Kara Groves

Sara Brubaker’s practice focuses on complex commercial, real estate, and construction litigation with an emphasis on contract and business disputes, including franchisor-franchisee disputes and intellectual property disputes. Prior to joining Akerman, Sara interned with the in-house counsel department of a Fortune 500 international conglomerate, gaining valuable experience that has informed her emphasis on litigating efficiently to minimize costs. Sara represents plaintiffs and defendan...

Ronald S. Gilbert is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs. Ronald S. practices law in Orlando, Florida Best Lawyers has recognized Ronald S. Gilbert since 2021. 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 Ronald S. Gilbert is held by other lawyers.

Kevin Knight received his undergraduate degree with highest honors from the University of Central Florida. While attending law school at Stetson University, he served as Executive Editor of the Law Review and his writing was published in the Stetson Law Review. He was a Dana Scholar and was recipient of the Walter Mann Graduation Award. Kevin has litigated several cases related to personal injury claims, administrative matters, employment matters, real estate contracts, joint ventures, landlo...

Aaron Zandy is a Board Certified Specialist in Labor and Employment Law who represents employers and management in all areas of traditional labor and employment law. Aaron is an experienced trial lawyer, having tried a variety of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation claims under federal and state law. He also has extensive traditional labor law experience, including collective bargaining, legal issues relating to union campaigns, and labor arbitrations. As a certified Senior Profession...

Carlton Miller is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Construction Law and Litigation - Construction. Carlton practices law in Maitland, Florida Best Lawyers has recognized Carlton Miller 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 Carlton Miller is held by other lawyers.

Scott A. Shelton is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants. Scott A. practices law in Orlando, Florida Best Lawyers has recognized Scott A. Shelton since 2027. 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 Scott A. Shelton is held by other lawyers.

Peter Schoemann is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Corporate Law. Peter practices law in Orlando, Florida Best Lawyers has recognized Peter Schoemann since 2023. 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 Peter Schoemann is held by other lawyers.

Orlando L. Evora is the Co-Managing Shareholder of the firm's Orlando office. Orlando has wide-ranging experience in the acquisition, development, finance, disposition, entitlement, permitting and leasing of real property.

Dan Mantzaris concentrates his practice in the areas of local government, land use and zoning, and general business. Since his admission to The Florida Bar in 1986, Dan has represented clients in matters related to real estate development, corporations, contracts, property rights and eminent domain, civil and commercial litigation, personal injury and casualty defense, personal injury claims, employment discrimination defense and international adoptions. Since 1997 he has served as the City A...

Amanda A. Simpson is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Employment Law - Management and Litigation - Labor and Employment. Amanda A. practices law in Orlando, Florida Best Lawyers has recognized Amanda A. Simpson since 2023. 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 Amanda A. Simpson is held by other lawyers.