Business Details
45 Years
experience
Your Trusted Legal Partner in Clearwater, FL
We are a full-service law firm dedicated to providing comprehensive legal solutions in family law, real estate, estate planning, and civil litigation. Our attorneys bring decades of combined experience, with Patrick Gaffney board-certified in marital and family law since 1995 and Tony Damianakis offering expertise in real estate and business transactions. We prioritize personalized attention, ensuring clients receive swift, efficient, and courteous service tailored to their unique needs. Our team serves clients across Pinellas, Hillsborough, and Pasco counties, with attorneys licensed in Florida and New York. We pride ourselves on maintaining a loyal, dedicated staff that fosters trust and facilitates smooth legal resolutions.Our practice, rooted in honesty and fair dealing since 1981, continues the legacy of our founding attorney, Ray Peacock, who established a reputation for integrity and excellence. We handle probate matters with professionalism and efficiency, aiming to minimize costs while guiding families through complex processes. Our attorneys are recognized for their expertise, including AV ratings from Martindale Hubbell and perfect scores on Avvo. We maintain strong community ties, relying on referrals and word-of-mouth from satisfied clients who value our transparent, client-centric approach. Our office combines technological proficiency with traditional legal acumen, ensuring modern solutions for today's legal challenges.
Services
Family Law
Real Estate Law
Estate Planning
Probate
Civil Litigation
Details
- Year established: 1981
Highlights and features
- We offer board-certified expertise in marital and family law since 1995
- Our attorneys combine 60+ years of combined legal experience
- We provide personalized attention through dedicated legal professionals
- We maintain a proven track record of efficient case resolution
- Our firm serves clients across three Florida counties with local knowledge
Associations and certifications
- Florida Bar
What people say
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Caring Attorney
Services
Family Law
Our family law practice handles divorce, child custody, and support matters with compassionate representation. We focus on achieving equitable solutions while minimizing emotional stress. Our board-certified attorneys provide strategic guidance through complex family legal issues.
Real Estate Law
We represent clients in residential and commercial real estate transactions, title disputes, and contract negotiations. Our attorneys ensure compliance with Florida property laws while protecting client interests. We handle closings, zoning issues, and property dispute resolutions.
Estate Planning
Our estate planning services include wills, trusts, and advance directives tailored to individual needs. We help clients protect assets and ensure smooth succession through customized estate strategies. Our approach combines legal expertise with personalized financial considerations.
Probate
We guide families through probate proceedings with efficient estate administration. Our services include asset inventory, debt settlement, and distribution of inheritances. We minimize delays and costs while maintaining compliance with Florida probate regulations.
Civil Litigation
Our civil litigation practice handles business disputes, contract breaches, and real estate conflicts. We represent clients in negotiations, mediations, and court proceedings. Our approach focuses on practical solutions while maintaining aggressive advocacy when necessary.
People
Patrick F. Gaffney
Attorney
Board-certified family law specialist since 1995 with AV Martindale rating. Handles divorce, child custody, and support cases. Practicing law since 1983 with Florida State University and Loyola University education.
Anthone R. Damianakis
Attorney
Licensed in Florida and New York with real estate and business law expertise. Represents clients in property transactions and commercial matters. Practicing since 1993 with experience in estate planning and probate.
Questions
What areas of law do you specialize in?
We focus on family law, real estate transactions, estate planning, probate, and civil litigation. Our attorneys have specialized expertise in these core practice areas.
Do you serve clients outside Clearwater?
We handle cases throughout Pinellas, Hillsborough, and Pasco counties, with attorneys licensed to practice statewide in Florida.
How long have you been in practice?
Our firm has provided legal services since 1981, with individual attorneys maintaining practice experience dating back to 1979.
What makes your firm different?
We combine board-certified expertise with personalized attention, maintaining a dedicated staff that prioritizes client communication and case efficiency.
Can you handle complex legal matters?
Our attorneys have experience with complex family law cases, commercial real estate transactions, and multi-party litigation matters across various industries.
Do you offer initial consultations?
We provide initial consultations to discuss your legal needs and develop tailored representation strategies for your specific situation.
