I should be fair and forthcoming right from the start. I am an attorney who has practiced family law for over a decade and I have a master’s degree in Estate Planning. I write this article totally biased. But pause- biased- but knowledgeable because between those two practices I have seen entirely too many family […]
read morePractical Steps to Protect Your Legacy from Hurricanes and Unexpected Events By: Ryan G. Welker, Attorney, Woodward, Pires & Lombardo, P.A. Introduction: Preparing for Life’s Storms Living in Southwest Florida, we know that storm season is more than just a range of dates on the calendar—it’s a reality that shapes our routines and our sense […]
read more(Photo: Woodward, Pires & Lombardo, P.A. Associate Attorney Ryan G. Welker) Naples & Marco Island, FL (July 30, 2025): Woodward, Pires & Lombardo, P.A. (WPL), a leading law firm serving Southwest Florida, is pleased to announce that Attorney Ryan G. Welker has joined the firm as an associate attorney. Mr. Welker will primarily serve clients […]
read moreAs Florida braces for hurricane season, Senate Bill 948 (“SB 948”) provides significant changes to flood disclosure requirements that affect developers, renters, and property owners across the state. SB 948 was signed into law by Governor DeSantis on June 20, 2025, and goes into effect on October 1, 2025. See Chapter 2025-166, Laws of Florida. […]
read moreReal estate is often one of the most valuable and emotionally significant assets in a divorce. Whether it’s the family home, rental properties, or vacation homes, deciding what happens to real estate can be a complex and contentious process. Florida follows equitable distribution, meaning property is divided fairly—not necessarily equally—based on several factors, and no […]
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