Our Team

Halie Adrid

Halie M. Adrid

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Practice Areas & Specialties

  • Business & Corporate Services
  • Civil Litigation
  • Contracts
  • Evictions
  • Homeowners & Condo Associations
  • Land Use & Zoning

Licensed Jurisdictions

  • Florida (2023)

Education & Credentials

  • University of Florida, B.A / Magna Cum Laude / Political Science & Criminology (2019)
  • Stetson University College of Law, J.D. w/honors (2023)

Professional and Legal Experience

  • Bowen|Schroth, P.A., Attorney (2023 to present)

Community Involvement

  • Lake County Bar Association, Member (2023 to present)

Notable Cases, Awards & Recognition

  • American Bar Association Arbitration Competition, 2021 Regional Winner
  • American Association for Justice Student Trial Advocacy Competition, 2022 Regional Winner
  • American Association for Justice Student Trial Advocacy Competition, 2023 Regional Finalist
  • Stetson Law 1L Mock Trial Competition, 2021 Winner
  • Stetson Law Masters Mock Trial Competition, 2022 Winner

Publications, Seminars & Speaking Engagements

Background & Interests

Halie is a proud native of Lake County, Florida and graduate of Tavares High School.
Morton D. Aulls (Retired)

Morton D. Aulls

Of Counsel (Retired)

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Practice Areas & Specialties

Licensed Jurisdictions

  • Florida (1967)
  • United States District Court, Middle District of Florida (1968)

Education & Credentials

  • University of Florida, B.M.E. (1964)
  • Stetson University College of Law, J.D. (1967)

Professional and Legal Experience

  • Bowen|Schroth, P.A., Of Counsel (Retired) (2015 – 2023)
  • Morton D. Aulls, P.A., President (1977 – Present)
  • State Attorney’s Office (Fifth Judicial Circuit), Asst. State Attorney (1970 – 1975)
  • State Attorney’s Office (Fifth Judicial Circuit), County Prosecutor (1969 – 1970)

Community Involvement

  • Lake County Bar Association, Member (1968 – Present)
  • Lake County Bar Association, President (1984 – 1985)
  • Judicial Nominating Commission (Fifth Judicial Circuit), Commissioner (1987 – 1991)
  • Lake-Sumter Community College, Trustee (1989 – 1993)
  • North Lake County Hospital District, Trustee (1998 – 2002)
  • Lake County Value Adjustment Board, Special Master (2006 – 2008)

Notable Cases, Awards & Recognition

Publications, Seminars & Speaking Engagements

Background & Interests

Lennon “Buzz” E. Bowen, III

Lennon “Buzz” E. Bowen, III

Of Counsel (Retired)

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Bar Admissions

  • Florida (1973)
  • United States District Court, Middle District of Florida (1974)

Education & Credentials

  • University of Georgia, B.A. (1969)
  • University of Georgia, J.D., Law Review (1972)

Professional & Legal Experience

  • Bowen|Schroth, P.A., Founder / Of Counsel (Retired) (1994 – 2022)
  • Bowen|Schroth, P.A., President & Managing Partner (1994 – 2015)
  • City of Eustis, City Attorney (1974 – 1979)

Community Involvement

  • Lake County Bar Association, Member (1973 – 2022)

Notable Cases, Awards & Recognition

  • Greater Lake County Realtors Association, Affiliate of the Year (2006)

Publications, Seminars & Speaking Engagements

Background & Interests

Zachary T. Broome

Zachary T. Broome

Shareholder

(352) 589-1414

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Practice Areas & Specialties

  • Agricultural Law
  • Appeals
  • Business & Corporate Services
  • Business Sales
  • Civil Litigation
  • Contracts
  • Environmental & Natural Resource Law
  • Estate Planning & Probate
  • Intellectual Property Protection
  • Land Finance
  • Land Use & Zoning
  • Local Government & Administrative Law
  • Real Estate Law

Licensed Jurisdictions

  • Florida (2011)
  • United States District Court, Middle District of Florida (2012)
  • Alabama (2013)
  • Unites States Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit (2013)
  • United States District Court, Northern District of Florida (2023)

Education & Credentials

  • University of Alabama, B.A. Summa Cum Laude (2008)
  • University of Florida, J.D. (Cum Laude) / Environmental & Land Use Law Certificate (2011)

Professional and Legal Experience

  • Bowen|Schroth, P.A., Shareholder (2023 – Present)
  • Bowen|Schroth, P.A., Partner (2016 – Present)
  • Bowen|Schroth, P.A., Attorney (2011 – Present)

Community Involvement

  • Lake County Bar Association, Member (2011 – Present)
  • Lake County Bar Association, Director (2015 – 2019)
  • Lake County Bar Association, Secretary (2015 – 2016)
  • UF/IFAS Lake County Extension, Advisory Committee (2011 – Present)
  • UF/IFAS Lake County Extension, Advisory Committee Chair (2014 – 2019)

Notable Cases, Awards & Recognition

  • University of Florida, Book Award – Ag Law (2011)

Publications, Seminars & Speaking Engagements

  • College of Central Florida, Guest Lecturer – Equine & Land Use Law (2012 – 2017)
  • UF/IFAS AGRItunity Conference, Guest Speaker – Common Legal Issues for Florida Ag Operation (2015)
  • Drake Journal of Ag Law, Equine “Lemon” Law (2013)
  • The Florida Bar Journal, A Horse is a Horse (of Course, of Course) (2012)
  • UF/IFAS Cooperative Extension Service, Handbook of Florida Water Regulation (2011)

Background & Interests

John Feldman

H. John Feldman

Of Counsel (Retired)

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Licensed Jurisdictions

  • North Carolina (1982)
  • United States District Court, Eastern District of North Carolina (1983)
  • Florida (1984)
  • United States Tax Court (1984)
  • United States District Court, Middle District of Florida (1985)
  • United States District Court, Southern District of Florida (1985)

Education & Credentials

  • Canisius College, B.S. Magna Cum Laude (1979)
  • Wake Forest University, J.D. (1982)
  • University of Florida, L.L.M. Taxation (1984)
  • The Florida Bar, Board Certified – Wills, Trusts & Estates (1992)

Professional & Legal Experience

  • Bowen|Schroth, P.A, Of Counsel (Retired) (2015 – 2022)
  • Cauthen & Feldman, P.A., Partner (1988 – 2015)

Community Involvement

  • North Carolina Bar Association, Member (1982 – 2024)
  • Lake County Bar Association, Member (1988 – 2024)
  • Lake County Bar Association, President (1994 – 1995)

Notable Cases, Awards & Recognition

Publications, Seminars & Speaking Engagements

Background & Interests

Sasha O. Garcia

Sasha O. Garcia

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Practice Areas & Specialties

  • Appeals
  • Civil Litigation
  • Family Law Services
  • Local Government & Administrative Law

Licensed Jurisdictions

  • Florida (2014)
  • United States Bankruptcy Court, Middle District of Florida (2014)
  • United States District Court, Middle District of Florida (2014)
  • United States Bankruptcy Court, Southern District of Florida (2015)
  • United States District Court, Southern District of Florida (2015)

Education & Credentials

  • Florida International University, B.B.A. Cum Laude (2007)
  • Florida International University, M.B.A. (2011)
  • University of Florida, J.D. Cum Laude (2014)

Professional & Legal Experience

  • Bowen|Schroth, P.A., Partner (2020 – Present)
  • Bowen|Schroth, P.A., Attorney (2014 – Present)
  • City of Eustis, City Attorney (2023 – Present)
  • United States Bankruptcy Court (Middle District of Florida) – Chief Judge Karen S. Jennemann, Judicial Intern (2013)
  • Three Rivers Legal Services, Summer Extern (2012)

Community Involvement

  • Lake County Bar Association, Member (2014 – Present)
  • Christian Legal Society, Member (2011 – Present)
  • UF Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Clinic, Volunteer (2012)

Notable Cases, Awards & Recognition

  • UF College of Law, Certificate of Outstanding Achievement – Community Service (2014)
  • UF College of Law, Certificate of Outstanding Achievement – Pro Bono (2014)

Publications, Seminars & Speaking Engagements

Background & Interests

Charles “Chuck” D. Johnson

Charles “Chuck” D. Johnson

Of Counsel

(352) 589-1414

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Practice Areas & Specialties

  • Homeowners & Condo Associations
  • Land Use & Zoning
  • Local Government & Administrative Law
  • Real Estate Closings
  • Real Estate Law
  • Title Insurance (Westcor Land Title Insurance Company)

Licensed Jurisdictions

  • Florida (1991)

Education & Credentials

  • Lake-Sumter State College, A.S. (1987)
  • Eckerd College, B.A. (1989)
  • Western Michigan University (Cooley), J.D. (1991)

Professional & Legal Experience

  • Bowen|Schroth, P.A., Of Counsel (2023 – Present)
  • Lake County Code Enforcement Board, Magistrate (2006 – Present)
  • Sellar, Sewell, Russ, Saylor & Johnson, P.A., Partner (1991 – 2023)
  • Lake County Sheriff’s Office, Chief Investigator (1981 – 1989)
  • United States Army, E-4 (1975 – 1978)

Community Involvement

  • Leesburg Lightning, Founding Member (2007 – Present)
  • Greater Leesburg Area Community Charity, Founding Member / Director / President (2007 – Present)
  • Leesburg High School Athletic Booster Club, President (1995 – 2015)

Notable Cases, Awards & Recognition

  • Leesburg Jaycees Club, Distinguished Service Award (1985)
  • Leesburg Rotary Club, Service Above Self Award (1985)
  • Greg Padgett Foundation, Citizen of the Year (2015)
  • Lake-Sumter State College, Distinguished Alumni Hall of Fame (2015)

Publications, Seminars & Speaking Engagements

Background & Interests

Chuck is a proud native of Lake County, Florida and graduate of Leesburg High School. During the summer months, Chuck’s booming voice can be heard over the loudspeaker at Pat Thomas Stadium as the Voice of the Leesburg Lightning.

Julia Law (Retired)

Julia Law

Of Counsel (Retired)

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Practice Areas & Specialties

Licensed Jurisdictions

  • Florida (1979)

Education & Credentials

  • Furman University – B.A. (1976)
  • Stetson University College of Law – J.D. (1979)

Professional & Legal Experience

  • Bowen|Schroth, P.A., Of Counsel (Retired) (2022 – 2023)
  • City of Groveland, City Attorney (1990 – 2004)
  • Roberts & Law, P.A., Partner (1980 – 2022)
  • Florida Second District Court of Appeals, Law Clerk (1979 – 1980)
  • Harrison, Greene, Mann, Rowe, Stanton & Mastry, Legal Intern (1978 – 1979)

Community Involvement

  • Lake County Bar Association Member (1979 – Present)
  • Judicial Nominating Commission (Fifth Judicial Circuit), Commissioner (2008 – 2012)
  • Community Foundation of South Lake County, Director (1999 – 2008)
  • ARC Sunrise, Director (2016 – 2023)
  • South Lake Hospital Foundation, Director (2018 – Present)

Notable Cases, Awards & Recognition

Publications, Seminars & Speaking Engagements

Background & Interests

Julia is a proud native of Lake County, Florida and graduate of Groveland High School.
Anise McClellan

Anise McClellan

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Practice Areas & Specialties

  • Civil Litigation
  • Construction Defect Litigation
  • Construction Liens
  • Contracts
  • Evictions
  • Homeowners & Condo Associations
  • HOA Collections
  • Real Estate Law

Licensed Jurisdictions

  • Florida (2023)

Education & Credentials

  • Florida State University, B.A. Magna Cum Laude (2012)
  • Florida State University, M.S. (2013)
  • University of Florida, J.D. (2022)

Professional & Legal Experience

  • Bowen|Schroth, P.A., Attorney (2023 – Present)
  • University of Florida, Alternate Dispute Resolution Team (2021)
  • Orange County Public Schools, Teacher (2014 – 2019)

Community Involvement

  • Lake County Bar Association, Member (2023 – Present)

Notable Cases, Awards & Recognition

Publications, Seminars & Speaking Engagements

Background & Interests

James A. Myers

James A. Myers

Shareholder

(352) 589-1414

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Practice Areas & Specialties

  • Class Action Litigation
  • Commercial Leasing
  • Education Law
  • Homeowners & Condo Associations
  • Land Finance
  • Land Use & Zoning
  • Local Government & Administrative Law
  • Real Estate Closings
  • Real Estate Law

Licensed Jurisdictions

  • Florida (2013)
  • United States District Court, Middle District of Florida (2014)
  • United States District Court, Northern District of Florida (2023)

Education & Credentials

  • Simpson College, B.A. / Mathematics (1999)
  • Stetson University College of Law (2010 – 2011)
  • University of Florida, J.D. (2013)
  • The Institutes Knowledge Group, Chartered Property Casualty Underwriter (2007)

Professional & Legal Experience

  • Bowen|Schroth, P.A., Shareholder (2024 – Present)
  • Bowen|Schroth, P.A., Partner (2020 – Present)
  • Bowen|Schroth, P.A., Attorney (2013 – Present)
  • School Board of Lake County, Florida, General Counsel (2022 – 2024)
  • Seminole County Attorney’s Office, Intern (2012 – 2013)
  • McCullough Law Group, Intern (2011)
  • Amica Mutual Insurance Company, Claims Supervisor (2003 – 2010)
  • Financial Decisions Group, Inc., Registered Representative (2002 – 2003)
  • NCMIC Group, Inc., Account Manager (2001 – 2002)
  • Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield, Sr. Rating Specialist (1999 – 2001)

Community Involvement

  • Lake County Bar Association, Member (2012 – Present)
  • Lake-Sumter State College Foundation, Inc., Director (2025 – Present)
  • Leesburg Area Chamber of Commerce, Director (2024 – Present)
  • South Lake Chamber of Commerce, Member (2024 – Present)
  • Sumter County Bar Association, Member (2023 – Present)
  • Education Foundation of Lake County, Director (2013 – 2022)
  • Education Foundation of Lake County, Executive Board Member (2017 – 2022)
  • Education Foundation of Lake County, Past President (2021 – 2022)
  • Education Foundation of Lake County, President (2018 – 2021)
  • Education Foundation of Lake County, Vice President (2017 – 2018)
  • Education Foundation of Lake County, Volunteer Board Attorney (2014 – 2017)
  • Lake County Sheriff’s Charities, Director / Secretary (2017 – 2022)
  • Lake County Sheriff’s Charities, Founding Board Member (2017)
  • Leadership Lake County, Graduate (2016)
  • Golden Triangle Kiwanis Club, Member (2015 – 2022)
  • Justice Teaching, Volunteer Instructor (2014 – 2018)
  • Take Stock In Children, Mentor (2014 – 2018)
  • East Lake Chamber of Commerce, Member (2013 – Present)
  • Lady of the Lakes Renaissance Faire, Volunteer (2013 – 2023)
  • Lake County Bar Association, Hunger Project Volunteer (2013)
  • Sigma Alpha Epsilon (Iowa Sigma Chapter), Member (1996 – Present)

Notable Cases, Awards & Recognition

  • Education Foundation of Lake County, Board Member of the Year (2015)
  • Simpson College, Epsilon Sigma Honor Society (Distinguished Alumni Award) (2014)
  • University of Florida College of Law, Book Award – Condominium & Community Association Law (2013)
  • University of Florida College of Law, Book Award – Mediation Clinic (2013)
  • University of Florida College of Law, Certificate of Highest Achievement – Community Service (2013)
  • University of Florida College of Law, Certificate of Outstanding Achievement – Pro Bono (2013)
  • University of Florida College of Law, Dean’s List (2012 – 2013)
  • Seminole Springs Elementary, School Volunteer of the Year (2011)
  • Stetson University College of Law, Honor Roll (2010 – 2011)

Publications, Seminars & Speaking Engagements

  • Realtors Association of Lake and Sumter Counties, Speaker – Commercial Transactions (2018 – Present)
  • Realtors Association of Lake and Sumter Counties, Speaker – Real Estate Contracts (2018 – Present)
  • ERA Grizzard, Speaker – Various Real Estate Topics (2019 – Present)
  • Hanson Real Estate Group, Speaker – Various Real Estate Topics (2024 – Present)
  • Arrowsmith Realty, Speaker – Various Real Estate Topics (2024 – Present)
  • Micki Blackburn Realty, Speaker – Various Real Estate Topics (2024 – Present)

Background & Interests

James brings a wealth of experience and a deep commitment to his local community to his law practice. Originally from rural Iowa, James spent several years in Connecticut before permanently relocating to Lake County in 2005. As a second-career lawyer, with over a decade of experience in the insurance industry, James offers clients a unique perspective and practical insights into the complexities of real estate transactions. He is an active supporter of many local non-profits, serving as a director on several boards and routinely volunteering at numerous charitable events. When not assisting clients with buying, selling, financing, developing, or leasing Florida real estate, James enjoys traveling, hiking, kayaking, watching Hawkeye sports, and tackling any type of project that allows him to work with his hands.
Cheyenne Dunn

Cheyenne D. Rossi

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Practice Areas & Specialties

  • Business & Corporate Services
  • Civil Litigation
  • Family Law Services
  • Real Estate Law

Licensed Jurisdictions

  • Florida (2021)

Education & Credentials

  • University of Central Florida, B.A. / Legal Studies (2017)
  • University of Central Florida, Certificate / Victim Advocacy (2017)
  • Barry University College of Law, J.D. (2021)

Professional & Legal Experience

  • Bowen|Schroth, P.A., Attorney (2022 -Present)
  • Landis Graham French, P.A., Attorney (2021 – 2022)

Community Involvement

  • Lake County Bar Association, Member (2022 – Present)
  • Leadership West Volusia, Graduate (2022)

Notable Cases, Awards & Recognition

Publications, Seminars & Speaking Engagements

Background & Interests

Kevin B. Rossi

Kevin B. Rossi

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Practice Areas & Specialties

  • Estate Planning & Probate
  • Homeowners & Condo Associations
  • Real Estate Law
  • Trust Administration
  • Trust Formation

Licensed Jurisdictions

  • Florida (2019)

Education & Credentials

  • University of Florida, B.A. Magna Cum Laude (2015)
  • University of Florida, J.D. (2019)

Professional & Legal Experience

  • Bowen|Schroth, P.A., Partner (2025 – Present)
  • Bowen|Schroth, P.A., Attorney (2019 – Present)
  • Florida District Court of Appeals (Fifth District) – Judge F. Rand Wallis, Judicial Intern (2017)
  • State Attorney’s Office (Eighth Judicial Circuit), Certified Legal Intern (2018)

Community Involvement

  • Lake County Bar Association, Member (2019 – Present)
  • Sumter County Bar Association, Member (2023 – Present)
  • South Lake Chamber of Commerce, Member (2024 – Present)
  • Leesburg Area Chamber of Commerce, Member (2024 – Present)

Notable Cases, Awards & Recognition

Publications, Seminars & Speaking Engagements

Background & Interests

Derek A. Schroth

Derek A. Schroth

Shareholder & Managing Partner

(352) 589-1414

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Practice Areas & Specialties

  • Appeals
  • Business Litigation
  • Class Action Litigation
  • Civil Litigation
  • Complex Litigation
  • Land Use & Zoning
  • Local Government & Administrative Law

Licensed Jurisdictions

  • Florida (2000)
  • United States District Court, Middle District of Florida (2003)
  • United States Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit (2011)

Education & Credentials

  • University of Florida, B.A. / English Literature (1997)
  • University of Florida, M.A. / Political Science & Public Administration (2000)
  • University of Florida, Graduate Certificate in Public Affairs (2000)
  • University of Florida, J.D. (2000)
  • The Florida Bar, Board Certification – City, County and Local Government Law (2011)
  • The Florida Bar, Board Certification – Business Litigation (2015)

Professional & Legal Experience

  • Bowen|Schroth, P.A., President & Managing Partner (2015 – Present)
  • Bowen|Schroth, P.A., Partner / Shareholder (2006 – Present)
  • Bowen|Schroth, P.A., Attorney (2000 – Present)
  • Town of Lady Lake, Town Attorney (2005 – Present)
  • City of Eustis, City Attorney (2008 – 2023)
  • City of Eustis, Deputy City Attorney (2023 – Present)
  • City of Orlando, Quasi-Judicial Hearing Officer (2013 – Present)
  • City of Tampa, Quasi-Judicial Land Use Hearing Officer (2017 – Present)
  • Lake County Sheriff’s Office, General Counsel (2018 – 2023)
  • The First National Bank of Mount Dora, General Counsel (2020 – Present)
  • City of Venice, Special Litigation Counsel (2020 – Present)
  • University of Florida – Journal of Law & Public Policy, Sr. Research Editor / Exec.
    Board Member (1998 – 2000)

Community Involvement

  • Lake County Bar Association, Member (2000 – Present)
  • Lake County Bar Association, Director (2006 – 2009)
  • Lake County Bar Association, President (2008 – 2009)
  • Lake County Bar Association, Vice President (2007 – 2008)
  • Lake County Bar Association, Secretary (2006 – 2007)
  • Judicial Nominating Commission (Fifth Judicial Circuit), Commissioner (2011 – 2019)
  • Judicial Nominating Commission (Fifth Judicial Circuit), Chairman (2013 – 2019)
  • Habitat for Humanity of Lake-Sumter, Florida, Inc., Pro Bono Legal Advisor (2007 – 2017)
  • Lake Cares, Inc., Director (2015 – 2017)
  • Eustis Chamber of Commerce, Director (2003 – 2005)
  • Lake Eustis Arts Accord, President (2006 – 2009)
  • City of Eustis Budget Committee, Director (2004 – 2005)
  • Lake-Sumter State College Adjunct, Professor – Real Estate Law (2002 – 2004)
  • Eustis Kiwanis Club, Member (2005 – 2007)

Notable Cases, Awards & Recognition

  • The Florida Bar, Voluntary Service Award (2009)
  • University of Florida, Certificate of Outstanding Achievement – Pro Bono (2000)
  • Florida District Court of Appeals (Fifth District), Approved as Lead Class Counsel in Discount Sleep v. Ocala (2018)
  • Top Verdict, Lead Counsel in Top Ten Bench Award in the United States
    $79,282,909.44 – Largest Successful Illegal Tax Refund Case Against a Florida City (2022)

Publications, Seminars & Speaking Engagements

  • The Florida Bar Annual Local Government Seminar, Guest Speaker – Protecting Whistle-blowers and Litigating Against Blowhards (2017)
  • The Florida Bar Annual Local Government Seminar, Guest Panelist – Use of Non-Ad Valorem Assessments for Fire Services (2016)

Background & Interests

Derek Schroth is one of only two lawyers to be certified as an expert in Florida Business Litigation and City, County, and Local Government Law. He has chaired and co-chaired judicial election campaign committees for many years and was chairman of the Judicial Nominating Commission for the Fifth Judicial Circuit after being directly appointed by Governor Scott Rick in 2011 and reappointed in 2016. Derek Schroth was lead class counsel in the largest successful illegal tax refund case against a Florida municipality ($79,282,909.44 Common Fund) which was litigated for 10 years including four successful reversals of the trial court on appeal and jurisdictional briefing before the Florida Supreme Court. He currently serves as a magistrate for local governments across Florida and enjoys Gator athletics, classical guitar, fishing, and spending time with family and friends. His current primary professional focus is serving as the managing partner of Bowen|Schroth.

Taylor Tremel

Taylor Tremel

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Practice Areas & Specialties

  • Civil Litigation
  • Contracts
  • Homeowners & Condo Associations
  • Land Use & Zoning
  • Local Government & Administrative Law
  • Real Estate Law

Licensed Jurisdictions

  • Florida (2014)

Education & Credentials

  • Clemson University, Athletic Scholarship (2004 – 2008)
  • University of Central Florida, B.A. (2010)
  • Florida A&M University College of Law, J.D. / Law Review (2014)

Professional & Legal Experience

  • Bowen|Schroth, P.A., Partner (2025 – Present)
  • Bowen|Schroth, P.A., Attorney (2021 – Present)
  • Town of Lady Lake, Deputy Town Attorney (2023 – Present)
  • Public Defender’s Office (Fifth Judicial Circuit), Asst Public Defender (2018 – 2021)
  • State Attorney’s Office (Fifth Judicial Circuit), Asst State Attorney (2015 – 2018)
  • Community Legal Services of Mid-Florida, Inc., Special Education Attorney (2015)
  • Florida A&M University Moot Court Board, Vice Chair (2012)
  • Maher Law Firm, Intern (2009 – 2012)

Community Involvement

  • Lake County Bar Association, Member (2018 – Present)
  • Lake County Bar Association, President (2024 – Present)
  • Lake County Bar Association, Vice President (2023 – 2024)
  • Lake County Bar Association, Secretary (2021 – 2022)
  • Fifth Judicial Circuit, Grievance Committee (2024 – Present)
  • Fifth Judicial Circuit, Local Professionalism Panel (2024 – Present)
  • Lake County Sheriff’s Charities, Inc., Director / Secretary (2022 – Present)
  • The Florida Bar Young Lawyers Division, President (2020)
  • City of Lake Mary, Code Enforcement Board (2010 – 2017)

Notable Cases, Awards & Recognition

  • The Florida Bar, President’s Pro Bono Service Award (2024)
  • Community Legal Services of Mid-Florida, Inc., Lake County Pro Bono Attorney of the Year (2023)
  • Community Legal Services of Mid-Florida, Inc., Guardian of Justice Award (2022)
  • State Attorney’s Office (Fifth Judicial Circuit), DUI Prosecutor Excellence Award (2017)
  • Florida A&M University, Book Award – Evidence (2012)
  • American Bar Association, Regional Moot Court Competition Winner (2012)

Publications, Seminars & Speaking Engagements

  • Voluntary Bar Leaders Annual Conference, Developing Meaningful Pro-Bono Events (2024)
  • American Planning Association, Guest Speaker – Impacts of Preemption on Local Communities (2022)

Background & Interests

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