Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Legal Representation in Tampa
For over 50 years, our firm has provided personalized legal representation to businesses, government entities, and individuals across Florida. We specialize in Business Transactions, Environmental Law, Government Law, Health Care Law, and Litigation, combining deep industry knowledge with a commitment to client advocacy. Our attorneys maintain an AV rating from Martindale-Hubbell, reflecting our legal excellence and ethical standards. We prioritize understanding client needs to deliver strategic solutions for complex legal challenges. Our team includes board-certified specialists and experienced litigators dedicated to protecting client interests.We collaborate with affiliate firms and experts to ensure comprehensive representation. Located in Tampa, we have shaped Florida's legal landscape through landmark cases and policy work. Our practice spans administrative law, appellate litigation, eminent domain, and water law. We emphasize transparency and client education, offering detailed information about our qualifications before engagement. With a legacy dating to 1975, we remain focused on innovation while upholding traditional values of integrity and service.
Services
Business Transactions
Environmental Law
Government Law
Health Care Law
Litigation
Appellate Law
Eminent Domain
Land Use Law
Water Law
Details
- Year established: 1975
Highlights and features
- We offer 50+ years of experience in Florida legal matters.
- Our attorneys maintain the highest Martindale-Hubbell AV rating.
- We provide board-certified specialists in multiple practice areas.
- Our team combines legacy expertise with innovative legal strategies.
- We prioritize client education and transparent representation.
Associations and certifications
- Martindale-Hubbell AV-rated
What people say
Proven track record
Responsive communication
Legal expertise
Successful outcomes
Professional team
Services
Business Transactions
Our business transaction attorneys handle complex contracts, mergers, and corporate governance matters. We provide strategic counsel for routine and high-stakes deals, ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations. Our team works closely with clients to understand business objectives and deliver tailored legal solutions that minimize risk while maximizing growth opportunities.
Environmental Law
We represent clients in environmental compliance, land use, and regulatory matters. Our practice includes water law, hazardous waste management, and permitting for development projects. With decades of experience shaping Florida's environmental policies, we help businesses navigate complex ecological regulations while balancing operational needs and sustainability goals.
Government Law
Our government law practice serves local municipalities, state agencies, and private clients in administrative law matters. We handle regulatory compliance, public records disputes, and governmental policy development. The team has extensive experience in legislative advocacy and representing clients before state and federal regulatory bodies across Florida.
Health Care Law
We provide comprehensive legal services for healthcare providers, facilities, and insurers. Our practice includes regulatory compliance, medical malpractice defense, and health information privacy matters. With specialized knowledge of Florida's healthcare laws, we help clients navigate complex legal challenges while maintaining focus on patient care and operational excellence.
Litigation
Our litigation team handles complex civil disputes in state and federal courts. We represent clients in business conflicts, construction disputes, and catastrophic injury cases. With board-certified specialists and experienced trial attorneys, we combine aggressive advocacy with strategic settlement approaches to protect client interests in courtroom and alternative dispute resolution settings.
People
David M. Caldevilla
Attorney
Specializes in appellate litigation, environmental law, and government administrative matters. Brings extensive courtroom experience to complex legal appeals and regulatory challenges.
Edward P. de la Parte, Jr.
Attorney
Focuses on government law, environmental regulation, land use, and water law. Provides strategic counsel for public policy matters and regulatory compliance issues.
Richard A. Gilbert
Attorney
Handles professional liability, corporate litigation, and product liability cases. Offers decades of experience in high-stakes civil litigation matters.
Patrick J. McNamara
Attorney
Specializes in construction litigation, general civil litigation, health law, and professional liability cases. Provides practical legal solutions for complex dispute resolution.
Nicolas Q. Porter
Attorney
Focuses on environmental litigation and appellate law. Combines technical legal knowledge with strategic advocacy for complex environmental regulatory cases.
Questions
What areas of law does your firm specialize in?
We specialize in Business Transactions, Environmental Law, Government Law, Health Care Law, and Litigation, with additional expertise in appellate law and eminent domain cases.
What experience does your team have?
Our attorneys have over 50 combined years of experience, including board-certified specialists and Martindale-Hubbell AV-rated professionals handling complex legal matters statewide.
Do you handle environmental regulatory compliance?
Yes, we provide comprehensive environmental law services including regulatory compliance, water law, and land use permitting for development projects.
Can you represent businesses in contract disputes?
Our litigation team regularly handles business contract disputes, providing both courtroom representation and alternative dispute resolution services for commercial conflicts.
