorneys handle cases throughout Florida's panhandle region.
Do you offer after-hours legal consultations?
Yes, we provide flexible scheduling including evenings and weekends to accommodate client needs outside regular business hours.
What construction law credentials does your firm hold?
Managing Partner Michael H. Crew holds Florida Bar certification as a construction law expert, the state's highest recognition for this specialty.
Which geographic areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Okaloosa, Walton, Escambia, Santa Rosa, and Bay Counties in Florida's panhandle region.
How does your firm handle payment arrangements?
We offer traditional hourly billing with transparent cost estimates. Payment plans may be available for certain legal services.
Can you assist with real estate title disputes?
Yes, we handle quiet title actions and boundary disputes for residential and commercial property owners across our service area.
