Business Details
22 Years
experience
Your Trusted Legal Partner in Jacksonville, FL
Heekin Law was founded in 2004 with a commitment to delivering high-quality legal representation rooted in integrity and excellence. Our team of attorneys brings over 250 years of combined experience across diverse practice areas, including real estate, business, and estate planning law. We prioritize client needs through personalized strategies, ensuring tailored solutions that address complex legal challenges. Our reputation for achieving impactful results stems from a dedication to thorough preparation, legal expertise, and a client-focused approach. We serve clients throughout Florida, emphasizing transparency, ethical standards, and long-term client relationships. Our practice extends to appellate law, construction law, and commercial litigation, reflecting our versatility in addressing multifaceted legal matters.By combining collaborative problem-solving with trial-ready advocacy, we strive to protect our clients' interests while fostering trust and accountability. Our attorneys are recognized for their proficiency in navigating both transactional and litigation processes, ensuring comprehensive legal support. We offer free initial consultations to assess client needs, reinforcing our commitment to accessible and proactive legal counsel. With offices in multiple Florida locations, we provide localized expertise while maintaining a statewide presence to better serve our clientele.
Services
Appellate Law
Business Formation
Construction Litigation
Estate Planning
Probate Representation
Real Estate Closings
Contract Disputes
Asset Protection
Title Insurance
Non-Compete Agreements
Details
- Year established: 2004
Highlights and features
- We offer over 250 years of combined legal experience across diverse practice areas.
- Our attorneys provide personalized strategies tailored to each client's unique needs.
- We prioritize client relationships through transparent communication and ethical standards.
- Our practice includes appellate, transactional, and litigation expertise for comprehensive solutions.
- Free initial consultations assess your legal needs without upfront cost.
What people say
Award-winning attorneys
Tailored legal solutions
Over 250 years combined experience
Client-focused approach
Proven results-driven practice
Services
Business Law
Heekin Law provides comprehensive business law services, including entity formation, contract disputes, and non-compete agreements. Our attorneys assist businesses with transactional matters and litigation, ensuring compliance with Florida regulations. With over 250 years of combined experience, we deliver strategic solutions tailored to protect client interests in commercial disputes and corporate governance.
Estate Planning
Our estate planning services include wills, trusts, and asset protection strategies designed to preserve client wealth. Attorneys specialize in creating customized plans for individuals and businesses, addressing succession planning and tax mitigation. We also handle probate administration to ensure estates are settled according to legal requirements and client wishes.
Real Estate Law
Heekin Law represents clients in residential and commercial real estate transactions, boundary disputes, and title issues. Our services cover contract negotiations, closings, and litigation for property owners and developers. We provide guidance on zoning laws, eminent domain, and foreclosure defense to protect client property interests across Florida.
Construction Law
We offer legal representation for construction-related disputes, including liens, defects, and contract breaches. Our attorneys work with contractors, developers, and property owners to resolve project delays and licensing issues. With extensive experience in Florida construction law, we advocate for timely and cost-effective solutions through negotiation or litigation.
Appellate Law
Our appellate practice focuses on handling appeals in Florida's District Courts of Appeal and federal Eleventh Circuit. Attorneys prepare briefs and oral arguments to challenge or defend trial court decisions. We specialize in identifying viable grounds for appeal and applying appropriate standards of review to maximize client outcomes.
People
David J. Heekin
President and Founder
David Heekin founded Heekin Law in 2004, bringing decades of experience in business and real estate law. He specializes in appellate advocacy and commercial litigation, representing clients in complex legal disputes across Florida.
W. William Li
Attorney
William Li focuses on real estate transactions and construction law, assisting clients with contract negotiations and dispute resolution. His practice includes representing developers and property owners in commercial and residential matters throughout Florida.
Caroline R. Nichols
Attorney
Caroline Nichols specializes in estate planning and probate law, helping clients create wills, trusts, and asset protection strategies. She provides guidance on succession planning for families and business owners across Florida.
Questions
What areas of law does Heekin Law specialize in?
Heekin Law specializes in appellate law, business law, construction law, estate planning, probate, and real estate law across Florida.
Do you offer free initial consultations?
Yes, we provide 15-minute free consultations for most legal matters, excluding estate planning and family law.
How experienced are your attorneys?
Our team has over 250 years of combined legal experience handling complex cases in Florida courts.
What locations do you serve in Florida?
We serve clients in Jacksonville, Fernandina Beach, Clearwater, Palm Beach Gardens, Ponte Vedra, and Miami.
Can you handle both litigation and transactional matters?
Yes, our practice includes both trial advocacy and transactional services like contract drafting and business formation.
