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Education Attorney M. David Shapiro graduated from the University of Florida, College of Journalism, in 1981. He graduated from Florida State University College of Law with honors in 1985 and was admitted to The Florida Bar the same year. While attending the Florida State University College of Law, Mr. Shapiro served on the Florida State Law Review, and published articles on The Safety Belt Law, as well as Libel and Defamation. Mr. Shapiro was also chosen to represent the Florida State Colleg...

Salvatore G. Scro is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Construction Law. Salvatore G. practices law in Sarasota, Florida Best Lawyers has recognized Salvatore G. Scro 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 Salvatore G. Scro is held by other lawyers.

When financial institutions, registered investment advisers (RIAs), broker-dealers, executives, and other sophisticated companies face high-stakes disputes involving their people, business relationships, compensation, or regulatory obligations, they turn to Mike for strategic counsel and aggressive representation. For nearly four decades, Mike has represented clients in complex financial services litigation, Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) arbitration, securities disputes, exe...

With over two decades of legal experience, Christa is a distinguished leader in transactional law known for her ability to provide a comprehensive, 360-degree approach to complex legal matters. As a member of Shumaker's Corporate, Tax & Transactions Service Line, Christa brings a diverse background in litigation, real estate, and business law, allowing her to anticipate potential challenges and draft agreements designed to mitigate risks and avoid future disputes. Christa transactional ex...

William W. Merrill, III is a shareholder at Icard Merrill. His nationally recognized practice in land use, planning, transportation and environmental law includes representation of both developers and public sector clients. He has received the "AV" rating, the highest rating available, from Martindale-Hubbell, which is recognized as the most respected source of authoritative and dependable information about members of the legal community and reflects confidential ratings by other lawyers and ...

Telese L. Zuberer is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Community Association Law. Telese L. practices law in Sarasota, Florida Best Lawyers has recognized Telese L. Zuberer 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 Telese L. Zuberer is held by other lawyers.

Derek Byrd was born and raised in Sarasota . He graduated from Florida State University in 1990 with a B. A. in Criminology. He earned his Juris Doctorate Degree from Quinnipiac College of Law in Hamden, Connecticut in 1995 graduating cum laude. After being admitted to the Florida Bar in early 1996, Derek went to work for the Public Defender’s Office in Sarasota, where he gained extensive and valuable trial experience. He opened The Byrd Law Firm in 1998. Mr. Byrd is Board Certified in ...

Jon E. Lemole is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Construction Law and Litigation - Construction. Jon E. practices law in Sarasota, Florida Best Lawyers has recognized Jon E. Lemole 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 Jon E. Lemole is held by other lawyers.

Lindsey A. Meshberger is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Family Law. Lindsey A. practices law in Sarasota, Florida Best Lawyers has recognized Lindsey A. Meshberger 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 Lindsey A. Meshberger is held by other lawyers.

Tom Icard focuses his nationally recognized practice on construction related matters, from preparation and review of contract documents to claims negotiation and multi-party litigation (2016 Best Lawyers in America Sarasota metro area “Construction Lawyer of the Year”). He has represented both public and private owners, as well as developers, contractors, subcontractors and design professionals with respect to the construction of industrial facilities, airports, power plants, muni...