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Deborah J. Blue to present at Family Law Boot Camp in Lakewood Ranch

January 10, 2019 by Dickinson & Gibbons, P.A.

Family Court Professional Collaborative Presents: Family Law Boot Camp – Part II – Beyond the Basics

Presenters: Honorable Judges’ Donna P. Berlin and Peter R. Ramsberger, Hearing Officer/Magistrate Laura Hale, Court Operations Manager, Monica Ausborn, Court Administrator Walter Smith, and Attorneys: Elizabeth Loeffler, Deborah J. Blue, Carmen R. Gillett, Phillip J. Schipani, and R. Lynette Mancuso.

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 15, 2019 – 9:00AM to 5:00PM

GOLD COAST EAGLE DISTRIBUTORS – LAKEWOOD RANCH

Cost is $20 for FCPC Members & Their Support Staff, $50 for Non-Members

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This conference will focus on Honing the Skills of the Family Law Practitioner. The morning presentations will include the Sarasota County Judiciary with special guest, Judge Peter R. Ramsberger from the 6th Circuit on the issues of parentage, addressing the complex issues related to establishment & disestablishment of paternity. Then, Magistrate Laura Hale will present on issues of Child Support and Department Of Revenue, followed by a presentation by the Court Operations Manager Monica Ausborn and Court Administrator Walter Smith on the new Self-Help Center. Lunch will include resources concerning Special Needs children. The afternoon program will consist of presentations by Elizabeth Loeffler, Esquire and Deborah J. Blue, Esquire on Cross-Examining Expert Witnesses, Carmen R. Gillett, Esquire on Domestication of Foreign Judgements, and Phillip Schipani, Esquire on Handling Cases Involving Special Needs Children. The day will conclude with Lynette Mancuso, Esquire presenting on Creating a Top Notch Practice Without Spending a Dime. The FCPC is applying for CLEs and CMEs for this event.

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Dickinson & Gibbons Names New Partners

January 8, 2019 by Dickinson & Gibbons, P.A.

Dickinson & Gibbons, P.A. is pleased to announce that Jesse R. Butler and Andrew L. Douberly have been named partners of the firm. Managing Shareholder A. James Rolfes stated, “We are pleased to have these fine litigators as partners and look forward to their continued outstanding service to our clients.”

Jesse Butler represents clients in legal actions involving civil and commercial matters, specializing in product liability, consumer protection, and complex tort cases. He also maintains an active appellate practice, and has handled appeals in every District Court of Appeal in the State of Florida. Mr. Butler holds the prestigious AV Preeminent™ Rating from Martindale-Hubbell®.

Andrew Douberly focuses his practice on auto and trucking litigation, premises liability, personal injury, and criminal defense. Prior to joining Dickinson & Gibbons, Mr. Douberly was an assistant State Attorney in the Twelfth Judicial Circuit in Manatee County, Florida.

Dickinson & Gibbons, P.A. represents a broad range of individual and corporate clients in complex litigation matters. Founded in 1937, the Sarasota-based firm holds the prestigious Martindale-Hubbell&reg AV rating, and is a member of ALFA International, a global network of 150 law firms.

Jesse Butler Receives Pro Bono Award from Legal Aid of Manasota

May 1, 2018 by Dickinson & Gibbons, P.A.

Dickinson & Gibbons, P.A. appellate and civil trial attorney Jesse R. Butler was honored by Legal Aid of Manasota for his efforts in 2017 in providing pro bono legal services to clients in financial need. A ceremony took place on April 20, 2018 at the Sarasota County Courthouse, which honored the many Sarasota County Bar Association members who provided free legal services to clients that qualified for pro bono legal assistance based on their need and financial hardship. Mr. Butler primarily provided pro bono assistance through the Guardian Ad Litem’s Defending Best Interests project, through which he advocated on behalf of abused and neglected children in termination of parental rights and dependency appeals.

Mr. Butler’s practice focuses on appeals, as well as civil litigation including consumer protection laws, insurance coverage, product liability, and other civil and commercial disputes.

Jesse Butler receives pro bono award from Circuit Judge Thomas Krug

Making HERStory!

February 27, 2018 by Jesse Butler

In celebration of Women’s History Month, Teen Court of Sarasota proudly presents the 2nd annual Making HERstory!

Join hundreds of students and professionals from our community as we gather for a special evening cocktail reception over light hors d’oeuvres and a gorgeous view of Sarasota Bay followed by an inspirational keynote speech by Michael Saunders.

Dickinson & Gibbons attorney Deborah Blue is proud to be a featured panelist at this wonderful event.

Making HERstory is an evening devoted to inspiring and encouraging girls to feel empowered choosing a career in law.

All proceeds from the event will benefit Teen Court of Sarasota’s continued growth as an organization, reaching over 4,000 youth each year.

Please support this wonderful organization and get your tickets online today: http://www.sarasotateencourt.org/2018-making-herstory/

Three Dickinson & Gibbons Attorneys Receive “Super Lawyer” Designation

January 22, 2018 by Jesse Butler

Dickinson & Gibbons is proud to announce that partners Deborah J. Blue, Gary Larsen and Jeffrey Peairs have received the prestigious designation of “Super Lawyer.” Thompson Reuters, who publishes the annual list, announced that the 2018 Florida Super Lawyers list includes three Dickinson & Gibbons attorneys. Thompson Reuters notes the list “is comprised of outstanding attorneys who have attained a high degree of peer recognition and professional achievement.” The annual selections are made using process that includes nominations, an independent research evaluation of candidates and peer reviews by practice area.

Deborah J. Blue has been listed as a top rated Family Law attorney in Sarasota County. This is Ms. Blue’s 11th year selected as a Super Lawyer. Deborah is an AV rated Board Certified Marital & Family Law attorney. Ms. Blue was board certified in criminal trial law and in civil trial law, before devoting her practice primarily to complex marital and family law matters. Ms. Blue is President and a founding member of Sarasota Collaborative Family Law Professionals, and handles cases involving equitable distribution; business valuation(s); alimony; child support; parental responsibility and timesharing; preparation and enforcement of prenuptial and postnuptial agreements; paternity and any other family law related matters.

Gary Larsen has been listed as a Super Lawyer in the field of alternative dispute resolution since 2014. Gary is an AV rated Board Certified Civil Trial Lawyer, Florida Supreme Court Certified Mediator and Past President of the Sarasota County Bar Association. Mr. Larsen is a frequent speaker on the subject of mediation and the law. Mr. Larsen currently focuses his practice on mediation, serving as a Certified Circuit Court Mediator throughout the State of Florida.

Jeffrey Peairs has been listed as a top rated civil trial defense attorney in Sarasota County. Mr. Peairs is an AV rated Board Certified Civil Trial lawyer who has tried over 100 jury trials throughout the State of Florida. Mr. Peairs’ practice focuses on the defense of individuals, businesses, and insurance companies in cases involving wrongful death, injuries, premises liability, insurance coverage, trucking and transportation litigation, commercial litigation, and other civil litigation related matters.