Stuart, FL

Willie Gary

Attorney Willie E. Gary earned the reputation as “The Giant Killer” by taking down some of America’s most well-known corporate giants on behalf of his clients. He has won some of the largest jury awards and settlements in U.S. history, including cases valued in excess of $30 billion. Gary’s amazing success has earned him national recognition as one of this country’s leading trial attorneys.

Philip DeBerard, IV

Born and raised in Stuart, Florida, Philip DeBerard IV watched his father build the foundation of the firm that now serves the Treasure Coast and South Florida. Today, he brings his own strong credentials, results, and commitment to clients who have suffered serious injuries and need an advocate with experience, passion, and a proven track record. He is a dedicated advocate for injured people and their loved ones, focusing exclusively on representing individuals harmed through no fault of their own. He supports numerous nonprofit organizations. As a seasoned litigator, Philip DeBerard is top-rated and experienced and is admitted to practice before all Florida state courts and accredited for U.S. Veterans Affairs representation. He is also a licensed Independent Insurance Adjuster. Before personal injury law, he served as an Assistant Public Defender in Martin and St. Lucie Counties. He enjoys spending time with his wife and young kids, fishing and boating, and is a proud member of Gator Nation.

Howard S. Grossman

Howard S. Grossman is a seasoned attorney with a distinguished career spanning 38 years, marked by his unwavering commitment to excellence and advocacy. A graduate of the University of Miami, School of Law in May 1984, Mr. Grossman has established himself as a leader in the legal community. Admitted to the Florida Bar in December 1984, Mr. Grossman’s extensive experience is underscored by his membership in various United States District Courts and Court of Appeals, including the Southern District of Florida, Middle District of Florida, Southern District of Texas, Colorado, Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals, and First Circuit Court of Appeals. Throughout his career, Mr. Grossman has been recognized for his expertise in personal injury law. He was Board Certified by the Florida Bar Board of Legal Specialization in Worker’s Compensation from 1992 to 2007, and he held an Emeritus Specialist designation in Workers’ Compensation Law from 2007 to 2015. Notably, he is rated “AV Preeminent” by Martindale-Hubbell and has been consistently nominated as a Florida “Super Lawyer” in plaintiff’s personal injury from 2006 to 2010, 2013 to 2016, and 2020 to 2023. Mr. Grossman’s commitment to professional development and education is evident in his extensive lecturing engagements and panel appearances. He has shared his insights on various legal topics at prestigious events such as the Workers’ Injury Law & Advocacy Group (WILG) seminars and the Florida Workers’ Compensation Institute Longshore sessions. Notable presentations include “Moving from Darkness into Light” at WILG 2022 and “Evolving Fundamentals of Voir Dire” at the Florida Justice Association (FJA) Workhorse© Seminar in February 2023. Additionally, Mr. Grossman’s contributions to legal scholarship include articles published in esteemed journals and co-authored chapters in authoritative texts. His expertise extends beyond workers’ compensation law to encompass diverse practice areas such as personal injury, medical malpractice, admiralty, and maritime law. Mr. Grossman’s reputation for excellence is further exemplified by his extensive trial experience, including cases against Fortune 500 companies and top medical malpractice defense attorneys. His track record of success includes securing substantial verdicts and settlements for his clients in complex litigation matters. Mr. Grossman’s extensive knowledge of medicine equips him to go toe-to-toe with the most knowledgeable experts around, enhancing his ability to effectively represent his clients’ interests. With a preeminent national reputation in Defense Base Act and Longshore and Harbor Workers Act claimant representation, Mr. Grossman continues to uphold the highest standards of legal advocacy. He is renowned for his tenacious pursuit of justice and unwavering dedication to his clients’ well-being. In short, Howard S. Grossman is a formidable advocate with a long record of experience and accomplishment at the highest levels of litigation.

Robert E. Gordon

Robert Gordon is a personal injury attorney and a founding member of Gordon & Partners. He graduated from the University of Florida School of Law and was admitted to the Florida Bar in 1978. Practicing in Palm Beach Gardens, he focuses on personal injury and wrongful death cases. Mr. Gordon is Board Certified in Civil Trial Law by the Florida Bar Board of Certification and in Civil Trial Advocacy by the National Board of Trial Advocates. He holds an AV rating from Martindale-Hubbell. He is a past president of the Palm Beach County Trial Lawyers Association and a former Board member of the Academy of Florida Trial Lawyers. He is also a Board Certified Civil Trial Lawyer and Civil Trial Advocacy Specialist by the National Board of Trial Advocacy.

Steven G. Calamusa

Steven G. Calamusa became a partner at Gordon & Partners in 2004, bringing 28 years of experience. He specializes in civil complex litigation in Federal and State Courts, including Consumer Class Action, Multi-District Litigation (MDL), Wrongful Death, and Product Liability claims. Mr. Calamusa has been appointed as co-lead class counsel in national class action cases and to plaintiff’s steering committees. He has been recognized as one of the Top 100 attorneys in Florida and a “Super Lawyer” multiple times. He holds the highest “AV Preeminent” rating from Martindale-Hubbell since 2004. Mr. Calamusa is a dedicated client advocate and supports children’s charities.

Gloria Seidule is a personal injury lawyer with over 30 years of experience on Florida’s Treasure Coast. She is the principal attorney at The Law Office of Gloria Seidule, specializing in personal injury, medical malpractice, and wrongful death cases. She has received numerous accolades including the Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent Rating, Super Lawyers recognition (2019-2023), the Florida Justice Association Hall of Fame Eagle Award (2022), and has been recognized for Top-50 Jury Verdicts in Medical Malpractice (2022).

Lance Richard

Lance P. Richard, Esquire was born in Manchester, Connecticut in 1963. After completing a Master’s in Business Administration and a Juris Doctor degree, with Honors at the University of Miami, Lance worked in the litigation department of a large Miami law firm. After starting his own firm, he dedicated his practice to trial work and the pursuit of justice for his clients throughout the state of Florida. Lance has received the prestigious “AV Preeminent” rating and the “Platinum Client Champion Award” from Martindale Hubbell. He has over 29 years of esteemed legal experience, skillfully leveraging his expertise to safeguard and advocate for his client's best interests, and has achieved numerous victories in and out of the courtroom for his clients in criminal defense and personal injury matters.