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5 distinguished attorneys in Brandon, Florida, each reviewed by the Lawyers of Distinction Selection Committee.

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Clifton Curry

Clifton Curry

Distinguished Lawyer

Civil Litigation

750 W Lumsden Rd, Brandon, FL 33511

Clifton C. Curry, Jr., a Brandon, Florida, attorney, founded Curry Law Group, P.A., and serves as its managing partner. His office is on West Lumsden Road. Individuals and families have been among his clients in personal injury cases, family law disputes, civil litigation and business matters. His firm describes a career representing clients across Hillsborough County, including Brandon and Tampa. Before entering the profession, Curry studied at Florida State University, earning a B.S. in 1979. A J.D. from Stetson University followed in 1981. His Florida admission dates to 1982; the Florida Bar currently lists him in good standing and eligible to practice law in the state. Curry's Brandon connections also include a term as honorary mayor in 1985–1986. He received the Brandon Lions Service Award in 1985 and was named the Missing Children's Help Center's Volunteer of the Year in 1990. The following year brought the Alice B. Thompkins Community Service Award. The professional affiliations listed in his firm biography range from the Brandon and East Hillsborough bar associations to the American Association for Justice. That biography also identifies him as a Master of the Family Law Inn of Court and lists the Tampa Bay Trial Lawyers Association. His university affiliations appear there as well: Florida State University's President's Club and the National Board of Directors for Seminole Boosters.

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Derek Matthews

Derek Matthews

Distinguished Lawyer

Family and Divorce Law

1091 E Brandon Blvd, Brandon, FL 33511, USA

Derek Matthews, Esq., brings a well-rounded background to his legal practice, having graduated from George Washington University and Western Michigan University Cooley Law School. His diverse expertise spans personal injury law, family law, criminal law, business law, estate planning, probate law, and dependency law. With a unique professional journey that includes roles as a firefighter, respiratory therapist, pharmaceutical representative, and in-home construction, Matthews likely offers clients a comprehensive perspective. Beyond his legal endeavors, Derek enjoys boating, golf, and cherishing moments with his wife and children, suggesting a balanced and family-oriented approach to life. This combination of education, professional experience, and personal interests paints a picture of a lawyer with a broad skill set and a commitment to a well-rounded, client-focused practice.

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Kari MacDonald

Kari MacDonald

Featured Lawyer

Family and Divorce Law

634 East Bloomingdale Ave., Brandon, FL 33511

Kari MacDonald graduated from Michigan State University in 1998 and received her Juris Doctorate in 2001 from Michigan State University College of Law (formerly known as the Detroit College of Law). She became licensed in Michigan in the fall of 2001 and practiced law in Michigan for two years before relocating to Florida. In February of 2004, she sat for the Florida bar exam and was admitted to practice law in Florida a few months thereafter. Before opening up her own firm in June of 2009, Kari practiced in the areas of Family Law, Civil Litigation, Probate Estates and Workers Compensation. Since opening her own practice Kari handles cases almost exclusively in the areas of Family Law, and Estate Planning and appears before the Courts in Hillsborough, Polk, Pasco, Pinellas and Manatee counties. In April of 2018, Kari became a collaboratively trained attorney in an effort to afford her client a more civil and financially-advantageous way in which to resolve what may otherwise be a highly-contested divorce case. Kari is a member in good standing of the Michigan Bar Association and the Florida Bar Association. She is a member of the Family Law and Young Lawyers Divisions of the Florida Bar Association, Next Generation Divorce, the Brandon Bar Association and the Hillsborough County Bar Association. Kari is a working, married, mother of two wonderful little girls. Her personal goal is to provide her clients with personal, affordable and competent legal representation in a variety of legal arenas. She is devoted to serving clients in the greater Tampa Bay area and would do an excellent job handling any of your legal needs.

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Ruby Montes

Ruby Montes

Distinguished Lawyer

Estate Planning Law

350 E Robertson St, Brandon, FL 33511, USA

Ruby Montes is the Managing Partner of Heiress Law, a boutique estate planning, probate, and elder law firm serving clients across Florida and New York. With over 20 years of legal experience, Ruby is dedicated to helping families plan for the future with compassion and clarity. A proud New York–born Latina licensed in both Florida and New York, Ruby has built her career on advocacy, cultural competence, and empowering diverse communities—including LGBTQ+ individuals, international families, foreign investors, blended families, and those with special needs. After launching Wake Law in 2016, Ruby merged with Skyers Law Group to form Heiress Law, expanding access to quality legal services across both states. Beyond her practice, she serves on multiple nonprofit boards, co-founded the Tampa Bay Latin Chamber of Commerce, and mentors aspiring estate planning attorneys. Ruby Montes is more than a lawyer—she’s a trusted advisor, community leader, and passionate advocate for legacy building.

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Tatiana Boohoff

Distinguished Lawyer

Personal Injury Law

150 E Bloomingdale Ave, Brandon, FL 33511

Tatiana Boohoff is a personal injury attorney and managing partner of Boohoff Law, P.A., with a listed office in Tampa, Florida. She represents individuals and families injured through the negligence of others. Her work includes personal injury settlements and representing clients facing medical expenses, vehicle damage, and time away from work after an injury. Boohoff earned her law degree from Boston University, and the Florida Bar lists her law school year as 2007. Her firm biography states that she is licensed in Florida and Washington. The Florida Bar identifies her as a member in good standing who is eligible to practice law in Florida. Her directory profile lists civil litigation, civil trial, personal injury, and trial as practice areas. In describing her work, Boohoff identifies investigation and determining responsibility as parts of her handling of injury cases. She also describes adapting her approach to the circumstances of each case, including a client’s financial concerns and personal circumstances such as a move, divorce, or bankruptcy. Her biography says that she explains available options and can meet clients at home or in the hospital when necessary. Outside her legal work, Boohoff describes volunteering in her local community and spending time with her husband and two sons. Her interests include tennis, swimming, and fishing in Florida’s coastal waters.

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