STEPHEN W. BUCKLEY - Key Persons


Acres, Florida

After suffering an avoidable loss, we hope that you get in touch with our personal injury attorneys in Lehigh Acres, Florida right away to determine whether or not you should be pursuing justice. If you are entitled to money damages because of the loss of a loved one, we hope that you call our office to set up a free consultation right away. We want to stand for victims of wrongful death and help their families get the justice that they deserve. We know how troubling this time must be for you, but in order for you to get the results that you need, you should act urgently to set up a free consultation right away and have us get started on fighting for your rights as soon as possible. You deserve justice and we know how to get it.

Andrea Pleimling Smith

Job Titles:
  • Attorney
  • Partner
Andrea Smith is an amazing attorney! She helped me out with my case for a car accident and was a pleasure to deal with the whole time. I also want to complement everyone else I have dealt with in both the Fort Myers office and Port Charlotte office. Highly recommend this Law Firm!

Ave Maria Law

Job Titles:
  • Associate Editor

Christopher J. Smith - CEO

Job Titles:
  • Attorney
  • Managing Partner
Attorney Chris Smith took on my case with enthusiasm. He and his staff are very professional, honest and timely. Atty. Smith is an effective communicator, negotiator and thinks outside the box. He is detailed in his analyses and has keen ability to use legal strategies to outmaneuver his challenger. He gave me vital information to prepare my case so that I succeeded in winning more than anticipated. He goes above and beyond to help veterans and supports MADD.

Eve T. K. Volkmann

Job Titles:
  • Attorney
Eve is extremely bright and personable. She out worked the other side. Regardless of the outcome, my wife and I are thrilled we hired Eve. We are pleased with the jury verdict obtained by Eve.

J. Jeffrey Rice

Job Titles:
  • Attorney
"Jeff Rice was just the attorney we needed" "Coined as a "Super Lawyer" Jeff Rice was just the attorney we needed. There are no gimmicks just hard work from one of Southwest Florida's best. Thanks for helping us out time and time again." Jeff Rice joined the firm in 1976 and became a partner in 1978, serving as managing partner from 1997-2018.

John B. Cechman

Job Titles:
  • Attorney
  • Partner
We are very impressed with the way Mr. Cechman made himself acquainted with the medicine Cliff was taking and the problems it can cause if taken away abruptly. So glad I found you as we feel we are in good hands.

Richard L. Purtz - CEO

Job Titles:
  • Attorney
  • Managing Partner
Attorney Richard L Purtz came highly recommended. Mr. Purtz and the rest of the staff are highly professional, knowledgeable, friendly and extremely approachable! My concerns and questions were always answered in a timely manner and with the utmost attention, respect, and resolve! I'm so thankful they the process seem effortless and stress-free. This surpassed my expectations and made me believe in lawyers again.