Family Law

• Divorce
• Child Support
  Under the Federal Privacy Act, disclosure of Social Security numbers is voluntary unless a Federal statute specifically requires it or allows states to collect the number. In this instance, disclosure of social security numbers is mandatory pursuant to Title 42 United States Code, Sections 653 and 654; and sections 409.2577, 409.2598, and 559.79, Florida Statutes. Social Security numbers are used to allow efficient screening of applicants and licensees by a Title IV-D child support agency to assure compliance with child support obligations. Social Security numbers must also be recorded on all professional and occupational license applications and are used for licensee identification pursuant to the Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Reconciliation Act of 1996 (Welfare Reform Act), 104 Pub.L.193, Sec. 317. The State of Florida is authorized to collect the social security number of licensees pursuant to the Social Security Act, 42 U.S.C. 405(c)(2)(C)(I). This information is used to identify licensees for tax administration purposes, and the division will redact the information from any public records request.

Criminal Law

• DUI/DWI
  Drunk Driving - People driving under the influence of drugs and/or alcohol are not likely to have a great reaction time. They may also have a lower perceptive ability and may ignore traffic signs. People with impaired driving ability due to drugs and/or alcohol may also have impaired decision-making abilities which can be a recipe for disaster
• Wrongful Death
  If the accident resulted in a fatality, family members might be entitled to seek wrongful death benefits from the at-fault party.
• Traffic Violations
  Speeding and unsafe driving - Despite our strict motor vehicle laws in Florida, the majority of pedestrian accidents are caused by reckless driving.
• Sex Crimes
  To preserve your claim, you must file your cruise ship injury claim as soon as possible. Notify the local security officers immediately. Once you have given a statement, request a copy immediately. They will not give you a copy if you do not request one immediately. If you are injured, seek medical attention at the ship’s hospital. Sexual assault and rape cases must be reported to the FBI. The cruise line cannot do this for you. If necessary, seek medical attention after the ship docks.
• Fraud
  Our Miami banking litigation attorneys assist clients with banking and financial services law. We offer clients informed advocacy and sound business judgment. Major American and foreign banks, trust companies, insurance companies, and investment dealers have made use of our skills and experience to advance their interests. To learn how we can assist you or your company with any type of banking litigation, contact a Miami banking attorney at Charlip Law Group, LC. Our principal litigation attorney, has been representing banks since 1981. David H. Charlip has represented banking clients in matters such as mortgage foreclosures, lender liability lawsuits, and retail banking litigation. He has been heavily involved in retail banking litigation, assisting clients with issues involving bad checks, collections, safe deposit box law problems, money laundering, check fraud, and fraud involving other monetary instruments. He has used his knowledge and experience in a number of high profile banking cases, including those involving Great Western Financial Corporation (later Washington Mutual). Our law firm draws on his litigation experience in the banking and finance area to represent clients in all types of banking and finance litigation.
• Robbery
• Theft
• Assault
• Murder
  Whatever the circumstances of your or your family member’s injury from a violent criminal incident at an apartment complex or any other commercial establishment, our negligent security lawyers can help you explore your options for pursuing legal action. Reach out to us 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for a free evaluation of your negligent security case. You pay nothing unless we recover compensation on your behalf. Our lawyers are experienced in dealing with negligent security claims. We may be able to help you. Call (305) 354-9313 today.
• Money Laundering

Business and Corporate Law

• Corporate Law
  Furthermore, our Miami corporate law attorneys have experience in various equity investment structures. Whether it is a joint venture, partnership or a limited liability company, we can help guide you through the investment process and reach an ideal business solution that works for you.
• Mergers and Acquisitions
• Business Formation
• Business Disputes
  Contact our Florida & Miami Food Truck business law attorneys for information and assistance anytime, below are the preliminary steps to opening and running a Food Truck in Florida.
• Business Transactions
  At Charlip Law Group, LC, our Miami business transaction attorneys offer highly skilled services to businesses of all types and sizes. Our clients have included physicians, medical professional groups, real estate companies and investors, hotels, restaurants, nightclubs, manufacturers, start-up businesses, and web-based businesses. We provide these clients, and all our business clients, with targeted legal services designed to help them succeed. From acquiring a site for an office to developing licenses to intellectual property, our law firm guides businesses through the requirements, forms, and fees that are part of today’s business world. For a business transactions attorney who can help start your enterprise or who can help it grow and prosper, contact the Miami business transaction attorneys at Charlip Law Group, L.C. Our lawyers provide comprehensive business assistance to clients.
• Limited Liability Companies
  An indirect interest includes, but is not limited to, any person or entity that derives revenue from the license solely through a contractual relationship with the licensee, the substance of which is not related to the control of the sale of alcoholic beverages, or is specifically exempt by statute or rule. Note: Direct and indirect interests must be disclosed in the “DISCLOSURE OF INTERESTED PARTIES†section of the application. Registration of Legal Entity All corporations, domestic or foreign; general partnerships; limited liability companies; limited liability partnerships; and limited partnerships are required to be registered with the Florida Department of State, Division of Corporations. If you have not already registered, you will need to contact the Department of State at (850) 488-9000 or www.sunbiz.org for further information. Your application will be considered incomplete without this active registration.
• Construction Contracts
  Reviewing and drafting contracts of all kinds, including construction contracts, employee non-compete agreements, intellectual property transfer agreements, distributorships, dealer agreements, and purchase agreements for goods and services;
• Trade Secrets
• Intellectual Property
  Intellectual property litigation can be very complex. It can involve patent infringement, trademark infringement, trade secret misappropriation, copyright violation, license agreement violations, and unfair competition claims. Protected patents, trademarks, licenses, and copyrights enhance the value of our clients’ property and inventions, and we work vigorously to defend their rights to the worth of their creations. We have structured licensing programs for clients such as proprietary software developers. We have also represented our clients in litigation when those licenses have been infringed upon. We have negotiated non-compete agreements for employees of small technology firms. We investigate the allegations when clients are notified that they have infringed upon or violated another person’s rights to intellectual property. Our experience shows us that some claims of intellectual property violation are merely designed to generate funds, while others are legitimate and lawful protections of creative and inventive work. When the allegations are spurious, we vigorously defend our client’s rights and intellectual property through litigation. When there is merit to the case, we use our well-developed negotiation skills to arrive at a solution satisfactory to all parties.
• Unfair Competition
  With over 35 years of business litigation experience and as a board-certified civil trial attorney, David H. Charlip, B.C.S. and the lawyers and staff at Charlip Law Group, LC are extremely knowledgeable and experienced in litigating all aspects of unfair competition and trade secret litigation. Such cases are extremely challenging because often the stakes are high, the cases often involve injunction hearings with limited time to prepare and marshal the evidence and, depending upon the case, the subject matter may be highly technical.
• Antitrust

Employment Law

• Wrongful Termination
• Employment Discrimination
  At Charlip Law Group, LC our attorneys work nationally to protect the rights of employees seeking help with fair pay and employment discrimination. Our lawyers have brought class actions against major national corporations in wage and hours disputes. We also help businesses draft contracts with executive and professional employees, including covenants not to compete, trade secrets violations, and severance agreement matters. Contact a Hollywood, Florida employment lawyer with the experience and knowledge to help you successfully handle any employment disputes. Call Charlip Law Group, LC.
• Employment Contract
  Individuals and companies enter into contracts on a daily basis. Whether a business contract, construction contract, real estate contract, employment contract or any other type of contract, these documents are utilized to establish the terms of a legally enforceable business transaction. Entering into a contract helps ensure fairness and predictability in a business relationship in which goods or services are being exchanged.
• Employment Litigation
  The world however is not ideal, and no one can guarantee that each person will be fulfilled with his or her work. Nevertheless, every worker is entitled to receive fair and timely pay. Both state and federal laws protect the rights to fair compensation and timely paychecks. In addition, the law protects employees from workplace discrimination based on factors like age, race, gender, national origin, pregnancy, and religion. The laws in this area are complex and change yearly. It is often difficult for employee and employer alike to determine proper compliance and classification. Many times such issues are not resolved until they advanced in lawsuits and then, not even until they reach the appellate courts. Contact our experienced Miami employment litigation attorneys for more information.
• Non-compete Agreement
  Often the battle over restrictive covenants involves whether or not the plaintiff had a legitimate business interest justifying the restrictive covenant. Many companies have everyone of their employees sign non-compete agreements regardless of their positions, training, knowledge and business interests. Because free trade and employment is valued in our society, contracts in restraint of trade or employment are looked at by the courts narrowly and strictly construe same. In addition, courts may also consider whether the restrictions contained in the agreement are reasonable in time, area and line of business. If unreasonable, the court may refuse to enforce the agreement.
• Severance Agreement
• Sexual Harassment
  Typically, non-compete agreement issues are brought to legal counsel when an employee resigns or is terminated from his or her employment and then becomes employed by a competitor. Defenses to the enforcement of a non-compete agreement may include the failure of the Employer to uphold its financial obligations to the Employee as well as employment-related defenses of discrimination, sexual harassment or whistleblower retaliation.

Property Law

• Real Estate Litigation
  Charlip Law Group is a team of experienced foreclosure defense attorneys in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Our lawyers have extensive knowledge of real estate law, including mortgage loans and loan modifications. We understand the foreclosure process and can help you navigate through it. If you are facing foreclosure in Florida, our attorneys can provide you with the defense you need.
• Premises Liability
  Hospitality (including nightclubs, hotels restaurants, clubs and caterers) – Hotels, restaurants, nightclubs and resorts face unique legal situations, such as alcohol beverage control laws and premises liability questions ranging from food and drink spills to adequate security both inside and outside the premises. Employers in the hospitality industry must comply with complex and confusing wage and hour laws, including tip pools and tip credits, and dealing with both hourly and salaried employees across a wide variety of occupations. Charlip Law Group, LC can audit your business or guide you through a self-audit to determine compliance with wage and hour laws, ADA and other laws applicable to public accommodations.
• Construction Litigation
  Our Miami construction litigation attorneys at Charlip Law Group, LC, have experience advising clients regarding construction law issues, as well as, litigating and arbitrating complex construction disputes. This experience, coupled with our knowledge of the construction industry, allows us to provide clients with informed and vigorous representation.
• Real Estate Transactions
  At Charlip Law Group, LC, our Miami real estate attorneys represent residential and commercial clients in all types of real estate transactions. In addition, we offer investors looking for investment property in South Florida comprehensive support for their real estate investment transactions.
• Land Use and Zoning
• Property Damage
  Charlip Law Group, LC has 30 years of experience handling and litigating a wide variety of insurance related matters. Having litigated both for and against insurance companies, we bring both credibility and insight so necessary to the negotiation process. Whether your matter involves a first party property damage and hurricane insurance claim, an audit premium insurance dispute, an insurance subrogation claim, insurance coverage and policy disputes, defense against accident claims, disputes over exclusions and defense against bad faith claims. Contact our Miami insurance litigation attorneys for more information.

Immigration Law

• Business Immigration

Health Law

• Personal Injury
  At Charlip Law Group, LC our Miami negligent apartment security attorneys will provide you with passionate representation and compassionate counseling coupled with the knowledge and experience drawn from almost 40 years of personal injury trial practice. Our multilingual staff will deal with your issues promptly and always keep you timely informed about the progress of your case. Charlip Law Group, LC has the answers – you will learn about...
• Medical Malpractice
  Almost 100,000 deaths and countless other problems causing serious debilitating injuries occur every year in this country as a result of medical mistakes, however, less than 10% of these cases are pursued through our justice system. To ensure that negligent health care providers are held accountable for their actions, victims of medical malpractice must pursue their legal rights. It is up to all of us to act as watchdogs of the medical community in order to save other potential medical malpractice victims from the heartache you are experiencing.
• Auto Accidents
• Dog Bites
• Slip and Fall Injury
  Uneven floor transitions – A change in depth or type of flooring that is unexpected or unmarked can result in safety issues and lead to serious slip and fall injuries.

Trusts and Estates

• Estate Planning
  Putting aside normal estate administration, there are categories of legal issues that we get questions about from clients.
• Wills
  In will contests, the party opposing the admission of a will to probate has the burden to produce evidence that supports that position. See Hack v. Janes, 878 So.2d 440, 442 (Fla. 5th DCA 2004). Florida Statute §733.107 describes the procedure followed in will contest cases as follows...
• Trusts
  We are NOT probate lawyers. Probate lawyers administer estates and advise clients on the drafting of wills and trusts and estate plans. Probate proceedings are largely uncontested and based upon routine filings and form documents, largely specified by statute and rule.
• Probate

Finance Law

• Bankruptcy
  Considering Bankruptcy: Filing for bankruptcy can temporarily halt the foreclosure process through an automatic stay. Chapter 13 bankruptcy, in particular, may allow you to catch up on overdue payments and retain ownership of your home. However, it is crucial to fulfill the payment plan obligations to prevent the case from converting to Chapter 7 bankruptcy, which could result in the loss of your home.
• Foreclosure
• Debt Collection