Kimberly J. Lopater

Brent Jones’ transactional practice encompasses a broad range of areas, including federal and state securities law, corporate finance, and mergers and acquisitions. Mr. Jones counsels lenders, investors and companies, including start-up enterprises, in connection with debt and equity financings. Mr. Jones advises companies concerning compliance with the Securities Act of 1933 and the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, including preparation and review of private placement memorandums, regi...

Eric Almon is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Corporate Law and Mergers and Acquisitions Law. Eric practices law in Tampa, Florida Best Lawyers has recognized Eric Almon 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 Eric Almon is held by other lawyers.

Frederick J. Grady is a commercial litigator who has significant experience in several areas of complex commercial litigation and construction law. He handles construction litigation, including delay claims, mechanic's lien work, architect/engineer liability, and differing site conditions claims. Mr. Grady also has experience in contract drafting, review and administration. His experience includes various types of projects, including commercial and residential construction, including office b...

M. John Burgess is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Employment Law - Management and Litigation - Labor and Employment. M. John practices law in Tampa, Florida Best Lawyers has recognized M. John Burgess 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 M. John Burgess is held by other lawyers.

Chris Cavaliere is a principal in the Tampa, Florida, office of Jackson Lewis P.C. He proactively partners with businesses throughout the country to help them navigate the daily workplace challenges of today’s business world. When preventative strategies are not enough, Chris also strategically represents businesses in employment-related disputes and litigation. Whatever the workplace issue, he ensures the best team is assembled to serve the client’s specific needs. Chris takes pr...

Brent Steinberg is a Florida Bar board-certified appellate specialist – a distinction achieved by only 216 of the more than 100,000 members of the Florida Bar. He handles catastrophic injury, insurance bad faith, legal malpractice and insurance coverage cases throughout Florida and Georgia, at both the trial and appellate levels. Mr. Steinberg began his employment with Swope, Rodante, Newsome & Steinberg as a law clerk in 2009, joined the firm full time after graduating law school i...

Scott C. Ilgenfritz is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Commercial Litigation, Litigation - Securities and Litigation - Trusts and Estates. Scott C. practices law in Tampa, Florida Best Lawyers has recognized Scott C. Ilgenfritz since 2012. 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 C. Ilgenfritz is held by other lawyers.

Roberta Casper Watson is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law. Roberta Casper practices law in Tampa, Florida Best Lawyers has recognized Roberta Casper Watson since 1995. 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 Roberta Casper Watson is held by other lawyers.

Jamie Klapholz is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Health Care Law. Jamie practices law in Tampa, Florida Best Lawyers has recognized Jamie Klapholz 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 Jamie Klapholz is held by other lawyers.

Mr. Hart’s area of practice include retail and hospitality, trucking and transportation, premises liability, negligent security, product liability, property damage and medical malpractice.