Williams Parker Attorneys at Law

10/19/2026

Thank you to the Sarasota community for recognizing Williams Parker in Sarasota Magazine's Best of Sarasota awards, including being named Best Overall Law Firm.

We are proud of the work we do, grateful for the trust our clients place in us, and thankful to be part of such a remarkable community.

10/02/2026

Congratulations to Mason J. McCormick, who was sworn in this week as a member of The Florida Bar! The oath was administered by Williams Parker Attorney Dan Bailey.

Mason joins the firm's real estate practice, where he will be serving clients throughout Sarasota and beyond. We are proud to have him on the team and look forward to his contributions ahead.

09/28/2026

Attorneys Bonnie L. Polk, Christopher M. Nigro, Alexis C. Oles, Emily J. Lethbridge, and Mason J. McCormick attended the Sarasota County Bar Association's 2026 Installation Dinner last week.

The evening marked special recognition for two members of our team. Chris was introduced as a Director on the Sarasota County Bar Association Board, and Emily was recognized for her service as Docket Editorial Assistant.

We congratulate Chris and Emily on these accomplishments and appreciate their continued dedication to the legal profession and the Sarasota community.

08/25/2026

We were delighted to welcome Golden Retriever Rescue of Southwest Florida to the firm, along with visitors Simba and Colby!

This visit was in recognition of The Burruss Foundation as a Best of Show Sponsor, supporting the organization's mission to provide care and find loving homes for rescued golden retrievers.

We are pleased to recognize The Burruss Foundation's support of this important work to our community.

08/20/2026

Attorney Emily J. Lethbridge explores the potential unintended consequences of adding an adult child as a joint owner on a bank account in the latest Industry Insights article in the Business Observer.

From creditor exposure and tax considerations to estate planning implications, Emily highlights important factors to consider and alternatives that may better align with financial and estate planning goals.

Read the full article below.

As people age, many look to simplify financial affairs. One common approach for parents is to add an adult child as a joint owner on a bank account. However, joint ownership, particularly outside the context of married couples, can create significant unintended consequences.

Read more about the convenience at a cost from Williams Parker Attorneys at Law:
businessobserverfl.com/news/2026/aug/14/joint-ownership-convenience-at-a-cost

08/03/2026

Congratulations to Nicole F. Cromie on earning Board Certification in Real Estate Law by The Florida Bar!

Board certification is the Bar's highest recognition of an attorney's skill, ethics, and experience. Only a small percentage of Florida attorneys achieve this distinction. It reflects Nicole's deep expertise navigating the complexities of Florida real estate law.

Nicole's practice covers a broad range of transactions, representing individuals, developers, lenders, and investors through purchases, sales, and the development of subdivisions, condominiums, and mixed-use projects.

We are proud that more than 40% of Williams Parker attorneys are Board Certified — a reflection of our century-long commitment to excellence.

Congratulations, Nicole, on this well-earned and deserved achievement!

07/30/2026

We are proud to see attorney Sarah Ferlazzo sharing her knowledge with the local real estate community. Thank you for the opportunity to discuss Risk of Loss and Force Majeure provisions and their impact on Florida real estate transactions. We appreciate the chance to support continuing education for industry professionals.

07/10/2026

On June 25, 2026, in Mullin v. Doe, the U.S. Supreme Court reversed the preliminary injunctions that blocked the Department of Homeland Security (“DHS”) from implementing its decisions to terminate Temporary Protected Status (“TPS”) designations for Haiti and Syria. This decision cleared the way for the DHS to proceed with termination of TPS designations for Haiti and Syria.

Read the full article from Marisa Agganis here: https://www.williamsparker.com/insights/us-supreme-court-reversed-tps-termination-injunctions-for-haiti-and-syria-extension-of-employment-authorization-documents/

Thanks to Piper Wilson, Williams Parker Summer Associate, for her research and drafting support on this article.

07/09/2026

Our Summer Legal Support Specialists–Madelyn Crouch, Charlie Hugill, Michelle McLeod, Malakai Stears, and Allessia Ukmar–powered up their potential at SPARK: Intern & Young Professional Summit.

Hosted at the New College of Florida Harry Sudakoff Conference Center, SPARK brought together emerging professionals from across the region for a half‑day of skill‑building, connection, and career development.

We’re proud to support opportunities that help our young professionals grow and continue building the foundation for a successful career.

07/08/2026

Big changes for Florida nonprofits.

As of July 1, 2026, HB 797 modernizes Chapter 617 – now the "Florida Nonprofit Corporation Act" – marking the first major update in more than 15 years.

Lorenzo Fernandez and Mallory Osteen break down what's changing and why it matters.

If it's been a while since your last governance review, now's the time.

Read the full article here: https://www.williamsparker.com/insights/florida-rewrites-the-nonprofit-playbook-what-hb-797-means-for-chapter-617-and-for-you/