Gould Cooksey Fennell is proud to announce that 8 of the firm’s attorneys have been recognized in the 2026 edition of Florida Super Lawyers® and Florida Rising Stars, a distinction reserved for the top attorneys in their respective practice areas across the state.
Published annually by Thomson Reuters, Super Lawyers is a highly respected attorney rating service that identifies outstanding lawyers through a rigorous selection process. The multiphase review includes independent research, peer nominations, and professional evaluations. Only five percent of attorneys in Florida are selected to the Super Lawyers list, and no more than 2.5 percent are named to the Rising Stars list.
The firm’s 2026 honorees reflect Gould Cooksey Fennell’s continued strength across multiple practice areas, including personal injury, estate planning and real estate law. These recognitions reaffirm the firm’s position as a trusted legal resource for individuals, families, and business owners in Vero Beach, Indian River County, and throughout Florida’s Treasure Coast.
Attorneys named to Florida Super Lawyers® 2026:
- David Carter – Top Rated Personal Injury Plaintiff Attorney
- Todd Fennell – Top Rated Estate Planning & Probate Attorney
- Anthony Guettler – Top Rated Estate Planning & Probate Attorney
- Troy Hafner – Top Rated Estate Planning & Probate Attorney
- Jason Odom – Top Rated Personal Injury Plaintiff Attorney
- Sandra Rennick – Top Rated Real Estate Attorney
Attorneys named to Florida Rising Stars® 2026:
- Justin Larson – Top Rated Estate Planning & Probate Attorney
- Jeffrey J. Spina-Jennings – Top Rated Estate Planning & Probate Attorney
Each selection represents not only peer recognition, but also the professional achievement and reputation that define Gould Cooksey Fennell’s approach to legal counsel. Whether guiding clients through complex trust structures, advocating for those harmed in serious injury cases, or navigating sophisticated real estate transactions, the firm’s attorneys bring deep experience and personalized attention to every matter.
With over 70 years of service to clients in Vero Beach, Indian River County, St. Lucie County, and across Florida, Gould Cooksey Fennell is honored to once again be represented in Super Lawyers. The firm remains committed to maintaining the highest standards of professionalism and delivering trusted, results-driven representation to the communities it serves.
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