Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Legal Partner in Lakeland, FL
Since 1948, Peterson & Myers has provided comprehensive legal representation rooted in personalized service and community engagement. Our attorneys combine decades of experience with a hands-on approach, fostering long-term client relationships while maintaining the resources of a large firm. Specializing in healthcare, real estate, litigation, estate planning, and more, we deliver tailored solutions to complex legal matters.Our team's deep ties to Polk County and Central Florida ensure culturally informed advocacy and local insight. Recognized for excellence through listings in Best Lawyers in America and Florida SuperLawyers, we uphold founding principles of integrity and client-centric representation. With offices in Lakeland and Winter Haven, we serve individuals and businesses across Florida's dynamic legal landscape.
Services
Healthcare Law
Real Estate Law
Estate Planning
Litigation Services
Environmental Law
Business Law
Criminal Defense
Employment Disputes
Land Use Law
Personal Injury
Details
- Year established: 1948
Highlights and features
- We offer 75+ years of combined legal experience across multiple practice areas.
- Our attorneys maintain direct client access and personalized case management.
- Deep community involvement in Polk County and Central Florida organizations.
- Recognized in Best Lawyers in America and Florida SuperLawyers listings.
- Combines large-firm resources with small-firm accessibility and responsiveness.
Services
Healthcare Law
Our healthcare law practice addresses regulatory compliance, hospital operations, and medical malpractice defense. We represent providers in licensing matters, HIPAA compliance, and healthcare facility transactions. With decades of experience, we navigate complex healthcare regulations while protecting clients' interests in Florida's evolving medical landscape.
Real Estate Law
We handle commercial and residential real estate transactions, zoning disputes, and land development issues. Our services include title examination, contract negotiation, and eminent domain representation. Clients benefit from our local market knowledge and ability to resolve complex property matters efficiently across Central Florida.
Estate Planning
Our estate planning services include wills, trusts, probate administration, and tax planning. We create customized strategies for asset protection and intergenerational wealth transfer. With experience in both simple and complex estates, we ensure clients' wishes are legally enforceable while minimizing tax liabilities.
Litigation Services
We represent clients in civil litigation matters including business disputes, personal injury claims, and appellate advocacy. Our trial-tested attorneys employ strategic approaches to resolve conflicts through negotiation or courtroom representation. We serve clients in state and federal courts across Florida's judicial districts.
Environmental Law
Our environmental law practice covers regulatory compliance, land use permitting, and environmental litigation. We assist clients with EPA regulations, wetland protections, and environmental impact assessments. With specialized knowledge of Florida's unique ecosystems, we balance development needs with environmental stewardship requirements.
People
John B. Allen
Attorney
John B. Allen provides legal counsel in commercial transactions and estate planning. With decades of experience in Polk County, he combines technical expertise with personalized service to address clients' complex legal needs.
Kevin A. Ashley
Attorney
Kevin A. Ashley specializes in healthcare law and business litigation. Recognized in Florida SuperLawyers, he delivers strategic solutions for medical providers and corporate clients across Central Florida.
Victoria N. Benson
Attorney
Victoria N. Benson focuses on real estate law and land use matters. Her practice includes commercial development projects and zoning compliance, leveraging local government relationships to advance client interests efficiently.
Stephen R. Senn
Attorney
Stephen R. Senn handles complex litigation and appellate cases. With multiple Best Lawyers in America recognitions, he brings strategic courtroom experience to business disputes and civil litigation matters.
Philip O. Allen
Attorney
Philip O. Allen specializes in environmental law and regulatory compliance. His practice addresses land development challenges and natural resource management issues for public and private sector clients statewide.
Questions
What areas of law does Peterson & Myers specialize in?
We specialize in healthcare law, real estate, litigation, estate planning, environmental law, business law, criminal defense, employment disputes, land use, and personal injury cases.
How long has Peterson & Myers been in operation?
Our firm has provided legal services since 1948, maintaining a legacy of excellence in Florida legal representation.
Are your attorneys involved in the local community?
Yes, our attorneys hold leadership positions in Polk County organizations and have deep roots in Central Florida communities.
What makes Peterson & Myers different from other law firms?
We combine the resources of a large firm with personalized service, maintaining direct attorney-client access and community-focused representation.
