When you are dealing with high stakes litigation, you know what is at risk, and so do I. At the Law Offices of Sebastian Ohanian, LLC, I represent good people throughout the Miami area who have been accused of serious crimes or have complex legal issues. I provide aggressive litigation tactics and the highest quality guidance in complicated legal situations.

Finishing his undergraduate degree at The State University of New York at Oswego, William Galarza went on to St. John’s University to earn his Juris Doctor degree. Admitted in the State of New York in 1986, he’s been practicing law for nearly 30 years, helping hundreds of clients and winning countless cases. In 2001, he was admitted in the State of New Jersey, going on to earn his Master’s Degree in Taxation from Fairleigh Dickenson University. In 2004 he went on to the State of Florida. Along with bankruptcy, Mr. Galarza also specializes in foreclosure defense, DWI and DUI law, criminal law, family and divorce law, trust and estate law, and personal injury law. Our lawyers have extensive knowledge, experience, and versatility. The Sarasota lawyers at Galarza Law Firm are dedicated to bettering the lives of our clients. Open, understanding and willing to do whatever it takes to help, our greatest success is seeing our clients succeed. Whether that means helping them plan for their financial future, giving them a clean start, or helping them get what they deserve, we are always in your corner, ready to serve. We employ some of the most professional and experienced bankruptcy lawyers in the Sarasota, FL area. To give you your best chance, we will discuss your case and your options at no cost to you, so you have the paths laid out in front of you and a law firm ready to walk any of them with you. Contact us today and get a free consultation, and get Sarasota’s leading bankruptcy attorney on your side.

Affectionately called, “The People’s Attorney,” MILLICENT E. DANIELS, ESQ. hails from New Orleans, LA. Her family relocated to Jacksonville, Florida when she was a child. After graduating from high school, Ms. Daniels was awarded a full academic scholarship to the University of Florida. She is a graduate of both the University of Florida, College of Journalism and Communications (1999) (B.S. in Public Relations) and the University of Florida, College of Law (2002). Her practice includes serious personal injury, negligent security, wrongful death, civil dispute resolution and criminal defense. As a solo practitioner with the Daniels Law Firm, (offices in Orlando and Jacksonville) she has had the privilege of representing numerous families throughout the State of Florida. Ms. Daniels is a past member of the Executive Board of the Virgil Hawkins Florida Chapter of the National Bar Association and past Executive Board member of the National Association of Black Alumni at the University of Florida. Additionally, by appointment of the Chief Judge of Orange County, she humbly served the legal community as an esteemed member of the Professionalism Panel of the Ninth Judicial Circuit of Florida (Orange and Osceola Counties), which is an extension of the Florida Bar for several years. Attorney Daniels considers herself a serial entrepreneur who happens to be an attorney, in that her business experience includes being a partner in II Dope Chics, LLC, nightclub ownership, real estate investing, ATM franchise ownership, and small business consulting. She is also a proud member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., lifetime member of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People, lifetime member of the University of Florida Alumni Association, Trustee of the Jacksonville Chamber of Commerce, proud graduate of the Duval County Public Schools, member of the Paul C. Perkins Bar Association, D.W. Perkins Bar Association, Virgil Hawkins Florida Chapter of the National Bar Association, Orange County Bar Association, Jacksonville Bar Association, Florida Justice Association, U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Florida and Board Member of Agape Health & Wellness Center, Inc. In her leisure time, Attorney Daniels enjoys traveling with her family, art, empowering young entrepreneurs and women in her community and organizing community outreach events to help children and families in need.

Mr. Klemawesch joined the firm in 2014. His practice includes all aspects of both criminal defense and personal injury in both State and Federal Court. Prior to joining the firm, Mr. Klemawesch worked as an Assistant State Attorney in the Sixth Judicial Circuit, Pinellas County, Florida, where he tried over seventy-five cases to juries, including cases involving homicide, hate crimes, sexual battery, weapons charges, and many other areas. He was a member of the Vehicular Homicide Squad, focused on the investigation and prosecution of severe DUI cases involving significant injuries and deaths. Before working for the State of Florida, Mr. Klemawesch worked at several Florida law firms, practicing civil and commercial litigation; he also served as a Judicial Clerk for the Honorable Gregory Presnell, United States District Judge in the Middle District of Florida. Mr. Klemawesch graduated in the top 3% of his law school class, and was a member of both the Trial Team and Law Review. Mr. Klemawesch has worked as a teacher in a Maasai community in Kenya, teaching English to elementary school children, and served with Doctors Without Borders in a trauma hospital in Port Harcourt, Nigeria.

An avid traveler and former NCAA football scholarship athlete, Shawn Hairston came to Miami to launch his legal career and experience everything the city had to offer—from its dynamic legal scene to its legendary beach clubs. As a former defense attorney, he brings firsthand knowledge from working at the very firms he now has a passion for defeating. His experience on both sides of the courtroom gives him the strategic edge to take on corporations, insurance companies, and powerful institutions, ensuring his clients receive the justice and compensation they deserve. In addition to leading the firm’s Miami practice, Shawn manages the Washington, D.C. office, leveraging his experience on Capitol Hill to navigate complex legal and policy issues. When the big players try to push you around, you need an attorney who knows how to push back—harder.

Michael was born and raised in Florida. He spent much of his youth working in orange groves and watermelon fields in Central Florida. Michael knows the roots of this community and works hard to help people in all circumstances. After obtaining a Bachelor of Science in Political Science from Utah State University in 2008, Michael pursued a law degree from the Florida Coastal School of Law. He graduated in 2011 and was admitted to the Florida Bar. Michael is also licensed to practice law in Georgia. While in school, Michael interned with the State Attorney's Office and went on to work as an Assistant State Attorney. He learned the criminal justice system first hand and found his passion for criminal defense. In addition to his background working on criminal cases, Michael also has experience in resolving family law and civil litigation.

A dynamic entrepreneur and innovative thinker renowned for his extensive expertise in business management, financial services, regulatory compliance, and brokerage operations. Graduating with a degree in liberal studies and small business management from Stony Brook University in 1990, Mr. Gilbert accumulated over 25 years of diversified experience in the financial services industry. Holding senior executive positions at esteemed institutions such as Wachovia Securities Financial Network and TD Waterhouse, he transitioned to law, earning his Juris Doctor degree from Barry University School of Law in 2014. With a multifaceted background, Mr. Gilbert served as a COO for Gazelle.com in 2006, contributing to its evolution into the nation's leading consumer electronics trade-in site with over $125 million in annual revenue. Beyond his corporate roles, he worked as an independent business consultant, guiding the development and turnaround of small to mid-sized companies across various sectors, including brokerage, retail sales, and technology. In his most recent role as an Assistant Public Defender for the Eighteenth Judicial Circuit, Mr. Gilbert advocated for indigent persons facing legal challenges, showcasing his commitment to justice and community service. As a seasoned Wall Street veteran and reputable attorney, Mr. Gilbert is devoted to addressing diverse client needs, from estate planning and asset protection to business, commercial, and corporate law matters. Outside his professional endeavors, Mr. Gilbert finds joy in travel and quality time with his wife, Multida, and their two children, Jody (26) and Jordan (22).

Stephen McGuire is a 2012 graduate of Ave Maria School of Law. Prior to law school, he graduated summa cum laude from West Virginia University in 2005, with a degree in political science, and earned an MBA with high honors from Duquesne University in 2007. He is also a ten-year veteran of the United States Army. Stephen's practice is primarily focused on business and real estate law, appellate practice, and general civil litigation. He provides escrow and closing services for a high percentage of the brokered business transactions in Lee County, Florida, and serves as registered agent for hundreds of Florida corporations and limited liability companies. Additionally, he provides general counsel services to numerous local businesses and franchises. Attorney McGuire is admitted to practice in Florida, West Virginia, the Middle District of Florida, the 11th Circuit Court of Appeals, and the United States Supreme Court.

Thomas Grajek is a Lakeland criminal defense attorney at Grajek Trial Attorney at Law. We offer aggressive representation for various criminal defense cases in Florida. We handle misdemeanors, felonies, traffic violations, juvenile offenses, and more. With offices in Lakeland and Tampa, we are committed to protecting the rights of those accused of crimes throughout the Tampa Bay area.

Diana Salomon is a graduate of St. Thomas School of Law. She was raised in Coral Springs, Florida, where she has lived for over 30 years. Diana attended J.P. Taravella High School in Coral Springs and graduated with honors. After high school she received her college degrees from Florida Atlantic University in Finance and International Business. She started her career as a lawyer at the Office of the Public Defender in Broward County, where she handled a wide range of criminal matters. In 2016, Diana decided to venture into her own and founded The Law Offices of Diana Salomon, P.A. where she expanded her practice to include Marital and Family Law, Criminal Defense and Probate Law. Diana has been a member of the Broward County Hispanic Bar Association for the last four years, where she has served as Director, Recording Secretary, and President-Elect and President. Diana has also been a member of the Broward Association Criminal Defense Lawyers. At Salomon & Salomon, our founding attorneys, the brother-sister team of David Salomon and Diana Salomon, are trial lawyers who have significant experience in the courtroom and at the negotiating table. As former assistant public defenders, they understand how the system works from the inside out. This extensive experience and insight help us balance the scales of justice for you. In many situations, your opponent — the state in criminal cases, the insurance companies and their teams of lawyers in personal injury cases — has more resources at their disposal than you do. With our insight, skill and deep desire to help you prevail, we can level the playing field and work diligently to obtain the satisfactory resolution you deserve in these types of cases, as well as in family law cases. You Deserve The Best On Your Side With over 20 years' combined experience, we provide the effective, results-oriented representation clients deserve when facing life-altering legal dilemmas. At Salomon & Salomon, we're always thinking of you first. Tell us how we can help. Contact us online or call 954-703-4215 today to speak to an attorney who will take your case as seriously as you do. From our offices in Coral Springs and Fort Lauderdale, we proudly help people throughout southeast Florida. Se habla español.