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OUR TEAM

We Are Small
For A Reason

Winning results is what makes a difference for our clients.

At The Gufford Law Firm, P.A., there are always “two sets of eyes” looking at everything that goes on in any particular case.

Joseph Lafayette Gufford

Practice Areas

  • Family Law
  • Divorce
  • Child Custody
  • Domestic Violence
  • Guardianship
Owner and Attorney

Joseph L. Gufford, III

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Professional Associations

  • Martin County Bar Association,
    Chairman, Family Law Committee,
    2008-2009

Education

  • Stetson University College of Law,
    St. Petersburg, Florida
    • J.D. – 1990
  • University of Florida, Gainesville, FL
    • Major: Political Science
Cheryl Pallack
Senior Paralegal &
Office Manager

Cheryl Pallack

Cheryl has worked in family law for over 17 years, the majority of that time has been with The Gufford Law Firm. Cheryl’s duties as a Senior Paralegal include preparing for and assisting in trial, drafting petitions, motions, discovery requests, document review/production, legal research and case management.

As our Office Manager she maintains all of the back-office support for the firm law. She earned an Advanced Certified Paralegal Certification through NALA in 2011, and now has the following Advanced Specialty areas: Family Law Child Custody, Support and Visitation, Family Law Division of Property and Spousal Support, Family Law Dissolution Case Management, Family Law Adoption and Assisted Reproduction and Trial Practice.

Credentials

  • Indian River State College
    A.S. Degree in Paralegal Studies
  • Advanced Certified Paralegal through NALA
    (National Association of Legal Assistants)
Senior Paralegal &
Office Manager

Cheryl Pallack

Cheryl has worked in family law for over 17 years, the majority of that time has been with The Gufford Law Firm. Cheryl’s duties as a Senior Paralegal include preparing for and assisting in trial, drafting petitions, motions, discovery requests, document review/production, legal research and case management.

As our Office Manager she maintains all of the back-office support for the firm law. She earned an Advanced Certified Paralegal Certification through NALA in 2011, and now has the following Advanced Specialty areas: Family Law Child Custody, Support and Visitation, Family Law Division of Property and Spousal Support, Family Law Dissolution Case Management, Family Law Adoption and Assisted Reproduction and Trial Practice.

Donna Milano
Paralegal

Donna Milano

Donna started her career in New York, with a background in business administration and accounting for large corporations such as Snapple and Davis Vision. She transitioned to the legal field and began working in the legal department of the headquarters for the Olsten Corporation, where she assisted in EEOC claims for nationwide offices, and assisted in international mergers and acquisitions.

Upon her relocation to Florida in 1998, Donna obtained her first paralegal position in the field of family law, and has continued to expand her legal knowledge and gain valuable experience. She has been with the Gufford Law Firm since 2015. Donna’s duties include drafting petitions, motions, discovery requests, case management, preparing for and assisting in trial.

Credentials

  • Nassau Community College
    Paralegal Studies
    Institutional Honors: Dean’s List
  • Briarcliffe College
    A.A.S. Business Administration
Paralegal

Donna Milano

Donna started her career in New York, with a background in business administration and accounting for large corporations such as Snapple and Davis Vision. She transitioned to the legal field and began working in the legal department of the headquarters for the Olsten Corporation, where she assisted in EEOC claims for nationwide offices, and assisted in international mergers and acquisitions.

Upon her relocation to Florida in 1998, Donna obtained her first paralegal position in the field of family law, and has continued to expand her legal knowledge and gain valuable experience. She has been with the Gufford Law Firm since 2015. Donna’s duties include drafting petitions, motions, discovery requests, case management, preparing for and assisting in trial.

Deanna Merrell
Legal Assistant

Deanna Merrell

Deanna has been with our firm since 2015. She started her career with us as a receptionist and through her hard work and dedication now holds the title of Legal Assistant. Deanna is responsible for propounding and responding to discovery, preparing mediation and hearing binders as well as assisting with trial preparation. Deanna is very enthusiastic and encouraging, which makes her an invaluable member of the Gufford Law Firm family.