Real Estate

Understanding Trusts: Why “Ending” Doesn’t Always Mean Closing

2025-07-03T10:17:38-04:00

As a beneficiary of a trust, it’s important to understand that the date a trust "ends" may not necessarily be the same as the date it is officially closed. While a trust document may specify an "end date" or indicate that it terminates upon certain events, the actual process of closing out the trust can [...]

Understanding Trusts: Why “Ending” Doesn’t Always Mean Closing2025-07-03T10:17:38-04:00

Rod B. Neuman Named to 2025 Florida Super Lawyers List for Alternative Dispute Resolution

2025-07-14T12:22:44-04:00

We’re proud to share that Rod B. Neuman has once again been named to the 2025 Florida Super Lawyers list in the area of Alternative Dispute Resolution; we are thrilled to see his work receive continued recognition.

Rod B. Neuman Named to 2025 Florida Super Lawyers List for Alternative Dispute Resolution2025-07-14T12:22:44-04:00

Estate Planning if You Have a Business or an LLC

2025-07-03T10:21:35-04:00

Every business owner needs a plan—not just for growth, but for the unexpected. Estate planning is a crucial step in protecting the future of your company. It ensures a smooth leadership transition, safeguards both business and personal assets, minimizes tax liabilities, and provides clarity for your employees and loved ones. Without a solid estate plan, [...]

Estate Planning if You Have a Business or an LLC2025-07-03T10:21:35-04:00

Estate Plans, Elder Law, and Real Property: How They Intersect

2025-04-30T12:13:59-04:00

Elizabeth “Liz” Allen, JD, LLM, has been with Gibbons | Neuman firm and practicing law for 35 years and focuses on people concerned with losing financial security and quality of life due to the cost of long-term health problems and disabilities. Liz’s primary areas of practice are Elder Law and Estate Planning. Rod Neuman has been [...]

Estate Plans, Elder Law, and Real Property: How They Intersect2025-04-30T12:13:59-04:00

Don’t Waive Your Client’s Right to Attorney’s Fees

2025-04-30T12:17:47-04:00

The Standard FAR/BAR Contract requires that the parties attempt to resolve disputes through mediation before a lawsuit can be filed. In the recent case of Pesantes v. Kelley, 2025 WL 611399 (Fla 3DCA 2025), the Florida Third District Court of appeal denied the Seller’s right to attorney’s fees because of the failure of the parties [...]

Don’t Waive Your Client’s Right to Attorney’s Fees2025-04-30T12:17:47-04:00

The Mediator’s Proposal

2025-04-28T15:31:36-04:00

Are you stuck in negotiations at mediation?  Suggest that the mediator make a Mediator’s Proposal.  Based upon the negotiations to that point, the mediator is often in a unique position to propose a settlement that, as we say in mediation, makes everyone at least a little bit unhappy.  The mediator proposes a settlement.  Each side [...]

The Mediator’s Proposal2025-04-28T15:31:36-04:00

No Place Like Homestead

2025-03-25T15:31:03-04:00

One of the greatest benefits of living in Florida, aside from the beautiful weather, is the state’s strong homestead protections. These protections safeguard your primary residence from creditor claims and prevent creditors from placing a lien on the property. Homestead property also offers valuable tax benefits, such as an exemption from a portion of the [...]

No Place Like Homestead2025-03-25T15:31:03-04:00

Estate Planning for Blended Families: Protecting All Your Loved Ones

2025-03-18T12:59:35-04:00

  Family is at the heart of estate planning, and that includes blended families, second marriages, stepchildren, and mixed family situations. While these family dynamics bring joy, they can also create complexities when it comes to ensuring everyone is cared for after you're gone. For example, stepchildren do not have automatic inheritance rights unless they [...]

Estate Planning for Blended Families: Protecting All Your Loved Ones2025-03-18T12:59:35-04:00

“Cash Deal” in a Residential Real Estate Transaction

2021-11-09T09:51:11-05:00

What is a “cash deal” in a residential real estate transaction? Many people think the definition requires the Buyer to pay cash in order to close the transaction. Because of this popular misconception, Sellers are often reluctant to allow the Buyer’s appraiser to come into the home when the Buyer decides to obtain financing. The [...]

“Cash Deal” in a Residential Real Estate Transaction2021-11-09T09:51:11-05:00

Attorney Jonathan S. Gilbert Selected One of Tampa Bay’s Best Lawyers in Real Estate

2021-10-14T10:50:12-04:00

Gibbons | Neuman is proud to announce that Jonathan S. Gilbert has been selected as one of Tampa Bay’s Best Lawyers in real estate law by Best Lawyers magazine. Mr. Gilbert concentrates his practice in real estate-related matters and business law. His real estate practice includes purchases and sales, finance, and leases. His business representation includes [...]

Attorney Jonathan S. Gilbert Selected One of Tampa Bay’s Best Lawyers in Real Estate2021-10-14T10:50:12-04:00
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