Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Gainesville, FL Family and Business Law Attorneys
Established in 1974, our law firm has built a legacy of providing comprehensive legal solutions tailored to the unique needs of individuals, families, and businesses in Gainesville and north central Florida. Our team of seasoned attorneys brings decades of collective experience in family law, business law, estate planning, and probate, combining deep legal expertise with a commitment to personalized service. We prioritize understanding our clients' goals and challenges, offering candid advice while leveraging advanced technology to deliver efficient, results-driven representation.Our practice focuses on resolving complex legal matters such as high-asset divorce, business transactions, and estate administration, while maintaining a strong dedication to community involvement and professional excellence. With a philosophy centered on trust, responsiveness, and integrity, we strive to protect our clients' interests and secure their futures through every stage of the legal process.
Services
Family Law
Business Law
Estate Planning
Probate
Divorce
Child Custody
Business Litigation
Wills and Trusts
Civil Appeals
Trademark Law
Details
- Year established: 1974
Highlights and features
- We offer 50 years of combined legal experience in north central Florida's unique legal landscape
- Our attorneys provide personalized attention to complex family and business law matters
- Specialized expertise in high-asset divorce and business succession planning
- We maintain corporate formalities and compliance for business clients since 1974
- Our team handles multi-county probate and estate administration across Florida
Services
Family Law
Our family law practice handles complex matters including child custody, property division, and high-asset divorce cases. We provide strategic representation for modifying court orders, domestic violence injunctions, and stepparent adoptions. With decades of experience, we guide clients through emotionally challenging legal issues while protecting their parental rights and financial interests.
Estate Planning
We create comprehensive estate plans addressing wills, trusts, and advance directives tailored to individual and business owner needs. Our services include Medicaid planning, pet trusts, and business succession strategies. We help clients preserve assets while ensuring their healthcare and financial wishes are honored through properly structured legal documents.
Business Law
Our business law services cover entity formation, contract negotiation, and intellectual property protection for startups and established companies. We handle commercial litigation, non-compete agreements, and business dispute resolution while maintaining corporate compliance. Our attorneys provide strategic counsel for technology licensing and business transaction matters.
Probate
We assist executors and trustees with probate and trust administration processes, including asset inventory, debt settlement, and tax compliance. Our practice handles contested wills, guardianship proceedings, and complex probate litigation across multiple Florida counties while ensuring adherence to estate administration requirements.
Civil Appeals
Our appellate practice represents clients in Florida district courts of appeal and Supreme Court proceedings. We handle appeals related to family law decisions, business disputes, and probate matters, focusing on preserving favorable rulings or correcting judicial errors through thorough legal research and persuasive argumentation.
People
Richard M. Knellinger
Family Law Attorney
With over 40 years of experience, Richard M. Knellinger specializes in family law, business law, and appellate practice. He focuses on complex divorce cases involving substantial assets and business interests while maintaining active involvement in Florida legal associations.
Aaron R. Blau
Probate Attorney
Aaron R. Blau handles probate, estate planning, and real property matters. He brings extensive experience in trust administration and property law, providing clients with practical solutions for asset protection and estate transfer issues across north central Florida.
Hannah G. Culbertson
Family Law Attorney
Hannah G. Culbertson specializes in divorce proceedings, child support, and timesharing arrangements. She advocates for clients' parental rights while addressing complex custody issues and modification requests with a focus on achieving favorable outcomes for families.
Scott D. Bird
Civil Litigation Attorney
Scott D. Bird represents clients in divorce litigation and land use disputes. His practice includes civil litigation matters involving business conflicts and zoning regulations, providing strategic legal counsel for complex legal challenges in Florida courts.
Questions
What areas of law do you specialize in?
We specialize in family law, business law, estate planning, probate, and civil appeals with over 40 years of experience serving north central Florida.
Do you handle cases outside Gainesville?
Yes, we represent clients throughout north central Florida including Alachua, Marion, and Clay counties with offices in Gainesville and satellite locations.
How can I schedule a consultation?
Contact us at 352-373-3334 for a free initial phone consultation with one of our attorneys during regular business hours.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept major credit cards and offer flexible payment arrangements for legal services. Specific billing options are discussed during initial consultations.
Are your attorneys board certified?
Our attorneys maintain active Florida Bar memberships and participate in continuing legal education programs to ensure expertise in their practice areas.
Videos
