Personal Injury

Has a person or corporation or other entity injured you or a loved one or caused the death of a loved one? We are experts at handling a wide range of personal injury and wrongful death claims and would be proud to give you a free consultation and act as your attorneys.

Estate planning allows you to make decisions now about your Will and estate that will eliminate the burden from your loved ones later. Wills and Trusts protect the interests of both you and your family.

Protecting your property interests includes hiring an experienced real estate lawyer who knows the complexities of Florida real estate laws and has the skills and resources to successfully negotiate contracts and closings.

What can you do when a business doesn’t keep its promises to you? When they don’t do what they said they were going to do? Commercial litigation can arise from a breach in contract, any time one party promised to do something in a written contract or agreement and fails to do what they said.

Civil litigation is a legal dispute between two or more parties that seek money damages, an injunction to prevent certain activities from occurring, and/or specific performance rather than criminal penalties.

“Excellent experience!”

Excellent experience with very good results, I am very happy and satisfied with the Goldstein, Buckley, Cechman, Rice & Purtz law firm I, especially Mr. Christopher Smith who at all times during the process of my case was very honest, correct and efficient...

Sergio-Leydi C.

“Wonderful!”

Attorney Purtz and the entire staff have been wonderful. They went above and beyond. Highly recommended!!

Burton P.

"This law firm is awesome!"

This law firm is awesome. They were very thorough and attention to detail. If you have any issues that need quick results this is the one. Please always think of them for all your lawyer needs.....

John W.

"Accident case"

Goldstein, Buckley, Cechman, Rice and Purtz, PA was the only law firm who would take our car accident case. Andrea Pleimling Smith was very thorough, explained everything in a very detailed fashion, and was easy to reach when questions arose...

Karen and David B.

"Thank you again for everything"

Thank you again for everything you did for me. Your compassion and concern was greatly appreciated. I have all the faith in the world with you by my side. If ever I know someone who needs an attorney, I will recommend your office...

Terri D.

"Great service!"

We have used Goldstetin, Buckley, Cechman, Rice & Purtz in the past and presently and they always provide great customer service. They are very knowledgeable and thorough in their representation and always go the extra mile to make sure we're represented fairly...

Nick A.

"Fantastic"

Attorney Chris Smith and his ladies are fantastic! Talk about team work. Attorney Smith has taken my case from a standstill and has since moved in further along than the last attorney within months. He has showed me constant respect, and understanding...

Marie M.

"Amazing attorney!"

Andrea Smith is an amazing attorney! She helped me out with my case for a car accident and was a pleasure to deal with the whole time. I also want to complement everyone else I have dealt with in both the Fort Myers office and Port Charlotte office...

Chris C.

"Pleasure Working"

I had the pleasure of working with attorney chris Smith, my experience with him was outstanding. From everything from advice to helping me understand and navigate the system.

Marlin B.

About Our Team

Our Experience

Goldstein, Buckley, Cechman, Rice & Purtz offers four attorneys who are Board Certified by the Florida Bar in Civil Trial Law, Business Litigation and Construction Law, as well as attorneys who are certified in Civil Trial Advocacy by the National Board of Trial Advocacy.

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About Our Team

Christopher Smith

Managing Partner

Personal Injury, Wrongful Death, Motor Vehicle Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Slip/Trip and Falls

"Attorney Smith is an effective communicator, negotiator and thinks outside the box." -Therese

About Our Team

Andrea Pleimling Smith

Partner

Personal Injury, Wrongful Death, Motor Vehicle Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Slip/Trip and Falls

"Andrea Smith is an amazing attorney! She helped me out with my case for a car accident and was a pleasure to deal with the whole time." -Chris C

About Our Team

Richard L. Purtz

Managing Partner

Personal Injury, Wrongful Death, Motor Vehicle Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Slip/Trip and Falls

"Attorney Richard L Purtz of GBCR&P came highly recommended by a close family member. Mr. Purtz and the rest of the staff are highly professional, knowledgeable, friendly and extremely approachable!" -Blantina J

About Our Team

John B. Cechman

Partner

Personal Injury, Medical Malpractice, Wrongful Death, Motor Vehicle Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Slip/Trip and Falls

"We are very impressed with the way Mr. Cechman made himself acquainted with the medicine Cliff was taking and the problems it can cause if taken away abruptly. So glad I found you as we feel we are in good hands." -Delores L.

About Our Team

Stephen W. Buckley

Partner

Wills, Trusts, Estate Planning, Probate, Real Estate and Real Property Law

"Steve is our attorney in Florida, and we are happy to have him. Consistent, excellent advice. " -Carolyn D

About Our Team

J. Jeffrey Rice

Former Managing Partner

Commercial Law, Construction Law, Construction Lien Cases and Real Estate Closings

"Made the bankruptcy process a painless process and put us at ease with everything. It was a very difficult decision for us to file for bankruptcy and the knowledge and professionalism of Jeff Rice made it easy for us." -Martindale-Hubbell Review

Free Attorney Consultation

Established in 1962, Goldstein, Buckley, Cechman, Rice & Purtz, P.A. cares about and serves the legal needs of our neighbors, with six convenient offices in Southwest Florida

Call us today to schedule your free attorney consultation.

239-500-4878 HURT

OR CLICK HEREGo to Contact Form FOR CONTACT FORM

Personal Injury

Has a person or corporation or other entity injured you or a loved one or caused the death of a loved one? We are experts at handling a wide range of personal injury and wrongful death claims and would be proud to give you a free consultation and act as your attorneys.

Wills/Trusts/Estates

Estate planning allows you to make decisions now about your Will and estate that will eliminate the burden from your loved ones later. Wills and Trusts protect the interests of both you and your family.

Real Estate

Protecting your property interests includes hiring an experienced real estate lawyer who knows the complexities of Florida real estate laws and has the skills and resources to successfully negotiate contracts and closings.

Commercial Litigation

What can you do when a business doesn’t keep its promises to you? When they don’t do what they said they were going to do? Commercial litigation can arise from a breach in contract, any time one party promised to do something in a written contract or agreement and fails to do what they said.

General Civil Litigation

Civil litigation is a legal dispute between two or more parties that seek money damages, an injunction to prevent certain activities from occurring, and/or specific performance rather than criminal penalties.

Top Rated Southwest Florida Attorneys

“Excellent experience!”

Excellent experience with very good results, I am very happy and satisfied with the Goldstein, Buckley, Cechman, Rice & Purtz law firm I, especially Mr. Christopher Smith who at all times during the process of my case was very honest, correct and efficient...

Sergio-Leydi C.

“Wonderful!”

Attorney Purtz and the entire staff have been wonderful. They went above and beyond. Highly recommended!!

Burton P.

"This law firm is awesome!"

This law firm is awesome. They were very thorough and attention to detail. If you have any issues that need quick results this is the one. Please always think of them for all your lawyer needs.....

John W.

"Accident case"

Goldstein, Buckley, Cechman, Rice and Purtz, PA was the only law firm who would take our car accident case. Andrea Pleimling Smith was very thorough, explained everything in a very detailed fashion, and was easy to reach when questions arose...

Karen and David B.

"Thank you again for everything"

Thank you again for everything you did for me. Your compassion and concern was greatly appreciated. I have all the faith in the world with you by my side. If ever I know someone who needs an attorney, I will recommend your office...

Terri D.

"Great service!"

We have used Goldstetin, Buckley, Cechman, Rice & Purtz in the past and presently and they always provide great customer service. They are very knowledgeable and thorough in their representation and always go the extra mile to make sure we're represented fairly...

Nick A.

"Fantastic"

Attorney Chris Smith and his ladies are fantastic! Talk about team work. Attorney Smith has taken my case from a standstill and has since moved in further along than the last attorney within months. He has showed me constant respect, and understanding...

Marie M.

"Amazing attorney!"

Andrea Smith is an amazing attorney! She helped me out with my case for a car accident and was a pleasure to deal with the whole time. I also want to complement everyone else I have dealt with in both the Fort Myers office and Port Charlotte office...

Chris C.

"Pleasure Working"

I had the pleasure of working with attorney chris Smith, my experience with him was outstanding. From everything from advice to helping me understand and navigate the system.

Marlin B.

About Our Team

Our Experience

About Our Team

Christopher Smith

Managing Partner

Personal Injury, Wrongful Death, Motor Vehicle Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Slip/Trip and Falls

"Attorney Smith is an effective communicator, negotiator and thinks outside the box." -Therese

About Our Team

Andrea Pleimling Smith

Partner

Personal Injury, Wrongful Death, Motor Vehicle Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Slip/Trip and Falls

"Andrea Smith is an amazing attorney! She helped me out with my case for a car accident and was a pleasure to deal with the whole time." -Chris C

About Our Team

Richard L. Purtz

Managing Partner

Personal Injury, Wrongful Death, Motor Vehicle Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Slip/Trip and Falls

"Attorney Richard L Purtz of GBCR&P came highly recommended by a close family member. Mr. Purtz and the rest of the staff are highly professional, knowledgeable, friendly and extremely approachable!" -Blantina J

About Our Team

John B. Cechman

Partner

Personal Injury, Medical Malpractice, Wrongful Death, Motor Vehicle Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Slip/Trip and Falls

"We are very impressed with the way Mr. Cechman made himself acquainted with the medicine Cliff was taking and the problems it can cause if taken away abruptly. So glad I found you as we feel we are in good hands." -Delores L.

About Our Team

Stephen W. Buckley

Partner

Wills, Trusts, Estate Planning, Probate, Real Estate and Real Property Law

"Steve is our attorney in Florida, and we are happy to have him. Consistent, excellent advice. " -Carolyn D

About Our Team

J. Jeffrey Rice

Former Managing Partner

Commercial Law, Construction Law, Construction Lien Cases and Real Estate Closings

"Made the bankruptcy process a painless process and put us at ease with everything. It was a very difficult decision for us to file for bankruptcy and the knowledge and professionalism of Jeff Rice made it easy for us." -Martindale-Hubbell Review

Free Attorney Consultation

Established in 1962, Goldstein, Buckley, Cechman, Rice & Purtz, P.A. cares about and serves the legal needs of our neighbors, with six convenient offices in Southwest Florida

Call us today to schedule your free attorney consultation.

OR CLICK HEREGo to Contact Form FOR CONTACT FORM

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