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Your Advocates for Legal Excellence in Fort Myers
Your Advocates is a dedicated legal firm serving clients in Fort Myers, Florida, and surrounding areas. With over 70 years of combined experience, our team of attorneys specializes in real estate law, family law, personal injury, workers' compensation, and malpractice cases. We prioritize personalized attention, ensuring each client receives customized legal strategies tailored to their unique needs. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our 24/7 availability, compassionate service, and a track record of successful case resolutions.We pride ourselves on transparency, integrity, and a client-first approach, aiming to exceed expectations in every legal matter we handle. Our attorneys are deeply familiar with Florida law and bring specialized expertise to every case, whether it involves probate, estate planning, or personal injury claims. We strive to make complex legal processes accessible and stress-free for our clients, offering free initial consultations to begin addressing their concerns immediately.
Services
Real Estate Law
Family Law
Personal Injury
Workers' Compensation
Malpractice
Probate Law
Estate Planning
Eviction Cases
Highlights and features
- We offer over 70 years of combined legal experience in Southwest Florida.
- Our attorneys provide 24/7 availability for urgent legal matters.
- We deliver customized solutions tailored to individual client needs.
- Our team includes specialists in niche areas of Florida law.
- We guarantee transparent communication and no hidden fees.
What people say
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Services
Real Estate Law
Our real estate attorneys handle property transactions, boundary disputes, title issues, and foreclosure defense. We represent buyers, sellers, and landlords in Southwest Florida, ensuring compliance with state regulations. Our team simplifies complex real estate legalities, from contract negotiations to closing procedures, while protecting client interests throughout the process.
Personal Injury
We represent clients injured in car accidents, slip-and-falls, and workplace incidents. Our attorneys negotiate with insurance companies to secure compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, and pain. With a contingency fee structure, we ensure access to justice regardless of financial circumstances while maintaining aggressive advocacy for client rights.
Family Law
Our family law practice covers divorce proceedings, child custody arrangements, and domestic violence protection. We prioritize amicable resolutions while preparing for courtroom advocacy when necessary. Attorneys provide clear guidance on legal rights and obligations, focusing on minimizing emotional stress during sensitive family transitions and custody negotiations.
Workers' Compensation
We assist injured workers in securing medical treatment coverage and wage replacement benefits. Our team challenges denied claims and represents clients at hearings, ensuring compliance with Florida's workers' compensation laws. We handle repetitive strain injuries, machinery accidents, and workplace fall cases with specialized industry knowledge.
Malpractice
Our malpractice attorneys investigate medical errors in surgical procedures, diagnostic failures, and treatment negligence. We collaborate with medical experts to build strong cases against healthcare providers, seeking compensation for additional medical costs and suffering caused by substandard care while maintaining strict confidentiality throughout the process.
People
William M. Powell
Partner
Specializing in real estate and probate law, William brings decades of experience in property transactions and estate administration to complex legal matters.
Rita M. Jackman
Partner
Recognized for her personal injury expertise, Rita has secured millions in settlements while maintaining a client-focused approach to individual cases.
Richard M. Ricciardi
Partner
With extensive family law experience, Richard handles high-conflict divorces and child custody cases, emphasizing practical solutions for long-term client well-being.
Diana Castrillon
Partner
Diana specializes in workers' compensation claims, successfully navigating complex cases involving workplace injuries and occupational diseases.
Megan Hickey
Attorney
Focusing on estate planning, Megan helps clients create wills, trusts, and advance directives to protect assets and family interests.
Questions
What areas of law does Your Advocates specialize in?
We focus on real estate law, family law, personal injury, workers' compensation, malpractice, and estate planning in Southwest Florida.
Do you offer free initial consultations?
Yes, we provide free phone or in-person consultations to discuss your legal needs with an experienced attorney.
Are your attorneys available outside regular business hours?
Our team offers 24/7 availability for urgent legal matters and client emergencies.
How does your firm handle personal injury cases?
We work on contingency fees, handling car accidents, slip-and-falls, and workplace injuries to secure medical coverage and compensation.
What makes Your Advocates different from other law firms?
We combine 70+ years of experience with personalized attention, assigning specialists in specific legal niches to each case.
Do you serve clients outside Fort Myers?
We represent clients throughout Lee County, including Cape Coral, Sanibel, and surrounding Southwest Florida communities.
