Bradenton, Florida
Attorneys serving Bradenton and Manatee County.
DHW Law has taken on matters for Bradenton clients for 25 years. Real estate, estate planning, Supreme Court certified mediation, personal injury, immigration, and commercial disputes, all handled personally by David or Gwen Walkowiak.
Our connection to Bradenton
Bradenton is about an hour south of our Lutz office on I-75. Close enough that a meaningful share of Bradenton engagements include an in-person meeting when the client prefers one. David is Board Certified in Real Estate Law through The Florida Bar, and Bradenton real estate is a regular piece of the firm's work. Gwen drafts Florida estate plans for Bradenton families under the same Florida statutes that apply in every other county.
What Bradenton calls us about
Real estate is the largest share of the work. The market runs from downtown Bradenton and the Riverwalk area to Anna Maria Island waterfront and inland subdivisions east of I-75. Title issues on older Bradenton homes, island waterfront closings, and typical residential transactions all come across the desk. David reviews the Bradenton contract, coordinates with the local title company, and closes by e-signing.
Estate planning for Bradenton families goes to Gwen. Bradenton has a long-established retiree population and a growing share of younger families moving in. Plans drafted here address Florida homestead protection, blended-family considerations, and out-of-state heir planning where it applies. Wills, revocable living trusts, durable powers of attorney, and healthcare directives all get drafted here.
Injury matters are accepted where the case fits a pre-suit or remote profile. Civil mediation runs remotely with David as Supreme Court certified neutral, and some Bradenton matters come to him as mediator rather than as counsel. Immigration filings are federal and handled from our office.
Why drive north
What brings Bradenton clients to us is a manageable drive when it matters, the same real-estate credential you’d find at a downtown Sarasota or Tampa firm, and partner access throughout the engagement. Twenty-five years at a single office is the record, and most Bradenton engagements start with a referral.
How we help Bradenton residents
Practice areas most requested locally
Every DHW Law practice area is available to Bradenton clients. These are the ones we see most often from this community.
Real Estate & Foreclosure Defense
Florida purchases, sales, and foreclosure defense handled by David H. Walkowiak, Board Certified in Real Estate Law.
Estate Planning & Probate
Wills, revocable trusts, advance directives, Florida homestead planning, and probate administration. Built for your family, not a template.
Personal Injury
Representation for Florida accident and injury victims. No recovery, no fee. Costs and expenses may apply.
Civil Court Mediation
Supreme Court certified mediation for family, civil, and commercial disputes. Faster and less expensive than trial.
Immigration
Green cards, naturalization, and family-sponsored petitions for Florida residents.
Talk to an attorney who knows Bradenton.
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