Firm News & Articles
Warnings to Property Owners
Florida landowners owe two distinct duties to individuals that enter their property: a duty to ensure that the premises are reasonably kept safe or maintained, as well as a duty to warn others of any unsafe conditions that are not open and obvious. In short, if a hazard that is not immediately recognizable exists on the property, Florida landowners must warn guests about its existence. Failing to do so could subject the property owner to liability under Florida premises law. … Read More »
DSK Law Sponsors Apollo 11’s 50th Anniversary at Florida’s Space Coast
DSK Law was proud to sponsor the 50th year commemoration of the Apollo 11 historic moon landing. Partner Lindsay Greene attended the three day celebratory event that was hosted by the Astronaut Scholarship Foundation at Florida's Space Coast in Brevard County. Pictured below are the families of the astronauts during a panel discussion, including the children of Buzz Aldrin and Neil Armstrong! Read More »
DSK Law at the 2019 Young Lawyers and Law Clerks’ Reception
On July 11th, some of our Young Lawyer Section members, both associates and clerks, attended the 2019 Young Lawyers and Law Clerks' Reception at the Orange County Regional History Center. Fun fact: It was built in 1927 and served as the Orange County Courthouse! (Pictured from left to right: Brandon Sapp, Andrew Ballentine, Caitlin Emling, Nate Reiff, Connor Kelly, Ryan Wisneski) Read More »
Kent Showalter Presents at the 2019 Elevate by LegalShield Conference
Kent A. Showalter presented an hour long segment during the 2019 Elevate by LegalShield Conference in Denver, Colorado on June 22nd. Elevate by LegalShield is an annual conference focused on connecting and empowering lawyers with a passion for eliminating the justice gap. Kent presented on emotional intelligence, customer service and the importance of applying such techniques to improve client and partner relationships. Kent shared a quote by Maya Angelou that encompassed his presentation and that really moved the room; "I've… Read More »
David Simmons Recognized as One of Orlando’s 50 Most Powerful People
Congratulations to Founding Partner, David Simmons, on being ranked as one of Orlando’s 50 Most powerful people! Read More »
Hugo de Beaubien Honored with Award from Stetson University
At the Florida Bar Convention on June 27th, Founding Partner Hugo de Beaubien received the Stetson Lawyers Alumni Association’s Outstanding Alumni Representative Award. He has been an involved member of the Alumni Association for 40 years, stating, “I have felt that for the great education we all received at Stetson we should each give back, as we are able, and support the school. I am flattered to have been recognized.” DSK Law has several Partners that are alumni and proudly… Read More »
DSK Law Sponsors the First Tee of Tampa Bay
DSK Law sponsored the First Tee of Tampa Bay Spring Swing event to help raise money and support for the First Tee. Associates Cameron Frye, Aaron Baroff and Christopher Hill attended the event at Top Golf with over 300 people in attendance. The First Tee program uses the game of golf to provide the youth with the chance to develop life-enhancing values like confidence, perseverance and judgement. The First Tee teaches a series of life skills (such as goal setting,… Read More »
What Can I Expect at Mediation?
What Can I Expect at Mediation? By Lindsay A. Moczynski, Esq. Mediation is a confidential process typically utilized after a lawsuit is filed, and in limited circumstances, before a lawsuit is filed. Parties may be ordered to go to mediation by the judge in their case, or they may decide to go voluntarily. The mediator is usually selected by the parties but, if they are unable to come to an agreement, a judge will choose a mediator for the parties.… Read More »
DSK Law Sponsors YMCA Soccer Team
DSK Law recently sponsored a YMCA Soccer Team comprised of adorable toddlers ages 3-4. Jason Breslin, Partner in the Orlando office, coaches the soccer team and is pictured here teaching the little ones to huddle before their season opener. Read More »
DSK Law Visits Washington Shores Elementary
Associate attorneys, Brandon Sapp and Connor Kelly, helped raise money for the second annual Washington Shores Elementary Book Fair, presented by the Young Lawyers Section of the Orange County Bar Association. The event was a huge success. The students had a great time interacting with the attorneys, who volunteered as guest readers, and the money raised allowed each student to go home with four new books! Read More »