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J.E. “Trippe” Cheek, III Re-elected to the Board of Trustees of The University of the South

March 12, 2024
J.E. Cheek, III

J.E. “Trippe” Cheek, III has been re-elected to the Board of Trustees of The University of the South (commonly known as Sewanee) as a lay representative from the Episcopal Diocese of Central Florida.  The Board of Trustees elects and appoints a Board of Regents, a Chancellor, a Vice-Chancellor, and a Chaplain to serve the University … Read more

The Power of Planning Podcast: Insurance Checkup

January 29, 2024
The Power of Planning Podcast: Insurance Checkup

The new year is a perfect time to make sure your financial house is in order, including your insurance coverages. In this episode of the Power of Planning podcast, Attorney Vanessa J. Skinner  welcomes Drew Havron of HUB Florida for a detailed discussion about the different types of insurance that are an integral part of … Read more

The Power of Planning Podcast: Year-End Tax Tips

December 20, 2023
The Power of Planning Podcast: Year-end Tax Tips

Consider taking time out of your holiday preparations and celebrations for some year-end tax planning. In this month’s episode of the Power of Planning podcast, Attorney Vanessa J. Skinner welcomes Carol Felsing, a certified public accountant with decades of experience, to share certain tax tips you may want to consider before the close of 2023. … Read more

Take Note Lenders – New Florida Law Related to Estoppel Letters

December 4, 2023
Take Note Lenders – New Florida Law Related to Estoppel Letters

On October 1, 2023, several changes to Florida law governing estoppel letters (also referred to as “payoff letters”) prepared by lenders and servicers became effective. §701.04, Fla. Statute, now includes the following notable changes: A lender or servicer’s deadline to respond to an estoppel letter request from a record title owner, or fiduciary or trustee … Read more

The Power of Planning Podcast: Valuable Benefits for Veterans

November 27, 2023
The Power of Planning Podcast: Valuable Benefits for Veterans

In celebration of November being National Veterans and Military Families Month, Attorney Vanessa J. Skinner welcomes Brad Flournoy, who retired after 22 years of active duty service in the U.S. Marine Corps, to discuss key benefits available for veterans through the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. These include benefits under the new PACT Act as … Read more

Winderweedle Welcomes Attorney Claudia “Greycyn” Clark

November 27, 2023
Claudia “Greycyn” Clark

Attorney Claudia “Greycyn” Clark joined the firm, practicing in real estate, mortgage and lien foreclosures, commercial landlord tenant matters and real estate title claims.  She also works in business, banking, and health care litigation involving complex contract disputes and health care compliance issues. Her prior experience includes working as a wealth management intern at an … Read more

Winderweedle Welcomes Attorney Feibai Ma

November 21, 2023
Feibai Ma

Attorney Feibai Ma has joined the firm, practicing in business entities and bankruptcy, including corporate transactions, contract negotiations, contract disputes, foreclosures, and creditor’s rights. Feibai is fluent in English, Mandarin and Japanese and her prior experience includes working in Europe as a business developer and coordinator of the EMEA region for an automobile quality control … Read more

The Power of Planning Podcast: Medicare Roadmap

October 27, 2023
The Power of Planning Podcast: Medicare Roadmap

With this year’s Medicare Annual Open Enrollment Period underway, which runs October 15th through December 7th, Attorney Vanessa J. Skinner welcomes John Kennedy, CFP, who has been doing Medicare planning for 13 years, to provide a detailed roadmap outlining Medicare coverage options, premiums and deductibles. LISTEN NOW: The Power of Planning Podcast This podcast is … Read more

The Power of Planning Podcast: How Much Is Enough?

September 25, 2023
The Power of Planning Podcast: How Much Is Enough?

In this episode of the Power of Planning podcast, Attorney Vanessa J. Skinner sits down with nationally syndicated columnist and author, Marni Jameson, to discuss her latest book: “What To Do With Everything You Own to Leave the Legacy You Want”. Jameson uses her trademark practical wisdom to provide from-the-heart estate planning guidance for everyone, … Read more

Sixteen from WHWW Named 2024 Best Lawyers in America©, Four Named “Ones to Watch”

August 23, 2023
Sixteen from WHWW Named 2024 Best Lawyers in America©, Four Named “Ones to Watch”

Sixteen lawyers from WHWW were recently selected by their peers for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America© (2024), and four lawyers were named “Ones to Watch”, as published in dozens of city and regional publications in the U.S. including, U.S. News & World Report. The list of WHWW Best Lawyer honorees includes:  Michael C. Caborn in Litigation … Read more