Just Jurist Law Firm, PLLC

THE VIRTUAL LIBRARY

In this Free Library, the tireless reader who rummages through reams of court cases and statutes will uncover the precedent they seek, hidden in piles of legal decrees:

                  D O W N  S T A I R S 

Case Research

– Google Scholar Case Law Search

– CourtListener

– Free Law Project

– Justia

– Cornell Legal Institute

– Ravellaw

Statutes

• Federal

– The US Constitution

– Library of Congress

– Congress.gov

– Federal Court System

– Federal Rules of Civil Procedure

• Florida

– The Constitution of Florida

– Florida State Legislature

– Florida Court System

– Florida Rules of Civil Procedure

Subscription-based

– LexisNexis

– Westlaw

– Bloomberg Law

CURRENT EVENTS

The latest news has caused widespread concern among the legal community, with many experts in the field pondering and penning: 

                  G R O U N D   F L O O R

– 11-2-2024: Florida's Condominium Code Changes Captured . . . 

– 10-12-2024: Condo President Charged with Criminal Conduct . . .

– 09-14-2024: New Florida law Fights Title Fraud with Alerts . . .

– 09-01-2024: Aussie Attorneys Assert After-hour Leisure ...

– 07-27-2024: Condominiums Failing 40-Year Recertification ?

– 07-01-2024: 150 New Florida Laws Take Effect July 1, 2024 !

– 06-29-2024: Florida's New Condo 3.0 Laws Commence July 1, 2024 ...

– 03-30-2024: Sunshine State Sidelines Squatters . . .

– 10-03-2023: Florida's new "Homeowners' Association Bill of Rights" takes effect . . .

– 07-15-2023: Forgotten Will of Aretha Franklin Stashed in Furniture is Enforceable . . .

– 06-09-2023: JUAN FERNANDEZ-BARQUIN Assumes Role as Miami-Dade Clerk of the Court . . . 

– 04-08-2023: 'Tort Reform' Triggers Tsunami: 1,300 Cases Per Judge . . .  

– 03-30-2023: $ 1,000/ HR for Attorney Services - Inflationary "Justice". . .

– 01-23-2023: Florida Heat Flickers to Fahrenheit 451 . . .

– 01-06-2023: HARVEY RUVIN Passes Away at 85 . . .

– 12-06-2022: Disbarred Attorney Celebrated for Helping Others . . . 

THE VIRTUAL LIBRARY

In this Free Library, the shelves strain with the load of the law, packed tight with ancient codes and legal materials galore.  Legal news and multi-media pour in, filling up every nook and floor:

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Multi-media

– CourtTV

– Courtroom View Network

– Law & Crime Network

– C-SPAN

– Oyez

Legal Material

– Internet Legal Research Group

– National Law Review

– Ancient World Digital Library

– Ancient History Encyclopedia 

– Perseus Digital Library

– National Archives

– JSTOR

– The Internet Archive

Legal News

– Law.com

– Law360

– JD Supra

– Legal Times

Legal Associations

– American Bar Association 

– The Florida Bar

– Federalist Society

Just CONDOMINIUM & HOMEOWNER'S ASSOCIATION LAW

The Condominium Association's counsel carefully crafted the community's covenants, conditions, and restrictions.  Contact us for:

• Legal counsel on all aspects of Association (day-to-day) operations
• Assistance with interpreting and enforcing Association governing documents and preparing amendments
• Advise on governance issues, including elections, meetings, and voting procedures
• Guidance on contract-related matters, including insurance and vendor contracts
• Representation in disputes with members or third parties, including mediation and arbitration
• Lien and foreclosure processes for unpaid assessments

Just REAL ESTATE LAW

Do your due diligence and take your time, so as to be sure that you read the fine print before you sign on the dotted line.  We provide:

• Legal counsel on all aspects of real estate law 
• Closings of Residential, Commercial, and Agricultural real estate transactions
• Seller/buyer representation from contract to closing, including negotiation of relevant documents
• Promissory notes and mortgage related documents
• Issuance of title insurance through Old Republic National Title Insurance Company, First American Title Insurance Company, or Stewart Title Guaranty Company
• Recording transfer/title/loan documentation and serving as closing/title agent
• Resolution of real estate-related issues, including escrow disputes, title disputes, boundary disputes, zoning issues, and environmental concerns

Just LANDLORD & TENANT LAW

The landlord-tenant rapport can be a love-hate affair.  The pair relish an advantageous tenancy during the stay, but chaos can occur if issues arise or they part ways.  Contact us for:

• Drafting and reviewing residential and commercial lease agreements
• Representing landlords and tenants in lease negotiations and disputes
• Advising landlords on their rights and responsibilities under state and federal law, including fair housing laws, security deposit laws, and eviction procedures
• Handling eviction proceedings, including drafting and filing eviction complaints, representing parties in court, and enforcing judgments
• Advising tenants on their rights and responsibilities under the lease agreement and state and federal law, including repair and maintenance issues and eviction defenses
• Mediating and arbitrating landlord-tenant disputes

Just CORPORATE LAW

The Corporations' legal department is a critical part of the company, accountable for complying with the code and protecting its profits down the road.  We provide:

• Formation and organization of corporate entities in the US and offshore
• Corporate governance, including board and shareholder meetings, director and officer duties
• Commercial litigation representation, including contract disputes, business torts
• Employee agreements, policies, and handbooks, and employment law issues such as minimum wage, overtime, discrimination, harassment, and termination disputes
• Estate and succession planning for business owners
• Business sale transactions, including contract drafting and negotiations, escrow services, and preparation of closing documents

Just FAMILY LAW

Family issues can be an emotional and stressful ordeal, with the capacity to divide families and leave a trail of feelings to heal.  We provide:

• Legal counsel on all aspects of family law
• Prenuptial and postnuptial agreements
• Marriage dissolution, legal separation and nullity actions, including mediation and litigation
• Division of assets and debts in divorce, including complex property division involving businesses, investments, and retirement accounts
• Spousal support and alimony issues
• Child custody and child support issues, including establishing and modifying parenting plans and child support orders
• Paternity actions and establishment of parental rights and responsibilities

Just INHERITANCE LAW

Before sickness strikes, or a loved one departs, discover how we can aid to ensure your testamentary wishes are obeyed – don't delay !  Contact us for:

• Preparation of estate planning documents, such as wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and health care directives
• Probate administration, including determining the validity of a will, identifying and inventorying the decedent's assets, paying debts and taxes, and distributing the remaining assets to the beneficiaries
• Will contests and other challenges to the probate process
• Advising on and resolving disputes among beneficiaries, heirs, or fiduciaries
• Guardianship and conservatorship proceedings for incapacitated individuals
• Trust administration, including managing and distributing assets held in trust
• Advising on and implementing estate planning strategies