MINOR SETTLEMENTS:

When Kids are Involved in Litigation

- Associate Attorney Robert N. Belle, Jr.

In the State of Florida, many attorneys handle civil matters that involve minor children and their parent/guardian. Often attorneys who settle claims pre-suit do not want to get court approval of settlements involving a minor either for reasons of cost or expediency. In exploring the mechanics of a minor settlement, the following questions should be considered...

Meet Partner
Daniel F. Mantzaris

Dan Mantzaris concentrates his practice in the areas of local government, land use and zoning, and general business. Since his admission to The Florida Bar in 1986, Dan has represented clients in matters related to real estate development, corporations, contracts, property rights and eminent domain, civil and commercial litigation, personal injury and casualty defense, personal injury claims, employment discrimination defense and international adoptions. 

DSK Law is committed to leading by example.  In furtherance of that goal, Partner Deborah I. Mitchell donates time every month to ensure that some of society’s most vulnerable citizens, the homeless, have access to legal services.  Deborah is part of the Legal Aid Society of the Orange County Bar Association’s Homeless Advocacy Project.  Deborah visits a homeless shelter once a month to educate the homeless about available resources and to take applications for cost free legal services offered through the Legal Aid Society.  Deborah considers it an honor to be part of such a critically important program and she encourages other attorneys to do their part to ensure equal access to justice for all.