Winter Haven, Florida
Attorneys serving Winter Haven and Polk County.
DHW Law has taken on matters for Winter Haven 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 Winter Haven
Winter Haven is about an hour east of our Lutz office via I-4 and US-17. The city sits in the middle of Polk County and the chain of lakes that gives Winter Haven its character. That shows up in the real estate work, where lakefront properties, established neighborhoods, and newer subdivisions all keep the transaction volume steady. David is Board Certified in Real Estate Law through The Florida Bar. Gwen drafts Florida estate plans for Winter Haven families under the same Florida statutes that apply in every county.
What Winter Haven calls us about
Real estate leads the work. Lakefront property on the Chain of Lakes, established neighborhoods around downtown Winter Haven, and newer subdivisions along SR-540 and the Polk Parkway all contribute to a steady flow of closings. Lakefront property carries its own title issues around riparian rights and dock permitting that inland property doesn’t. David reviews the Winter Haven contract, handles the title work with the local title company, and closes by e-signing.
Estate planning for Winter Haven families goes to Gwen. Polk retirees, long-time Winter Haven residents, and families holding property across generations all benefit from careful Florida estate planning. Wills, revocable living trusts, durable powers of attorney, and healthcare directives are drafted to run smoothly through Polk County probate if administration ever becomes necessary.
Civil mediation and personal injury round out the caseload. David is Supreme Court certified in civil and family mediation, and Polk County referrals to him as a neutral are a regular share of the mediation practice. Injury work from the I-4 and US-17 corridors is handled personally.
Why our office
What brings Winter Haven clients to us is the board-certified real-estate credential, an estate planning partner doing the drafting herself, and direct access to a partner through a two-attorney office. Twenty-five years of consistent practice. Most Winter Haven referrals come through Polk County professional contacts or from earlier clients.
How we help Winter Haven residents
Practice areas most requested locally
Every DHW Law practice area is available to Winter Haven 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.
Civil Court Mediation
Supreme Court certified mediation for family, civil, and commercial disputes. Faster and less expensive than trial.
Personal Injury
Representation for Florida accident and injury victims. No recovery, no fee. Costs and expenses may apply.
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