The Firm

NELSON HESSE, LLP has offered legal services in Sarasota, Manatee and Charlotte counties, and throughout the state of Florida since 1959.

In the litigation arena, we provide our clients with representation in a broad range of matters in all of the state and federal courts in Florida, as well as before local, state and federal administrative agencies.  Our trial lawyers represent clients in arbitration proceedings, as well as in other alternative dispute resolution processes such as mediation.

Our litigation practice includes contract disputes; admiralty and maritime claims; employment discrimination, harassment and retaliation; whistle blower actions; construction claims; consumer and business fraud; real estate disputes; condominium and homeowners association matters; warranty claims; product liability; personal injury and death cases; and other controversies that businesses and individuals face. Outside the courtroom, we offer services to businesses and individuals over a wide range of matters. For our business clients, we provide legal services such as: purchase, formation, organization and operation of business entities; commercial sales transaction guidance and documentation; employment law compliance; human resources management; risk management and asset protection; protection of intellectual property through copyrights, trademarks, non-competition and confidentiality agreements; interaction with governmental agencies in relation to licensing, permits, zoning and environmental issues; tax planning; pension and retirement plans; business succession planning; and sales of business enterprises. As to clients seeking legal services on non-litigation matters of personal interest, our lawyers offer services in the areas of: purchase and sale of real estate; real estate title services; land use and zoning matters; identity theft and credit protection issues; tax planning; retirement and estate planning; preparation of wills and trusts; probate and trust administration;

The attorneys and staff of NELSON HESSE, LLP are fully committed to providing our clients with high-quality legal representation and counseling in a timely and cost-effective manner. We understand financial realities and work with our clients to achieve their goals on time and within budget.  Our clients include: