ST. PETERSBURG, FL – BREVARD COUNTY, FLORIDA – Bonnie Klein Rhoden, Esquire was recently recognized in the 2020 edition of Florida Trend’s Florida Legal Elite™. The list of 1,071 honorees represents just over 1% of the active Florida Bar members, including attorneys in private practice as well as top government and non-profit attorneys who practice […]
Hire a Local Attorney
Using a lawyer who is known in the area where your case is located is important. Mario, Gunde, Peters, Rhoden & Kelley has deep roots in Brevard County, Florida. The firm has been in business in Brevard County since 1976. Over the forty-four plus years the firm has been operating in Brevard County we have […]
Oral Argument on Appeal
What is an oral argument? How do I prepare for appeals arguments? Written by Attorney Nikie Popovich, Appellate Attorney If your case is appealed, the Appellate Court could grant your attorney an opportunity to appear before the Appellate Court and argue your case orally. The Appellate Court would consider allowing oral argument in your case […]
Risk Protection Order in Brevard County
Did the cops take your guns or ammo? How can you get your guns back? If you have been served with a Risk Protection Order and law enforcement is trying to take your firearms and ammunition away you need to call me, Attorney Michael Kelley, right away. I am a gun owner and a member […]
In Brevard County Do Not Shoot Your Friends
WESH TV, a local station in Central Florida, reported on two men, friends, who were arrested for shooting each other – one in the back and one in the chest. Both men wore a bullet proof vest. Actually, they shared the vest, each taking turns wearing the vest while the other shot at him. Do […]
Another Little “Thank You”
Family Law Attorney Bonnie Rhoden received another Thank You notefrom someone who was not yet a client. “Initial consultations are always a courtesy at our firm”, says Ms. Rhoden, “but I try to give a bit more when someone has several questions.” She continues explaining that guardianship, family, estate & incapacity planning cases can begin […]
A lovely thank you…
It is rewarding work helping family clients. Its especially nice to get a win and a heartfelt hug with such a nice note. ~Bonnie Rhoden, Esq.
Prenuptial Agreement Attorney
Do you need a lawyer to draft your prenuptial? Written by firm partner Kenneth E. Rhoden, Esquire You do not need an attorney to prepare a prenuptial agreement. Also, you do not need a parachute to jump out of an airplane, but having an attorney, and a parachute, is a very good idea. Both can […]
It’s time Brevard schools pay less attention to sports and more to academics | Opinion
Below are excerpts from an opinion piece written by partner Ken Rhoden, for Florida Today: “Brevard County has a new school superintendent and the election will bring two new school board members. However, there is still little discussion about how to improve the quality of education. Brevard’s schools are above average when compared with other […]
Determination of Paraphernalia
Under Florida Statute 893.147, it is a crime to possess drug paraphernalia. Sometimes it can be difficult for authorities to determine if a particular object is drug paraphernalia or an object being used for a legitimate purpose. Florida Statute 893.146 lists thirteen different factors for law enforcement, a State Attorney, a Judge, or a Jury […]
