Recognized as one of the most accomplished personal injury attorneys in Florida, William M. Chanfrau, Jr., has been practicing law for over 20 years. His career began at the State Attorneys Office, where he served from August 1997 through 2000. While there, he successfully handled hundreds of Misdemeanor and Felony cases through the final resolution either by plea negotiations and/or trial. In January 2001, William started practicing law at Chanfrau, Chanfrau and Bouck as an Associate where he focused on handling both plaintiff's personal injury claims and criminal cases. In July 2007, William became the managing partner at Chanfrau & Chanfrau where he continues today to focus primarily on plaintiff’s personal injury claims. Acknowledged as one of America’s Top 100 Attorneys, he has held and continues to hold leadership positions both professionally and in the community.

Attorney Bridgette Michelle Lester is compassionate, competent and centered around your legal needs. Whether it be a criminal matter, personal injury or small business related, Attorney Lester is here to guide you throughout the process while getting it the best results for you. She is the immediate past President of the Fred G. Minnis, Sr. Bar Association, which is the largest predominantly African American bar Association in the county and one of the fastest growing. She served 2 terms as President and currently sits on the Board. About Attorney Bridgette Michelle: Bridgette Michelle was raised in a military home where she she saw the sacrifice of our men and women in uniform each day. Through her father's service to our great country she was afforded the opportunity to travel many parts of the world, and led to her graduating in Italy. Prior to becoming an Attorney, she set her sights on education. She became an Educator with Pinellas County Schools in the fall of 2008. She taught the award winning Broadcast Journalism program at Thurgood Marshall Fundamental Middle School and served as a mentor for the Girlfriends program and started the schools first ever debate team. While being an Educator she also attended the part-time program at Stetson University College of Law. She was recognized in "Who's Who in American Law Schools and Universities," earned a scholarship from the Fred G.Minnis Sr. Bar Association and was honored as a Daniel Burton scholar. Additionally, she served as a Law clerk for Tamara Felton, P.A. and as a judicial intern for the Sixth Judicial Circuit before she became an Assistant Public Defender. While working in that capacity she earned the coveted, "We Are the Hope," award and "Best Advocate," at the state wide training session. Attorney Bridgette Michelle further honed her skills by working for a prominent law firm in the Tampa Bay Area. There, she was able to work on several high profile cases, many of which made national news. Most recently she's been recognized by the National Black Lawyers Top 40 Under 40, SuperLawyers Rising Star 2017, Top Rated Attorney by Avvo for a perfect 10 rating while also receiving the Clients Choice Award. She still finds time to be actively give back through her volunteer effortd with Pinellas county schools, church and her community.

Myles Schlam is a practicing lawyer in the state of Florida. He received his J.D. from St. Thomas University School of Law in 2002.

Mr. Howard Coker is the President and a founding partner of Coker Law. Recognized by his peers as a prominent Florida trial attorney, he is a passionate and active advocate. In the pursuit of justice, Mr. Coker has tried over 350 jury trials to conclusion and handled thousands of mediated settlements – a top record for results. For his tireless service and consistent commitment to both professional and community organizations, Mr. Coker has received a number of significant awards and honors. He holds multiple lifetime achievement awards, including the Jacksonville Business Journal’s Lifetime Achievement Award (2017), and the Florida Justice Association’s Perry Nichols Award (2006) and Al J. Cone Lifetime Achievement Award (2009). He has been named as one of Florida Trend Magazine’s top 1% “Legal Elite”, listed as a Florida Super Lawyer every year since the program’s inception in 2006, and consistently chosen as a Top 100 Florida Super Lawyer. Among Mr. Coker’s numerous professional affiliations are his 2008 appointment by the Florida Governor as a member of the Florida Supreme Court Judicial Nominating Commission and his 2010 appointment by the Florida Supreme Court to the Florida Innocence Commission. He was awarded the ABA-TIPS Award for Lifetime Pursuit of Justice in 2011, named Best Lawyers’ Jacksonville Personal Injury Litigator of the Year in 2014, received the 2016 Compassionate Gladiator Award for Strength, Skill, Drive and Heart from the Florida Justice Association and the 2017 Ultimate Attorney Lifetime Achievement Award from the Jacksonville Business Journal. Aside from these distinguished accomplishments, Mr. Coker continues to volunteer his time and efforts to a long list of civic and nonprofit organizations, even receiving the 2017 Bob Hayes “Man of the Year” Community Service Award.

Stefano D. Portigliatti is a trial attorney specializing in commercial motor vehicle cases at Coker Law, PA in Jacksonville, FL. He is a renowned Jacksonville truck accident lawyer who has represented clients in over a hundred trucking cases and helped obtain millions of dollars in verdicts and settlements. Stefano is one of only 20 attorneys in the United States to pass a rigorous exam on trucking laws, an intensive background check and prove that his practice is dedicated to protecting victims of truck crashes. He is also one of the youngest attorneys to be included among Super Lawyer's Rising Stars and the National Trial Lawyers' Top 40 Under 40. Stefano often presents on topics related to trial and trucking litigation. He is on the Board of Regents of the Academy of Truck Accident Attorneys. He is also the founder of truck.law™, which assists other plaintiffs' attorneys handling trucking cases with forms, resources, and seminars available at www.truck.law. Stefano was born in Sao Paulo, Brazil, to a hard-working Italian family. Before becoming a lawyer, Mr. Portigliatti was engaged in diverse business ventures across multiple continents. Mr. Portigliatti is still the Vice President of SOAR Global Institute a laboratory that researches human behavior and development. Stefano speaks all over the world in the areas of emotional intelligence, innovation and human development. He is a certified master coach and trainer and has developed several courses and systems that apply psychology and behavioral analytics to management and trial strategies. Stefano is a musician and likes to sail, golf, cook and travel with his wife, Brittany. They are the proud parents of two young boys Luca and Leo. Stefano and Brittany like to volunteer with New Beginnings Global Outreach to provide services and resources for emotional, physical and spiritual health to the needy.

Since 2014, Mr. Mervine has represented clients in hundreds of cases across 12 Florida counties. While his primary focus is family law, his diverse legal experience also includes representing small businesses, insurance companies, lenders, investors in secondary debt markets, and individuals in immigration court proceedings. Backed by an extensive academic background—including a Juris Doctor and multiple advanced degrees—he brings a well-rounded, strategic approach to every case David Mervine is a dedicated and zealous advocate, committed to guiding clients through the complexities of family law with strategic insight and unwavering support. With a client-centered and collaborative approach, he empowers individuals to navigate challenging legal matters while safeguarding their rights and securing their future.​ Licensed to practice in Florida and before the EOIR Immigration Courts, Mr. Mervine has represented clients in hundreds of cases across 12 Florida counties. While his primary focus is family law—including high-conflict divorces, child custody disputes, and marital agreements—his experience also extends to representing small businesses, insurance companies, lenders, investors in secondary debt markets, and individuals in the immigration Courts. Mr. Mervine’s commitment to community service has been recognized with the prestigious William F. Blews Pro Bono Service Award, underscoring his dedication to providing legal assistance to those in need. Understanding the profound legal and emotional challenges that families encounter, he crafts thoughtful, results-driven solutions tailored to each client’s unique circumstances. Mr. Mervine began his higher education at the State University of New York at Albany, where he graduated Summa Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration. His academic journey reflects his commitment to excellence, holding multiple advanced degrees, including a Master of Business Administration from American University, a Master of Science in Communications from Clarion University, and two Master’s Degrees from Colorado State University—one in Finance and another in Organizational Leadership. His legal education culminated at Stetson University College of Law in Gulfport, Florida, where he earned his Juris Doctor and developed a strong foundation in legal advocacy. With extensive legal knowledge, a client-first philosophy, and a steadfast commitment to justice, Mr. Mervine remains a trusted advocate, helping clients navigate life’s most pivotal legal challenges with clarity and confidence.

From a young age, Gregory Colvin knew that he wanted to help people in need but it was not always clear to him how he would do it. The answer came in the form of inspiration delivered by his 9th grade Civics teacher, who taught him of an attorney’s role to assist people in their time of need and beneficially influence society as a whole. His life’s purpose was clear from then on: help people by upholding the law and encouraging them to find positive solutions to our daily problems. Mr. Colvin attended the University of Florida – a natural fit as a lifelong fan of the Gators – and graduated with his Bachelors, Masters, and Law Degrees in hand. When he came back to Orlando, the city that raised him, he set right to work at putting his knowledge and skills to good use. He was able to land a Partnership spot at one of the premier personal injury firms in Florida. After seeing the true extent of his own potential, he established R. Gregory Colvin, LLC, his own practice, in 1987. He continued to use his personal injury experience to pursue compensation for the wrongfully injured but another calling soon came his way: family law. Physical pain can be debilitating but emotional wounds can be the deepest – something he knew firsthand. Growing up, a single mother supported him and he is a single father of daughter, Skylar. When he realized he could use his legal prowess to help people manage with the complications and painful moments attributed to divorce, he refocused his efforts on family law. Gregory prefers to be a sole practitioner, or an attorney who controls all aspects of his practice. What this means for you, his client, is that you will be afforded the unique opportunity to closely work with him directly during every step of your divorce or family law dispute. When you have to take your case to court, it will be Gregory there to defend your best interests and rights. When you team up with Attorney Colvin, you will be treated like a close friend in all aspects of your case. He knows that most of us cannot simply reschedule plans or work shifts when necessary in order to have a legal consultation. To address this commonplace issue, he permits free initial consultations during the evening and the weekends. When you are faced with a particularly alarming problem and need legal counsel right away, as his client, you can reach him any hour of the day, any day of the week. No matter how you approach a situation that requires litigation, there is going to be some amount of stress, especially when it is centered on a matter as private as your family life. By providing you with reliable, honest, and compassionate legal service, Mr. Colvin can help remove as much stress from the situation as possible without compromising what would be best for you. As a former Supreme Court Certified Mediator, he is well-equipped and ready to handle even the most complicated cases for you as amicably and efficiently as possible.

Reliable-Trustworthy-Effective - are some of the few words clients use when describing how Carlos Londono practices law. With almost a decade of litigation experience in multiple areas of law, Carlos brings a unique approach to litigating matters stemming from automobile accidents. His relaxed yet militant approach is perfect for efficiently resolving these matters while remaining well-respected within the community. Mr. Londono firmly believes communication with his clients is vital and the most effective way to advocate on their behalf. Fluent in Spanish, Mr. Londono is the ideal fit for the representation of our South Florida clients.

Stephen Bernhardt has been an attorney since he was 25 years old. Now, nearly a decade later, Bernhardt has extensive trial experience in both criminal and civil law. He began his legal career as a prosecutor, first handling misdemeanor offenses such as DUI, Battery, Possession of Controlled Substance, Violation of Injunction and many others. Bernhardt was quickly moved to a felony division and become the State Attorney’s Office’s representative for the county’s Drug Court Program. In this role, Bernhardt learned many techniques to help individuals overcome addictions as well as the differences between the many rehabilitation establishments throughout Florida. Prior to leaving the State Attorney’s Office, Bernhardt was the lead prosecutor in his division. Bernhardt conducted several jury trials that ended in convictions and sentences of more than thirty years, including a mandatory life in prison sentence. After leaving the State Attorney’s Office, Bernhardt began practicing civil law for one of the largest creditors’ rights firms in the United States. Bernhardt quickly became the lead litigating attorney for the firm’s Florida office and handled countless civil hearings and trials before leaving to start Bernhardt Law, PLLC. Bernhardt Law focuses on the practice areas of Criminal Defense, Personal Injury and Debt Defense. Using the knowledge gained throughout the years, Bernhardt Law is dedicated to making sure each client’s specific situation is handled with the utmost professionalism, attention to detail, and integrity.