C. Gene "Gene" Shipley

Tom McAleavey practices in the area of corporate and securities law. His practice includes mergers and acquisitions, public and private offerings of securities, corporate governance matters and securities regulation compliance. His experience includes the representation of public companies in connection with public and private offerings of debt and equity securities; SEC periodic reporting and proxy statements; and corporate acquisitions, dispositions, and reorganizations.

Providing thoughtful counsel and practical guidance for individuals, families, and businesses throughout Florida. Josh Bachman is a Founding Shareholder in DownsAaron PLLC ’s Orlando, Florida office. He represents individuals and business entities in complex civil, commercial, and family law matters throughout the state. Josh’s practice includes litigation involving contract disputes , business torts, landlord-tenant matters, and disputes involving corporations, partnerships, and ...

Kimberly A. Mello is a member of the firm's National Appellate Practice. She has briefed and argued dozens of appeals in state and federal court, including the Florida Supreme Court, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit, and Florida's District Courts of Appeal. In addition to focusing on appellate matters, Ms. Mello has extensive experience briefing complex legal issues at the trial court level during both the pre-trial and post-trial phases. She regularly consults with trial la...

Cristina P. Cambo is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Insurance Law. Cristina P. practices law in Longwood, Florida Best Lawyers has recognized Cristina P. Cambo since 2026. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Cristina P. Cambo is held by other lawyers.

Phillip Joseph co-chairs Ball Janik LLP’s construction litigation practice, which is growing in national reach and prominence. He is a commercial litigator whose primary focus is construction and real estate litigation, including design and construction disputes, construction defect, general counsel for community associations, purchase/sale disputes, real estate disputes, commercial landlord/tenant, and collections. Mr. Joseph has received the AV® Preeminent™ Rating from Marti...

Compassionate advocate representing clients in complex divorce proceedings, parenting disputes, and sensitive financial matters. Nicole “Niki” Park represents individuals and families in a wide range of family law matters throughout Orlando, Florida. At DownsAaron PLLC , she advises clients facing emotionally and financially challenging situations with a practical, client-focused approach designed to help them move forward efficiently and thoughtfully. Her practice includes high-c...

Described in Chambers USA as “an outstanding bankruptcy lawyer,” Jules Cohen represents banks and other lenders as secured creditors in bankruptcy proceedings in all types of businesses. He has represented clients in notable bankruptcy proceedings, including, the billion dollar Chapter 11 case of Braniff Airlines, serving as the court appointed examiner of the Sheraton Twin Towers case, and representing a lender group with a $114 million secured claim in the Gencor Industries case...

C. David Brown II is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Government Relations Practice, Land Use and Zoning Law and Real Estate Law. C. David practices law in Orlando, Florida Best Lawyers has recognized C. David Brown II since 2006. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which C. David Brown II is held by other lawyers.

Michael J. Bittman is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Health Care Law. Michael J. practices law in Orlando, Florida Best Lawyers has recognized Michael J. Bittman since 2006. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Michael J. Bittman is held by other lawyers.

Mayanne Downs represents corporate and individual clients in high-stakes litigation matters involving significant financial, business, and personal interests. Based in Orlando, Florida, she advises clients through complex disputes with a practical, strategic approach focused on protecting their objectives, reputations, and long-term interests. At DownsAaron PLLC , Mayanne’s practice includes Bet-the-Company Litigation , Commercial Litigation, and Family Law . She handles a broad range o...