Gibbons Neuman

05/25/2026

On Memorial Day, we pause to honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving in the United States Armed Forces. Their courage, commitment, and selflessness protect the freedoms we enjoy every day. As we gather with family and friends, it is important to remember the true....

05/12/2026

Life can change in an instant, and if you were suddenly unable to manage your finances or make important decisions, who would step in? That is where a Durable Power of Attorney (DPOA) comes in. This legal document allows someone you trust to act on your behalf if you become incapacitated, and it sta...

05/05/2026

Mediation is a process of give and take. If your goal is to reach a mutually beneficial settlement, be prepared to bend. A “heads I win, tails you lose” approach is counterproductive. Starting with a reasonable position—rather than one that sets a negative tone from the outset—helps avoid an...

04/23/2026

Medicaid planning is an important step for anyone concerned about the high cost of long-term care. Without a plan, families often spend down their savings unnecessarily in order to qualify for benefits. Medicaid compliant strategies to protect assets and starting early can make a big difference. Tim...

03/24/2026

Often, parties come to mediation with a great deal of trepidation. Litigation (or even pre-suit activities) wear on clients who are not regular litigants. The majority of cases settle at mediation. And who gets all the thanks? The Mediator. However, it is the attorneys who have positioned the case p...

03/03/2026

Estate planning is not just for retirees or people with significant wealth. It is just as important for young families. An estate plan keeps you in control by clearly outlining your wishes for your assets, finances, and healthcare. Without one, the courts may end up making these decisions for you. I...

02/17/2026

Life is full of changes, and your estate plan should keep up with them. An estate plan is not something you create once and forget about. It needs to reflect your current circumstances and goals. If it has been a while since you reviewed yours, now might be the perfect time to take another

02/02/2026

The HCBA Young Lawyers Division recently featured attorney Sierra G. Daigle, highlighting her installation as Vice President of Better Living for Seniors Hillsborough and her practice areas of estate planning, asset protection, long‑term care planning, probate, and special needs planning. With a b...

01/29/2026

For over ten years, Gibbons | Neuman has been a proud sponsor and supporter of Buddy Baseball: a non‑competitive recreational league serving boys and girls ages 8 to 21 with special needs throughout the Tampa Bay community. Buddy Baseball pairs each player with a “buddy” who assists as needed ...

01/22/2026

Rod B. Neuman Inducted into the National Academy of Distinguished Neutrals

Gibbons | Neuman is pleased to announce that Rod B. Neuman has been inducted into the National Academy of Distinguished Neutrals (NADN). Rod is President and chair of the firm's Mediation and Litigation groups. He focuses his practice on commercial and real property litigation. Rod B. Neuman is also...