Business Details
22 Years
experience
Trusted Legal Representation in Florida
Founded in 2004 by David Heekin, our law firm has consistently delivered high-quality legal representation to clients across Florida. With over 250 years of combined experience, we specialize in business law, real estate law, and estate planning, serving individuals, families, and businesses. Our team of award-winning attorneys prioritizes client needs through personalized strategies grounded in integrity, respect, and excellence. We are committed to resolving complex legal matters with diligence, leveraging comprehensive research, factual preparation, and tailored solutions. Our practice spans appellate law, construction law, probate, and commercial litigation, ensuring clients receive expert guidance at every stage of their legal journey.Headquartered in Jacksonville, we maintain offices throughout Florida to better serve our community. Our reputation for achieving impactful results stems from a collaborative approach that values attentive service and strategic advocacy. We believe in transparency and accessibility, offering free 15-minute consultations to help clients understand their options. By combining decades of expertise with a client-focused ethos, we strive to protect our clients' interests in business, real estate, and personal legal matters. Our dedication to excellence has made us a trusted choice for legal representation statewide.
Services
Appellate Law
Business Disputes
Construction Law
Estate Planning
Probate
Real Estate Law
Details
- Year established: 2004
Highlights and features
- We offer over 250 years of combined legal experience across multiple practice areas.
- Our team provides personalized legal strategies tailored to each client's unique needs.
- We maintain offices in six Florida locations for greater client accessibility.
- Our attorneys have resolved complex cases in business, real estate, and estate law.
- We prioritize transparent communication and client education throughout the process.
Services
Business Law
Our business law practice covers litigation and transactional services for companies at all stages. We handle contract disputes, franchise agreements, non-compete clauses, and shareholder conflicts. With deep expertise in Florida business regulations, we guide clients through formation, operations, and dispute resolution while minimizing legal risks.
Real Estate Law
We provide comprehensive real estate legal services for residential and commercial transactions. Our attorneys manage closings, title examinations, boundary disputes, and foreclosure defense. Specialized knowledge includes mortgage refinancing, developer representation, and resolving title defects to ensure smooth property transfers for Florida clients.
Estate Planning
Our estate planning services create customized solutions for asset protection and succession. We draft wills, trusts, and powers of attorney while advising on probate avoidance. The practice includes pet trusts, pre-need guardianships, and comprehensive estate checkups to address evolving family and financial circumstances.
Construction Law
This practice area focuses on legal representation for Florida construction businesses. We handle contract disputes, lien filings, licensing issues, and defect claims from project inception to completion. Our attorneys protect clients' interests in both residential and commercial construction matters through proactive legal strategies.
Probate
We guide executors and beneficiaries through Florida's probate process with clear legal counsel. Services include will validation, asset distribution, debt settlement, and trust administration. Our approach prioritizes efficient resolution of estate matters while maintaining compliance with state probate regulations.
People
David J. Heekin
President and Founder
David founded Heekin Law in 2004 with a vision for client-centered legal representation. He specializes in business and real estate law, bringing decades of experience to complex litigation and transactional matters across Florida.
Maryann N. Jagnab
Managing Partner
Maryann leads our estate planning practice with expertise in wills, trusts, and probate matters. She develops comprehensive legacy plans for families and businesses while maintaining a focus on personalized client service.
W. William Li
Attorney
William specializes in construction law and business disputes. He represents contractors and property owners in contract negotiations, defect claims, and licensing matters throughout Florida's residential and commercial construction sectors.
Alan Almand
Attorney
Alan focuses on real estate law with experience in title examinations, boundary disputes, and property closings. He assists clients with residential and commercial transactions, including foreclosure defense and developer representation.
Todd Cottrill
Attorney
Todd handles appellate law and complex business litigation cases. He represents clients in high-stakes commercial disputes and appeals, leveraging strategic legal analysis to achieve favorable outcomes in Florida courts.
Questions
What areas of law does Heekin Law practice?
We specialize in business law, real estate law, estate planning, probate, and construction law. Our attorneys also handle appellate cases and commercial litigation matters across Florida.
Do you offer free legal consultations?
Yes, we provide free 15-minute consultations for most legal matters. Consultations for estate planning and family law require payment due to their complex nature.
How experienced is your legal team?
Our attorneys have over 250 combined years of legal experience, with expertise in multiple practice areas. Many team members are recognized leaders in Florida's legal community.
Where are your offices located?
We have six office locations across Florida in Jacksonville, Fernandina Beach, Clearwater, Palm Beach Gardens, Ponte Vedra, and Miami for client convenience.
What makes Heekin Law different from other firms?
We combine decades of legal experience with a client-focused approach, delivering personalized strategies and transparent communication while maintaining accessibility through multiple office locations.
