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Meredith Leigh Gaunce
About Meredith
Biography
Meredith has been practicing law for nearly a decade. She grew up in Savannah, GA but now proudly calls Florida home. She graduated from Emory University in 2004 with her B.A. in Political Science and Spanish and University of Georgia School of Law in 2007 where she was the Founder and President of the Animal Legal Protection Organization ("ALPO"). After relocating to St. Petersburg in 2010 with her husband Andy and (at the time) 4 dogs, Meredith began working for the leading international Labor and Employment firm Ogletree Deakins. In 2013, Meredith left the firm to become an in-house attorney for a corporation handling their employment matters and corporate contract needs. Having worked for large and small firms and for a company as their corporate attorney, Meredith decided it was time to hang her own shingle in 2016.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Employment and Labor
50%
15 years
Business
20%
17 years
Sexual Harassment
20%
15 years
Discrimination
10%
15 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in Florida for 14 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 2011
No misconduct found
Licensed in Georgia for 17 years
State: Georgia
Acquired: 2008
No misconduct found
Location
Gaunce Law
2719 1st Ave. N., Saint Petersburg, FL, 33713
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Meredith Leigh Gaunce's Reviews
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Posted by Ryan | April 7, 2017 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Employment separation agreement
I met with Meredith to review an employee separation agreement from my former employer after leaving for a new role. During this time it became apparent that not only did I need to review an agreement, I also needed to respond to my former employer for withholding funds earned. Meredith took the time...
Posted by Rachel Barrett | July 20, 2016 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Conscientious, Thorough
Meredith worked with me on reviewing, understanding and negotiating two personal employment contracts, both new hire and in transition to another company. She clearly and patiently explained any unfamiliar legal language and ensured that the documents were revised to be more in my interest. I will ab...
Posted by Zach | July 18, 2016 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
the best lawyer!
Over the past 6 years I have opened 2 businesses with Meredith as my attorney, and we are working on a third now. She always has an answer to anything that we encounter during deals. She makes herself available whenever she is needed. Being that Meredith worked in the restaurant business for years ma...
Meredith Leigh Gaunce's Lawyer Endorsements
"Meredith Gaunce is a great employment attorney. Her devotion to her clients and cases is a role model to other attorneys. You are in good hands with Meredith as your attorney."
"Meredith is the best in her field. She is truly knowledgable, professional and an advocate for her clients."
"Gaunce Law has been serving the St. Petersburg legal community since 2016. The attorneys of Gaunce Law have considerable subject matter expertise in both employment and business law matters. Meredith can assist with contract law matters, starting a business, business protection, partnerships, employee issues and employment law compliance. Both Meredith has extensive experience as in-house counsel for businesses and, as a result, have a unique perspective to assist their clients. Meredith is a leader in the St. Petersburg community and serves on professional and charitable boards. Meredith is a gifted attorney that serves her clients well. Without hesitation I recommend and endorse Meredith."
"Meredith is truly one of a kind. She is intelligent, kind, compassionate, honest, ethical, and incredibly hard working. Knowing her for the past eight years has been an absolute pleasure."
"Meredith Gaunce is a highly respected Employment/Labor and Business attorney in our legal community. Meredith draws from a wealth of experience in her practice areas and treats each client with the utmost care. She is able to drill down quickly to the issues at hand and her down to earth, but no nonsense demeanor, is a great asset for her clients as Meredith's goal is to provide the best possible outcome for each individual client. Her clients love her! I sincerely recommend Meredith to any client in need of assistance with matters related to her practice areas."
"Meredith is professional and courteous with a strong client focus. I wholeheartedly endorse her."
"Ms. Gaunce is a shining example of what an attorney should be: professional, knowledgeable, and understanding. I highly endorse Ms. Gaunce."
"I endorse this lawyer for her strong work ethic, integrity, creativity and insight. Ms. Gaunce is well respected by her peers, and I would strongly recommend her to anyone requiring a business, employment or litigation attorney."
"Meredith is a great attorney. She is very friendly and will put you at ease with your matter. I would recommend her to friends, family, and clients."
"Meredith is an extremely knowledgeable and qualified attorney who truly cares about her clients and community. I highly recommend her!"
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Experience
Honors
2015
Top Corporate Counsel Finalist, Tampa Bay Business Journal
2014
Leader in the Law, Florida Associate for Women Lawyers
Work Experience
2014 - 2016
Corporate Counsel, Diversified Maintenance Systems, LLC
2013 - 2014
HR Attorney, Greystone Healthcare Management, LLC
2011 - 2013
Associate, Ogletree Deakins Nash Smoak & Stewart Formally Lewis Fisher
2008 - 2010
Associate, Hunter Maclean Exley & Dunn, PC
Associations
2010 - Present
Florida Association for Women LawyersSponsorship Chair
2013 - 2016
Clearwater Marine AquariumBoard of Directors
2009 - 2010
Georgia Association for Women Lawyers (Savannah chapter)President
Education
2007
University of Georgia School of Law
Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor
2004
Emory University
BA,
Speaking Engagements
2016
Conversations and Cocktails
Bullying and Workplace Harassment
Languages
English
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers