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The lawyers profiled here exemplify a standard of excellence in their profession and by doing so have garnered respect and esteem of their colleagues.
There are a multitude of specialties in the practice of law, each requiring expertise gleaned through formal education, personal experience and prior court established procedures often referred to as case law.
Lawyers and readers have been asked to name attorneys whom they hold in the highest regard or would recommend to others. The reality is that there are a variety of factors that determine the qualifications of a great attorney. Objective factors include trial experience and results in past cases, but most factors are subjective such as the quality or persuasiveness of an argument in court, skill at negotiating or giving legal advice.
Do your due diligence when choosing an attorney that’s right for you; making sure the attorney being considered has a good reputation in the legal community and the community at large, in the location where your case will be heard.
The attorneys being showcased in the following profile pages are specialized in areas of law practice and are considered to be excellent in their field.
Brown & Kimpton, P.A.
William “Bill” J. Kimpton, Esq. – Founding Partner With over five decades of legal experience, Bill J. Kimpton is a cornerstone of Tampa Bay’s real estate law community. A graduate of Duke University School of Law, Bill began his…
Jeffrey “Jack” Gordon
Aside from being a rockstar or professional athlete, I have the best job on the planet,” says Jeffrey “Jack” Gordon, managing partner and board certified medical malpractice lawyer of…
K. Dean Kantaras, Esq., BCS
K. Dean Kantaras is the owner and managing partner of K. Dean Kantaras, PA, also known as Kantaras Law. Dean is one of only 276 attorneys in Florida who are Board Certified in Marital and Family Law. He is part of an elite…
Lynette Silon-Laguna, Esq.
For nearly three decades, Lynette has dedicated her career to helping individuals and families navigate life’s most personal and challenging legal matters with confidence, compassion, and trusted guidance. As the…
Bonardi & Uzdavinis, LLP
Founded in January 2024, Bonardi & Uzdavinis, LLP was established with a clear vision: to create a law firm where accessibility, effectiveness, and ethics are more than ideals—they are the standard. Co-founders Daniel…
Alexis Rae Campos
Alexis Rae Campos, has built her career around a passion for advocacy, litigation and helping people navigate some of life’s most challenging moments. Born in Florida and raised in Miami, Campos has called Tampa home since 2009, though her connection…
J. Ronald Denman
Raised on military bases, J. Ronald Denman, Managing Partner of Bleakley Bavol Denman & Grace, developed an early sense of discipline and a strong desire to make a difference. Although he initially questioned whether law school was financially…
Jane Cynthia Graham
Born in Montreal, Canada, and raised in South Florida, Jane Cynthia Graham, Attorney and Founder of Sunshine City Law, was inspired early by her uncle, a South Florida criminal defense attorney who championed underdogs and…
Elizabeth L. Hapner
Elizabeth L. Hapner’s connection to Tampa’s legal community began long before she entered a courtroom. Born at the Cleveland Clinic and raised in Shaker Heights, Ohio, she moved to Tampa as a child when her father was recruited to lead the litigation…
Harris, Hunt & Derr, P.A.
Harris, Hunt & Derr, P.A. is a Marital and Family Law firm committed to protecting families and financial futures. Ranked as a Best Law Firm by U.S. News – Best Lawyers®, our team practices exclusively in Marital and Family Law,…
Ethan Loeb
For Ethan Loeb, Tampa has never simply been home—it has been the foundation of a career built on determination, innovation, and an unwavering commitment to his clients…
Paul Milberg
Paul A. Milberg has built a distinguished legal career defined by strategic thinking, unwavering credibility, and a passion for mentoring the next generation of trial attorneys. Born in Smithtown, Long Island, New York, his path to law was…
Hilda Millan
Hughes Law Partner and Trial Attorney Hilda Millan brings a thoughtful combination of advocacy, preparation, and genuine compassion to her personal injury practice. Born and raised in El Paso, Texas, Millan developed an appreciation for the…
Pamela Cordova Papasov
Pamela Cordova Papasov, Founder and Managing Partner of Papasov Law Group, brings nearly two decades of experience in the personal injury field, including nearly ten years as an attorney, along with a perspective shaped by both…
E. Colin Thompson
E. Colin Thompson is a Partner in the Complex Litigation Group at Bartlett Loeb Hinds Thompson & Angelos, where he represents businesses, individuals, and professional athletes in complex legal disputes, and works with them to protect their interests and…
Sam Badawi
Sam Badawi’s journey to law began across continents. Born in Latakia on Syria’s Mediterranean coast, he came to America as a young immigrant and learned its language and culture from the ground up. He went on to earn a Doctor of Pharmacy from Samford…
Jonathan Kepko
Jonathan Kepko brings an uncommon combination of engineering expertise, military leadership, and litigation experience to his practice…
Karen McManus Rich
After graduating from law school in Boston, Karen McManus Rich headed to her parents’ Florida beach condo to escape distractions and study for…
Kyle Pennington
With nearly three decades of legal experience, Kyle Pennington has built a distinguished career grounded in integrity, professionalism, and a deep understanding of dispute resolution. A multi-generational Tampa native, Pennington has remained…
Eliane I. Probasco
Attorney Eliane I. Probasco has built a career rooted in advocacy, compassion, and service. Born in Montreal, Canada, and raised in Hollywood, Florida, she credits her upbringing in a culturally diverse community with shaping her ability to listen, appreciate…
Candice Rojas-Colucci
Attorney Candice Rojas-Colucci has built her career around a purpose: using the law to protect people when they are most vulnerable. As founder of Colucci Law Group, Candice leads a team of advocates committed to helping clients navigate life-changing…
Mark Stallworth
Mark Stallworth is a respected Tampa trial attorney honored among Tampa’s Attorneys of the Year and recognized multiple times as a Florida Super Lawyers® honoree.
Lara Tibbals
Lara Tibbals has spent nearly three decades helping individuals and businesses navigate conflict with clarity, perspective and purpose. Raised in Dade City by parents who emphasized community service and volunteerism, Tibbals entered law…