Mediation Attorneys in Plant City, FL
Mediation lawyers in Plant City, FL serving Hillsborough County & Tampa Bay. Our Mediation & Collaborative Law fight aggressively for Plant City clients — 35+ years of real results. Call 813-653-2500 for a consultation.
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Plant City is world-famous as the "Strawberry Capital of the World" and the heart of Hillsborough County's agricultural industry. Curry Law Group serves Plant City residents, farming operations, agribusinesses, and small businesses with specialized legal expertise in personal injury, workers' compensation, business law, estate planning, real estate, and probate matters. Our attorneys understand the unique needs of Plant City's farming families, seasonal agricultural workers, and the growing residential community. We've served Plant City for over 35 years with local court knowledge and personalized service.
Population
35,000+
Founded
1884
Why Choose Curry Law Group for Mediation & Collaborative Law in Plant City?
- ✓ Experience with agricultural business law, farming operations, and agribusiness
- ✓ Knowledge of Plant City's farming community, seasonal workforce, and harvest cycles
- ✓ Representation for small business owners, entrepreneurs, and family-owned farms
- ✓ Family law services for Plant City families and multi-generational households
- ✓ Quick response time for local clients and emergency consultations
- ✓ Understanding of workers' compensation for agricultural and industrial workers
- ✓ Estate planning expertise for farming families with significant land and equipment assets
- ✓ Real estate and property law for rural estates and agricultural land
About Plant City, Florida
Plant City is world-famous as the "Strawberry Capital of the World," hosting the annual Florida Strawberry Festival that draws over 500,000 visitors each spring (late February through early March) to celebrate the region's agricultural heritage with concerts, rides, exhibits, and the famous Strawberry Queen's Pageant. The historic downtown district features beautifully preserved buildings from the 1920s, local craft breweries including Cigar City Brewing's Plant City location and Independent Brewing Company, the Plant City Municipal Auditorium (hosting concerts, trade shows, and community events), and unique local restaurants and antique shops. The community maintains its agricultural roots with numerous strawberry farms (producing the majority of America's winter strawberries shipped nationwide from December through March), the Florida Strawberry Festival Museum showcasing festival history and memorabilia, and serves as a major hub for winter vegetable production (tomatoes, peppers, cucumbers) shipping to grocery stores across the eastern United States. Plant City's residential areas offer affordable housing options, top-rated schools including Plant City High School (home of the Thundering Herd), Plant City Middle School, and multiple elementary schools, plus convenient access to I-4 for commuters to Tampa (30 minutes west), Lakeland (20 minutes east), and Orlando (45 minutes east). The community hosts regular farmers markets at the Plant City Civic Center featuring local produce and artisan goods, the Strawberry Festival Queen's Pageant, holiday parades, and maintains strong ties to its agricultural heritage through the Plant City Historical Society (preserving local history since 1976), Florida Strawberry Growers Association (founded 1953), and annual Farm City Day celebrations connecting urban residents with local agriculture. The area has seen significant growth in recent years with new residential developments, retail expansion along James L. Redman Parkway and State Road 60, the addition of major retailers and restaurants, while maintaining its small-town charm and agricultural identity. Plant City offers a unique blend of rural heritage and modern amenities, with community parks including McLeod Park (sports facilities, playgrounds), Plant City Dog Park, the Plant City Recreation Department offering youth sports and programs, and easy access to nearby attractions like Alafia River State Park and the Tampa Bay area.
Local Landmarks & Amenities
Landmarks
Florida Strawberry Festival grounds (300 acres), Plant City Municipal Auditorium, Plant City Historical Museum, downtown historic district, Cigar City Brewing Plant City, Independent Brewing Company, McLeod Park, Strawberry Festival Museum, local strawberry farms and packing houses
Nearby Amenities
Near Plant City High School, Florida Strawberry Festival grounds (300-acre fairgrounds), McLeod Park (sports complex), local farms and farmers markets, Plant City Municipal Auditorium, downtown breweries and restaurants
Local Information
Schools
Hillsborough County Schools - Plant City High School (Thundering Herd), Plant City Middle School, Plant City Elementary, McKitrick Elementary, Reddick Elementary
Courts We Serve
Hillsborough County Courthouse (downtown Tampa), Plant City court facilities, Hillsborough County Clerk of Court Plant City office
Neighborhoods We Serve in Plant City
Downtown Plant City
Historic district, 1920s architecture, breweries, restaurants, antique shops, local businesses
Plant City Center
Commercial corridor, James L. Redman Parkway, shopping centers, medical facilities
Agricultural Areas
Strawberry farms, vegetable farms, rural estates, agricultural operations, packing houses
North Plant City
Residential neighborhoods, family homes, Plant City High School, local parks
South Plant City
Growing suburbs, new construction communities, convenient I-4 access, retail development
East Plant City
Established neighborhoods, larger lots, rural properties, agricultural transition
West Plant City
Suburban development, commuter-friendly, Tampa access, newer homes
Kingswood
Golf course community, upscale homes, country club amenities, gated sections
35 minutes from Brandon headquarters via I-75 North to I-4 East (Exit 7) or SR-60 East to James L. Redman Parkway
Conveniently Located Near Plant City
Our Brandon office is just a short drive from Plant City. Stop by or call ahead — we offer in-person and virtual consultations to clients throughout Hillsborough County.
Curry Law Group, P.A.
750 W Lumsden Rd, Brandon, FL 33511
813-653-2500Key Legal Terms
Important Mediation Terms
Understanding these terms can help you make informed decisions about your case.
Caucus
A private meeting between the mediator and one party during mediation, held separately from the other side. Caucuses let parties share confidential concerns and explore settlement options.
Read full definitionCollaborative Law
A structured dispute-resolution process in which both parties and their attorneys agree to resolve issues out of court, often used in family law to avoid litigation.
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A point in negotiations where the parties cannot reach agreement on one or more issues. A mediator may use techniques such as a mediator's proposal to help break the impasse.
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A negotiation approach focusing on each party's underlying needs and goals rather than fixed positions, used in mediation and collaborative law to find mutually acceptable solutions.
Read full definitionMediation
A voluntary, confidential process in which a neutral mediator helps disputing parties reach their own agreement without a judge deciding the outcome.
Read full definitionMemorandum of Understanding
A document summarizing the points of agreement reached in mediation or collaborative law. It is often the basis for a formal, binding settlement agreement prepared afterward.
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What Clients Say About Our Attorneys
What Clients Say About Clifton
Clients consistently praise Clifton's commanding courtroom presence and the confidence he instills from the very first meeting. As an AV-rated trial lawyer with decades in the courtroom, he is known for taking on tough civil and personal injury cases — and delivering results that earn the respect of judges and peers alike.
What Clients Appreciate
What Clients Say About Daniel
Clients highlight Dan's relentless preparation and the genuine concern he shows injured people throughout their recovery. A former prosecutor turned personal injury advocate, he brings a rare insider's perspective, and clients say that thoroughness shows in how carefully he builds every case.
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What Clients Say About Mark
Clients value Mark's steady, strategic approach to high-stakes family and commercial disputes. With more than 35 years in Florida courtrooms, he is praised for cutting through complexity and giving clients a clear, calm path forward even in the most contentious matters.
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What Clients Say About Nicole
Clients describe Nicole as compassionate and deeply attentive, especially in sensitive family law and estate planning matters. Her background with the Child and Family Law Journal shows in the care she brings to divorce, paternity, and post-divorce cases, where clients say she makes a difficult process feel manageable.
What Clients Appreciate
What Clients Say About Claudia
Clients appreciate Claudia's balanced, mediation-driven approach to family law. As both a veteran family law attorney and a trained mediator, she is known for resolving contentious divorces and custody disputes with empathy and fairness, helping families move forward without unnecessary conflict.
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Related Legal Forms
Post-Dissolution Modification
For modifications to existing divorce decrees, custody, or support orders.
Paternity Questionnaire
Complete for paternity establishment, custody, and child support matters.
Postnuptial Agreement
Information form for postnuptial agreement requests covering property and debt.
Top-Asked Questions
Mediation is a confidential process where a neutral third party (mediator) helps you and the other side communicate and negotiate a settlement. The mediator doesn't decide the case—you do. Mediation is faster, cheaper, and less adversarial than litigation. Many courts require it before trial. We represent your interests throughout.
Mediation is collaborative and private; litigation is adversarial and public. Mediation focuses on interests and creative solutions; litigation decides who's right. Mediation typically costs less and takes months instead of years. You control the outcome in mediation; judges decide in court.
Collaborative law is a process where both parties commit to settling without litigation. Each side has an attorney, and you work with a team (mediator, financial advisor, child specialist) to reach fair agreements. It's especially effective for family law matters. If collaborative efforts fail, both attorneys withdraw.
Yes. In Florida, mediation is confidential and privileged. What's said in mediation cannot be used in court or disclosed without permission. This confidentiality encourages honest communication. Settlement agreements are not confidential unless the parties agree to keep them private.
Yes. If mediation doesn't result in full settlement, unresolved issues can go to court. However, many cases settle in whole or in part through mediation, reducing litigation costs and scope. Even partial settlements from mediation benefit you and the court.
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