Law Firm Overview

Affordable Attorney, Gerling Law Group Chartered was founded by Rodney Gerling and Dana Laganella as a culmination of their shared vision to create a client centered firm which could service all the legal needs of the average Floridian family, from estate planning and small business creation to personal injury and criminal defense. The firm has been built on providing sound legal advice and services, gaining the confidence and respect of clients, and restoring the clients' belief and trust in their Attorney, all while charging an affordable fee. We use state of the art software, employ a dedicated and professional staff, and are committed to continuing education.

Affordable Attorney, Gerling Law Group began as a commitment to provide quality, affordable legal services to the Bradenton community. That commitment has grown as the firm has expanded to include Manatee and Sarasota counties. We currently have offices in both Bradenton and Lakewood Ranch for your convenience.

We serve the following areas:  Bradenton, Manatee County, East Manatee County, Palmetto, Ellenton, Parrish, Sarasota, Sarasota County,  Florida. 

Areas of Practice

• Estate Planning
• Criminal Law
• DUI/DWI
• Traffic Violations
• Elder Law
• Personal Injury -- Plaintiff
• Motor Vehicle Accidents -- Plaintiff
• Probate & Estate Administration
• Trusts
• Wills

West Practice Categories

Police Misconduct, Criminal Law, Criminal Fraud, DUI/DWI, Drug Violations, Federal, Felonies, Grand Jury Proceedings, Juvenile Crimes, Misdemeanor, Parole & Probation, Sex Offenses, Traffic Violations, Victims' Rights, White Collar Crimes, Estate Planning, Elder Law, Guardianships & Conservatorships, Living Wills, Powers of Attorney and Appointment, Trusts, Wills, Personal Injury -- Plaintiff, Animal Bites -- Plaintiff, Assault & Battery -- Plaintiff, Aviation Accidents -- Plaintiff, Defamation & Privacy -- Plaintiff, Motor Vehicle Accidents -- Plaintiff, Premises Liability -- Plaintiff, Property Damage -- Plaintiff, Railroad Accidents -- Plaintiff, Slip and Fall -- Plaintiff, Wrongful Death -- Plaintiff, Probate & Estate Administration