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Steven Gard: From Trial Lawyer to Trusted Neutral

by | Mar 24, 2026 | legal matters

After more than five decades practicing law, Steven Gard has discovered a professional role that allows him to use everything he learned in the courtroom—without stepping into one. Today, through his Jacksonville-based practice Gard Mediation, LLC, the longtime trial...

Kimberley Leonard: Forward With Purpose

by | Mar 24, 2026 | legal matters

AALM: What initially drew you to the practice of law? Tell us about your journey to law school. KL: I have wanted to be a lawyer for as long as I can remember. As a kid, being a lawyer looked like the coolest profession. I loved to talk and share my opinions but was...

Paola Parra Harris: The Foundation of a Practice

by | Mar 24, 2026 | legal matters

Cuban-born and Florida-raised, Paola Parra Harris saw her journey to law school as a path to giving back to her community. Today, with over 30 years in practice, her career has been dedicated to advocating for people who need strong and compassionate legal guidance....

Robert Travieso & Mac McLeod: Built Case by Case

by | Mar 24, 2026 | legal matters

AALM: Tell us about your journey to law school. RT: I began my career in the corporate world in New York City after earning a finance degree. While I had a successful path lined up, I found myself wanting more than just “bottom-line” results; I wanted to go home at...