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Legal Eagles

Melbourne and Cocoa, Florida - Attorneys at Law

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Cocoa: (321) 631-0506

319 Riveredge Boulevard
Cocoa, FL 32922

Melbourne: (321) 676-2150

1735 Hibiscus Boulevard
Melbourne, FL 32901

  • Family Law
    • Divorce Topics
      • The No Fault Concept
      • Adultery
      • Contested versus Uncontested Divorce
      • Paralegal or No?
      • Resolving the Uncontested Divorce
      • Ten Divorce Mistakes to Avoid
      • The Contested Divorce
      • Alimony
      • Kinds of Alimony
      • “What are My Property Rights?”
      • Legal Separation
      • What is Mediation?
      • The Value of Mediation
      • Collaborative Divorce
      • Shared Parental Responsibility for Children
      • Joint Parenting through Parenting Plans
      • How Much Child Support?
      • Handling Emergency Problems
      • Regarding Marriage Counseling
    • Paternity
      • Establishing Paternity
      • Blood and Genetic Tests
      • The New Custody & Visitation
      • Child Support in Paternity Cases
      • Children’s Rights
    • Child Support & Other Issues
      • Child Support Guidelines
      • Supervised/Restricted Visitation
      • Relocating Out of State with Children
      • Interstate Custody Battles
      • Modifying Time-Sharing & Child Support
      • Medical Expenses and Education
    • Domestic Violence
      • About Domestic Violence
      • Deciding to Get an Injunction
      • Domestic Violence Injunctions
      • What to do When Accused of Abuse
    • Cohabitation Agreements
  • Criminal Defense
    • Arrests
      • Arrest and Your Constitutional Rights
      • What To Do if You are Accused of a Crime
      • Agreeing to a Statement or Consenting to a Search
      • Release from Jail and Posting Bond
      • Bond Hearings
    • Felonies
      • Felonies: an Overview
      • Felony Drug Offenses
      • Firearm Offenses
      • Forfeiture of Vehicles and Property in Drug Cases
      • Sex Offenses
      • Child Abuse Offenses
      • Aggravated Battery / Aggravated Assault
      • Grand Theft and Dealing in Stolen Property
      • Violation of Probation or Community Control
      • Habitual Felony Offenders
      • 10/20/Life
      • Other Felony Charges
    • Juvenile Offenses
      • If Your Child is Arrested
      • Crimes Involving Minors
      • Does Your Child Need an Attorney?
      • Can a Juvenile Conviction Harm Your Child’s Future?
      • Juvenile Trials
      • Can Your Child be Tried as an Adult?
    • Misdemeanors
      • Misdemeanors: an Overview
      • Misdemeanor Drug Offenses
      • Misdemeanor Sex Offenses
      • Assault and Battery
      • Shoplifting/Retail Theft
      • Other Misdemeanor Charges
    • Sentencing Alternatives
      • Can You Stay Out of Jail?
      • Deferred Prosecution
      • Community Control
      • Felony Probation
      • Misdemeanor Probation
      • House Arrest/Electronic Monitoring
      • Youthful Offender Sentencing
      • Appeals
    • Violation of Probation or Community Control
  • DUI
    • DUI Defense
      • The Nightmare of DUI Cases
      • Additional Consequences
      • Loss of Your Driver’s License
      • Formal and Informal Review Hearings
      • More Bad News
      • “Failing” a Breath Test Doesn’t Make You Guilty
      • Refusing or Doing Poorly on Field Sobriety Exercises
      • Suppressing Breath Test Results
      • DUI Felonies
      • DUI Accidents
    • Criminal Traffic Offenses
      • Driving While License Suspended
      • Fleeing or Eluding a Police Officer
      • Leaving the Scene of an Accident
      • Reckless Driving
      • Habitual Traffic Offenders
  • Personal Injury
    • Automobile Accidents
      • What Should I Do if I am Injured in an Automobile Accident?
      • Who Pays for the Car Repairs?
      • What if I am Injured?
      • What if the at Fault Party Does Not Have Insurance?
      • What Happens to My Claim after I am through Treating with My Doctor?
    • Attorney Procedures
      • What will an Attorney do in a Personal Injury Case?
      • How is the Attorney Paid?
    • Other Personal Injuries
      • What About Other Personal Injuries?
    • Workers’ Compensation
      • What if I am Hurt on the Job?
    • Comparative Negligence
      • What is Comparative Negligence
  • Wills & Probate
    • The Importance of a Will
    • The Process of Probate
  • Foreclosure Defense
    • Foreclosure
      • The Dos and Don’ts of Foreclosure
      • Settlement Options
    • Bankruptcy
      • The Dos and Don’ts of Bankruptcy
      • Chapter 7 vs. 13
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    Family Law

    Family Law covers far more than divorce, child support, and the division of marital property.  Family law—often referred to simply as “Divorce Law”—spreads far and wide over many subjects: relocating out-of-state with children, modifying alimony, determining the paternity of a child, the meaning of important language in marital settlement …
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    Criminal Defense

    We fight hard for clients facing criminal charges. And we fight just as hard for our juvenile clients. We start with straight talk about the law and your chances in court. Next we talk to witnesses, prosecutors, police—anyone who impacts your case. Knowing the system is one thing, but doing what it takes to make it work for you is another. To …
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    DUI

    Our firm has been in the forefront of DUI defense for over 30 years and has handled hundreds of cases. To learn more about DUI and how the attorneys at Mario, Gunde, Peters, Rhoden & Kelley- Attorneys and Counselors at Law can help you, refer to the menus above or contact one of our experienced lawyers at either of our two locations. …
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    Personal Injury

    The attorneys at Mario, Gunde, Peters, Rhoden & Kelley Attorneys and Counselors at Law have handled numerous cases involving Personal Injury over the years. Refer to the menus above or contact one of our experienced lawyers at either of our two locations. …
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    Wills & Probate

    Working with an experienced attorney is essential whether you are planning for the future by creating a will or going through the probate process. A solid understanding of Florida and Federal statutes is needed. The attorneys at Mario, Gunde, Peters, Rhoden & Kelley have the comprehensive knowledge to assist you in either area. …
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    Foreclosure Defense

    Your home is your castle.  At Mario, Gunde, Peters, Rhoden & Kelley, we know how scary it can be when your home is threatened.  We can stop or delay a foreclosure and help you stay in your home. Our attorneys have successfully defended hundreds of clients, utilizing a variety of tools such as dismissals, loan modifications, consent to …
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Mario, Gunde, Peters, Rhoden & Kelley

If you are concerned about a legal matter call our firm 24/7 for a free consultation. A few minutes on the phone could save you thousands of dollars, help you avoid heartache or keep you out of jail. Some legal issues require immediate action, preserving evidence for example. We can help you make the correct decision. Call right now to speak with an attorney.

How to Choose a Lawyer

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You want to hire the right lawyer for the right price. How do you choose the right lawyer for you? Here's some guidance from Mario, Gunde, Peters, Rhoden and Kelley. A Word About Fees "How much is it going to cost?" Fees are something to talk about only after you've discussed your case. No good …
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Recent Blog Posts

The Biggest Saver
Guest Post:  Bonnie Klein Rhoden, J.D.Candidate (12/2013)\r\n\r\nEven in the midst of divorce or other family law turmoil, it’s important to keep a finger on the pulse of your fiscal health. Just as di...
The Top 10 List: Alternatives to Foreclosure
Facing a foreclosure? We can help! This article will provide you with valuable information about the alternatives to foreclosure. This month’s “Top 10 List” focuses on the alternatives to forecl...
Alimony Reform Bills
Continuing a trend that began with alimony reform in 2010 and 2011 the Florida legislature is considering bills that would restrict alimony awards.  In my experience as a Brevard County divorce attor...
What You Need to Know about Violation of Probation or Community Control a.k.a. “House Arrest”
If you or your family member have a Violation of Probation (VOP) or Violation of Community Control (VOCC) you need an experienced attorney to help you navigate the process. You should not enter a plea...
Cocoa Village Mardi Gras!
Legal Eagles is proud to be a part of this years Cocoa Village Mardi Gras celebration by taking part in the Central Florida News 13 PARADE OF FLOATS! Our entry has been building under a veil of secr...
Dealing in Stolen Property
Florida Statutes 812.019 defines Dealing in Stolen Property as: Any person who traffics in, or endeavors to traffic in, property that he or she knows or should know was stolen shall be guilty of a fel...
A Divorce is Not a Sports Event
A dissolution of marriage is not intended to produce a clear “winner”.  When a husband and wife decide to part, neither is going to get exactly what they want, especially if the case must be trie...
Alimony
If you are dealing with an alimony issue the place to start is with Florida Statute 61.08. The full text is easy to find online. This statute establishes the law in Florida. Read the statute carefully...
Media Manipulation
The opposing sides in the Trayvon Martin-George Zimmerman case continue to try the case in the court of public opinion. Most recently the defense attorney, Mark O\'Mara, released a photograph of Zimmer...

Legal Eagles

Mario, Gunde, Peters, Rhoden & Kelley is the largest and most experienced criminal and family law firm in Brevard County. We have over 100 years of combined experience. Our attorneys have had jury trials in almost every type of criminal charge from Death Penalty cases to simple misdemeanors.

The firm is very experienced in divorce litigation including complex divorces that cross international or state boundaries and appeals to the Florida Supreme Court that changed Florida law. As Attorneys and Counselors at law we know your desires and needs are paramount in family law cases. We bring compassion as well as competence to your case.

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Service Areas

Mario, Gunde, Peters, Rhoden & Kelley – Attorneys and Counselors at Law has two locations in Melbourne and Cocoa, Florida, and serves Brevard County, Volusia County, Orange County and Seminole County including the Central Florida and Space Coast communitiies of Melbourne, Cocoa, Cocoa Beach, Altamonte Springs, Palm Bay, Deltona, Winter Park, Titusville, Satellite Beach, Melbourne Beach, Malabar, Merritt Island, Rockledge, Viera, Cape Canaveral, and Orlando.

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Mario, Gunde, Peters, Rhoden & Kelley – Attorneys and Counselors at Law is a full service law firm offering representation in all areas of family law, criminal defense and juvenile offenses, misdemeanors, DUI cases and criminal traffic offenses, personal injury, bankruptcy, comparative negligence, wills, probate, and foreclosure defense.

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