Orlando Attorneys
MALIK LAW, P.A., is a Florida law firm that focuses on providing personalized top notch legal services to its clients throughout the State of Florida. We understand that when the time comes to seek the services of an attorney – the situation matters. Our goal is to be your choice for legal representation when it matters most. We will advise you throughout the entire legal process and provide you with legal representation on any issue you may have. Our attorneys are highly skilled in their areas of practice and will offer personalized legal representation to you on your case. This attention to detail has resulted in our services being retained throughout the State of Florida and beyond. We leave no stone unturned, take no short cuts and if necessary litigate your matter to provide you with the best possible outcome.
Attorney Imran Malik – Orlando, Florida
Imran Malik, rated AV® Preeminent, by Martindale-Hubbell, is the founding member of Malik Law P.A. An AV® Rating signifies that a lawyer has reached the heights of professional excellence. He or she has usually practiced law for a number of years, and is recognized for the highest levels of skill and integrity by fellow attorneys in his area of practice. Martindale-Hubbell is the oldest and most trusted lawyer information service in America.
Imran MalikIn order to achieve this rating, Imran litigated cases throughout the State of Florida against some of the State’s biggest insurance companies. This helped him earn a reputation as a seasoned litigator and a formidable opponent in the courtroom. His success in representing clients against insurance companies in particular has resulted in Imran’s services sought out by client’s throughout the State.
In the area of Homeowner’s insurance claims, Imran’s success in the Courtroom resulted in a change in the way insurance companies paid out these claims. Particularly, Imran has helped restoration contractor’s collect full payment directly from the carrier on any insurance related work. Prior to leaving his previous firm, Imran supervised and trained over ten attorneys in this area of practice alone. As such, his services are continually sought by contractor’s throughout the State.
In the field of personal injury, Imran has achieved substantial recoveries for clients that have been hurt as a result of car accidents, motorcycle accidents, slip and falls or because of the negligence of others. His most significant successes came from cases which other attorneys declined to accept due to their complexity and difficulty.
In the area of criminal defense, Imran has extensive experience representing individuals facing any type of criminal charge. Imran has handled numerous Misdemeanor, Felony and Traffic charges in Orange, Osceola, Seminole and Volusia Counties. His experience in criminal law began during law school where Imran had the opportunity to work as a Certified Legal Intern at the State Attorney’s Office, Ninth Judicial Circuit. During that time, Imran prosecuted various criminal matters. Now, he uses that experience to help in the defense of his clients.
Imran has also served as law clerk to Circuit Court Judge Walter Komanski, of the Ninth Judicial Circuit. This experience provided Imran was a unique view from “behind the bench” where crucial experience was gained in how cases are properly presented to the Court and what Judges expect from attorneys practicing in their courtroom.
While in Law School, Imran was selected to the prestigious Moot Court Honors Board where he competed in the Saul Lefkowitz Trademark and Unfair Competition, Moot Court Competition in 2006 and 2007. His performance at the 2006 competition earned him “Best Newcomer” on the Moot Court Honors Board 2006. Also, he was selected to serve as Vice Justice of the Honors Board for the 2006/2007 academic year. In 2007, Imran and his teammate achieved the second best overall brief and oral argument and third best oral advocacy team in the Southwest region of the competition.
Imran has had the opportunity to travel extensively throughout the world including numerous countries in Africa, Asia and Europe allowing him to be able to connect and communicate with people from all walks of life effectively. He lives in Orlando with his wife and enjoys playing in his soccer league and watching the Orlando Magic.
Attorney Andreas Study – Orlando, Florida
andreas studyAttorney Andreas Study joined the firm in February 2014. Andreas primarily practices insurance law and criminal defense. As a litigator and a counselor, Andreas uses practical problem solving to unwind complex insurance disputes. By employing sound legal principles, Andreas strives to re-introduce common sense into the courtroom. Mr. Study has helped many homeowners receive the true value of their insurance claims. Andreas also helps contractors who find themselves unpaid or shortchanged by insurance companies receive honest pay for honest work
Born and raised in Winter Park, Florida, Andreas has a deep commitment to providing Central Floridians with the best legal services possible. This is the area where he grew up and the people who live here helped shaped his views on life. As such he continues to volunteer with his local church and other groups to help educate Floridians on their legal rights.
Mr. Study received a bachelor’s degree in History from Florida State University. Upon graduation, Andreas enrolled in law school at Nova Southeastern University Shepard Broad Law Center located in Fort. Lauderdale, Florida. While in law school, Andreas was heavily involved in intramural sports at Nova Southeastern University and he helped lead his basketball team to an intramural championship in 2012.
Attorney Neely Peden – Orlando, Florida
Neely Peden Attorney OrlandoAttorney Neely Peden primarily practices family law, probate, tax, and estate planning. Neely helps clients through difficult periods in their lives with compassionate and assertive advocacy. She values respect, forthrightness, and persistence both in and out of the courtroom.
Neely was raised near Seattle, Washington. She has a Bachelor of Arts degree from Western Michigan University. She taught English for several years at Valencia College before pursuing her passion for the law. After receiving her law degree from Barry University School of Law, she enrolled in the University of Alabama School of Law to further study taxation and estate planning.
She resides in west Orlando, and is an active member of the Central Florida Women Lawyers Association, the Orange County Public Schools Teach In program, and the Paul C. Perkins Bar Association. Neely also serves as a Guardian Ad Litem for the Orange County Bar Association.
It is with highly analytical thinking and detail-oriented work that Ms. Peden continues to provide quality representation and personable counseling to the Central Florida area.
Attorney Nicholas LaFountain – Orlando, Fl
fav indNicholas LaFountain began his career as an insurance adjuster working for large insurance corporations. During this time, he handled bodily injury claims resulting from serious auto, truck, motorcycle, bicycle and pedestrian accidents as well as premises liability, slip and falls, dog bites and product liability cases. Now, as a practicing personal injury & insurance dispute attorney, Nicholas brings 12 years of insurance experience on top of his legal experience to work for you.
Nicholas has lived in Florida since he was seventeen years old. After high school, Nicholas joined the United States Marine Corps and served proudly in Operation Desert Shield/Storm. As a result of an injury while serving, Nicholas was medically retired. Nicholas received his bachelor’s degree in business administration from the University of Central Florida. After several years working for insurance companies as an adjuster, Nicholas attended law school, receiving his juris doctorate from Barry University School of Law in Orlando Florida.
Nicholas is licensed to practice law in all Florida Courts as well as the United States Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims and United States District Court for the Middle District of Florida. In addition, Nicholas is accredited by the United States Veterans Administration to handle all veteran’s disability cases.