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Maryann J. Farhat

Maryann J. Farhat is a distinguished attorney who brings a wealth of expertise in complex business and real estate matters. Prior to joining the firm, she served as General Counsel for Hakimian Holdings, where she honed her strategic legal acumen.

Mrs. Farhat’s practice is deeply rooted in representing business owners, investors, and individuals in civil litigation, spanning contract negotiations and disputes, foreclosures, property disputes, construction defects, and title insurance claims, as well as probate and trust litigation. Known for her unwavering commitment to justice, Mrs. Farhat uses her knowledge, experience, and passion for helping others to zealously advocate for her clients. Mrs. Farhat is admitted to practice in all state and federal courts in Florida.

Her legal career began at Florida’s largest civil defense firm, where she represented and defended major insurance carriers in cases involving personal injury, negligence, and insurance fraud. Her exceptional performance and keen business sense quickly propelled her to the role of Managing Partner at a business, real estate, and estate planning law firm in Jacksonville.

Beyond her professional achievements, Mrs. Farhat is dedicated to giving back to her community. She actively supports several charities, including the local chapters of the American Cancer Society and Best Buddies, and collaborates with the local legal aid society, offering her expertise to support low-income families in need of legal assistance.

Mrs. Farhat earned her Juris Doctor from Stetson University College of Law, following a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from the University of Central Florida. During her studies, she expanded her legal knowledge internationally, including studying Comparative Trial Advocacy at Oxford University in England. Her contributions to the legal field are also recognized in several publications by Charles H. Rose, III, including the acclaimed “Fundamental Trial Advocacy, 3rd Edition.”

Mrs. Farhat’s career is marked by a blend of legal prowess, strategic insight, and a profound dedication to her clients and community.

  • Business
  • Contract
  • Construction
  • Guardianship
  • Litigation
  • Probate
  • Real Estate
  • Probate, Trust, &
  • Insurance Defense
  • Stetson University College of Law, Juris Doctor
  • University of Central Florida, Bachelor of Science, Psychology
  • District of Columbia
  • Florida
  • U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida
  • U.S. District Court, Northern District of Florida
  • U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida
  • Martindale Hubbell AV Preeminent Peer Rated Attorney
  • Martindale Hubbell Platinum Client Champion
  • American Cancer Society
  • Best Buddies
  • Northeast Florida Builders Association (NEFBA)
  • The Women’s Board of Wolfson’s Children’s Hospital

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