Florida Lawyers

Meet our South Florida Attorneys

Brian F. LaBovick, Esq. is Managing Shareholder of the Firm and is admitted to the Florida Bar. He earned a Bachelors of Arts in Philosophy at Miami University in Oxford, Ohio. He obtained a Juris Doctor at the University of Miami School of Law in Miami, Florida. He began his legal career in the prestigious Honors Graduate Program at the United States Department of Justice as a prosecutor in 1990. He has extensive trial and litigation experience. Mr. LaBovick maintains an AV rating with Martindale-Hubbell and is listed in the Register of Pre-eminent Lawyers. He is past President of the NPBC Bar Association, past Director of Palm Beach County Justice Association; an Eagle Member of the Florida Justice Association, a member of the American Association for Justice; a Task Force Member of Florida Justice Association PAC; a CLE Committee Member for the Florida Justice Association, a Member of the Academy of Trial Advocates and the National Belli Society. He actively gives back to the Community and is involved in the American Cancer Society, Board Member of the Benjamin School, the Quantum House, the Papanicolaou Corps for Cancer Research, the Jupiter Tequesta Athletic Association, the Jewish Federation and Board Member of Temple Beth Am. Mr. LaBovick concentrates his practice on Personal Injury, Product Liability, Premises Liability, Toxic Torts, and Whistleblower/Qui-tam claims.

Esther Uria LaBovick, Esq. is the firm's Financial Affairs Officer and the Director of Community Relations. Attorney LaBovick is admitted to the Florida Bar and the Federal Bar. She earned a Bachelors of Arts from Duke University in Durham, North Carolina. She earned a Juris Doctor from University of Miami School of Law. She served as Assistant State Attorney for the Dade County State Attorneys Office, under Janet Reno. She was trained as a part of a special DUI prosecution unit in Dade County. Mrs. LaBovick has extensive trial experience in prosecuting complex litigation cases. Her practice areas include product liability, personal injury, toxic torts, and consumer claims. She is a member of the Palm Beach Trial Lawyers Association, the American Bar Association, and the Florida Justice Association and the American Association of Justice. Mrs. LaBovick is active in the community and champions the causes of several organizations, such as the Quantum House, The South Florida Science Museum, The Benjamin School, and EL SOL. She is past President of The Junior League of the Palm Beaches and serves on several Boards, including FAWL (Florida Association for Women Lawyers), The Literacy Coalition of Palm Beach County, The South Florida Science Museum, and PACE Center for Girls.

Mark R. Hanson, Esq. is Director of Litigation and is responsible for supervision of the firm's legal work. He is admitted to the Florida Bar and the Colorado Bar. He earned a Bachelor's Degree from University of San Diego. He earned his law degree from Tulane University Law School. For over 20 years, Mr. Hanson has dedicated his legal career to fighting for the rights of Florida personal injury lawyer victims and commercial litigation. Over the years, he has received many distinctions and honors. He is AV Rated, by Martindale Hubbell. He is a member of the prestigious Million Dollar Advocates Forum. He was named to Florida Trend Magazine's Florida Legal Elite and is one of seven attorneys statewide recognized in the Aviation, Admiralty & Maritime category. In addition, he was named a Florida Super Lawyer, by Super Lawyers Magazine; only 5% of all lawyers in Florida are named Florida Super Lawyers. Mr. Hanson concentrates his practice in the areas of Maritime/Admiralty Law, Personal Injury, Products Liability, Toxic Torts and Commercial Litigation.

Tara L. Kopp, Esq. heads our Insurance Litigation Division handling Personal Injury Protection claims against insurance carriers by medical providers. She is admitted to the Florida Bar. She earned a Bachelor's Degree from Palm Beach Atlantic University, West Palm Beach, Florida. She earned her law degree from Nova Southeastern University Shepard Broad Law Center in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Ms. Kopp received a Silver Pro Bono Honors Recognition while obtaining her Juris Doctorate at Shepard Broad Law Center. She had the distinct honor of interning for Judge Peter Evans in West Palm Beach. Ms. Kopp is a member of the American Bar Association and a member of the Palm Beach County Bar Association. Ms. Kopp takes prides in being a successful and aggressive attorney, and giving back to her community through service. She concentrates her practice in the area of Florida PIP Suit Litigation.

Joseph R. Fields, Esq. is the Director of the Family Law and ADA Litigation Division, handling family issues involving divorce, child custody, time sharing issues, and child support. His practice also includes ADA Law Defense Litigation, representing business owners in ADA violation cases and the disabled in ADA discrimination suits. Attorney Fields is admitted to the Florida Bar, U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida, 11th Circuit Court of Appeals, and the U.S, Supreme Court. Mr. Fields is an ardent supporter of the disabled and fighting for the rights of children. He is the Co-Author, City of West Palm Beach Equal Opportunity Ordinance and sits on the Board for Coalition for Independent Living Options, Inc. Due to his extensive knowledge and experience in handling ADA issues, Mr. Fields was the only lawyer from Florida called upon by Congress to give advice on the subject of amending the Americans With Disabilities Act. He gives lectures and presentations to the business community on ADA guidelines and regulations. He also lectures community groups on family law issues and personal injury related topics.

Rafael M. Diaz, Esq is a talented Florida personal injury attorney. He handles serious complex personal injury matters on behalf of injured victims. He is admitted to the Florida Bar, United States Middle District and the United States Northern District. He earned a Bachelor's Degree from Palm Beach Atlantic University and his law degree from Barry University School of Law in Orlando, Florida. Mr. Diaz has handled hundreds of civil and criminal matters as a former prosecutor with the State Attorney's Office for the Ninth Judicial Circuit of Florida. He was named a Rising Star by Super Lawyers Magazine, due to his outstanding legal efforts. In addition, maintains an AV Rating from Martindale Hubbell for his outstanding ethics and integrity. Mr. Diaz is passionate and committed to making a difference in the life of others. In his spare time, he volunteers with various non-profit organizations that support the Hispanic Community.

Warren Q. Peebles, Esq. is a criminal defense and Social Security Disability (SSD) attorney known for developing solutions for complex legal situations. He is a member of the Florida Bar Association and a graduate of Stetson University College of Law. He has experience with social security disability from the application process through benefits. He has knowledge in all aspects of criminal defense work including driving under the influence (DUI), drug possession, assault, battery and felony cases.

Joseph T. Zebrowski, J.D. is a graduate of Nova Southeastern University School of Law. He concentrates on estate planning, copyright/trademark, athlete management, entertainment, personal injury and commercial litigation, among other fields of law. He acts as a firm liaison by networking and developing business in these concentrations.