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Brian LaBovick is an attorney with LaBovick Law Group in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, representing individuals in matters involving Insurance Law, Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs , and Workers’ Compensation Law - Claimants . He is passionate about advocating for people who are facing difficult circumstances and helping clients pursue fair compensation after injuries, workplace accidents, and disputes with insurance companies. Brian’s interest in the legal profession began ...

David Ackerman defends law firms in professional malpractice and legal ethics actions. A Fellow of the American College of Trial Lawyers, clients value his litigation experience and strategic insight in resolving disputes through trial and appeals, negotiation, or arbitration. Ranked by Chambers USA , where he is described as “an even-keeled, thoughtful and smart attorney,” he is repeatedly recognized by Florida Trend’s Legal Elite and included in The Best Lawyers in America...

Lee A. Kantor is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Litigation - Construction. Lee A. practices law in West Palm Beach, Florida Best Lawyers has recognized Lee A. Kantor since 2024. 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 Lee A. Kantor is held by other lawyers.

Justin C. Sorel is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Commercial Litigation. Justin C. practices law in West Palm Beach, Florida Best Lawyers has recognized Justin C. Sorel since 2025. 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 Justin C. Sorel is held by other lawyers.

Christopher Duke serves as managing partner of Akerman’s Palm Beach County Offices. With a diverse practice in employment law and complex commercial litigation, Chris represents clients in federal and state courts, as well as in various arbitration forums and before federal, state, and local administrative bodies. His clients operate across multiple sectors, including hospitality, travel/recreation, healthcare, retail, financial services, and alternative energy. Chris routinely represen...

Lake H. Lytal III is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs, Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs and Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs. Lake H. practices law in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida Best Lawyers has recognized Lake H. Lytal III since 2010. 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...

Grasford W. Smith is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Commercial Litigation. Grasford W. practices law in West Palm Beach, Florida Best Lawyers has recognized Grasford W. Smith since 2019. 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 Grasford W. Smith is held by other lawyers.

Michael J. Pike is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Commercial Litigation, Insurance Law, Litigation - Real Estate and Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs. Michael J. practices law in West Palm Beach, Florida Best Lawyers has recognized Michael J. Pike since 2020. 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. Pik...

CHRISTOPHER K. SPEED joined the firm as a Shareholder in 1994 after representing plaintiffs in Virginia for 20 years. He has spent his entire career pursuing justice for victims of personal injury, medical and legal negligence, aviation accidents and defective products. Mr. Speed is also a founding member of the Northern Virginia Plaintiff’s Bar Association, an organization of plaintiff lawyers dedicated to improving the ability of victims to pursue justice for their injuries. He often ...

JOHN (JACK) SCAROLA graduated with honors from Georgetown University in 1969 and from Georgetown Law Center in 1973. Before joining the firm in 1978, he was Chief Felony Prosecutor in the Palm Beach County State Attorney’s office, where he was lead counsel in the trials of more than 50 major criminal cases, including the nation’s first gavel-to-gavel televised murder trial. Mr. Scarola is Board Certified in both Civil Trial Practice and Commercial & Business Litigation. While ...