Lawyers
Carrie E. Stricklin, Esq., is a partner in the firm’s Boca Raton office and part of our Workers’ Compensation Practice Group. She practices general civil litigation, concentrating in the areas of insurance defense litigation, including bodily injury; attorney malpractice; negligent security; and workers’ compensation litigation. Ms. Stricklin has represented numerous carriers and private entities such as the State of Florida Department of Financial Services, Whole Foods Supermarkets, Signature Healthcare, AMS Staff Leasing, City Electric Supply Company, iAero, LLC, as well as municipalities including the City of Sunny Isles, City of Bal Harbour, City of Dania Beach, City of Miami Gardens and Town of Surfside through the Florida League of Cities. She has also handled occupational injury and disease claims as well.
Within the scope of her practice, Ms. Stricklin covers the entire spectrum of the defense of the workers’ compensation claims to include the following: investigating suspicious or fraudulent claims; thoroughly evaluating claims for potential resolution at state and/or private mediation; discovery and trial preparation when appropriate for litigation up to and through Final Hearing; evaluation and resolution of subrogation claims; and facilitation and submission of Medicare Set Asides with the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services. Ms. Stricklin also previously developed a comprehensive Continuing Education seminar for claims professionals, which provides an update on numerous developments of the law, as well as CE credit
Ms. Stricklin received her Juris Doctorate from the Shephard Broad Law Center at Nova Southeastern University, where she was a member of the Moot Court Honor Society and a Law Student Advisor. She earned her Bachelor of Arts degree and Master of Arts degree in History from Florida Atlantic University. During graduate school, Ms. Stricklin served as the President of the school’s chapter of Phi Alpha Theta, History Honor Society.
Mr. Sunnucks is an experienced Florida attorney in Lydecker’s Tampa office and has developed extensive litigation experience representing both national and state insurance carriers. His diverse experience reflects strong analytical, negotiation, and advocacy skills, as well as a commitment to client representation and professional excellence. His background includes handling first party property, general liability, and construction defect matters. He earned his Juris Doctor with honors from Florida State University College of Law.
Before his legal career, Mr. Sunnucks worked as a teacher in Pinellas County Schools. Mr. Sunnucks also holds a Master of Science in Psychology from Nova Southeastern University and a Bachelor of Arts in History from Florida State University.
Ms. Sweet is a bilingual (English and Spanish) attorney known for her strong courtroom presence and aggressive, results-driven approach to litigation. She has extensive experience handling complex, high-stakes matters and a proven ability to take cases from initial filing through trial, consistently positioning them for success through strategic, proactive advocacy. Her practice is defined by thorough case development, decisive motion practice, and a willingness to litigate aggressively to achieve favorable outcomes, including prevailing on dispositive motions.
Ms. Sweet began her legal career as an Assistant State Attorney in Florida, where she spent over four years prosecuting a wide range of cases. During that time, she first-chaired dozens of jury trials, building a reputation for confident courtroom advocacy, sharp cross-examination, and persuasive argument. She developed cases aggressively from the outset, ensuring they were trial-ready and leveraging that preparation to secure convictions and favorable resolutions.
She later served as an Assistant United States Attorney in the Southern District of Texas, where she handled complex federal cases and further honed her litigation skills. In that role, she regularly briefed and argued substantive and dispositive motions, using strategic motion practice to narrow issues, gain leverage, and, where possible, resolve cases short of trial.
Since returning to Florida in 2023, Ms. Sweet has focused her practice on civil litigation, where she continues to apply the same disciplined, assertive approach. She is known for working cases up aggressively, developing the factual record early, and using targeted motion practice to put her clients in the strongest possible position—whether that means prevailing before trial or succeeding in the courtroom.
Ms. Sweet is committed to delivering exceptional, client-focused representation and remains dedicated to maintaining a competitive edge through ongoing legal education and continuous refinement of her advocacy skills.
Zayd Takiedine is an Associate Attorney in Lydecker’s Doylestown, Pennsylvania office. Mr. Takiedine’s practice primarily focuses on the areas of professional liability, general liability, commercial litigation, and insurance-related disputes.
Mr. Takiedine earned his Juris Doctor from Rutgers Law School, where he obtained a Certificate in Corporate and Business Law. While at Rutgers, he was selected to participate in the Entrepreneurship Clinic, where he assisted in representing local start-up for-profit and non-profit entrepreneurs. During law school, Mr. Takiedine gained valuable in-house transactional and litigation experience as an intern for a Fortune 500 real estate developer and served as a Summer Associate at a prominent suburban Philadelphia law firm.
Prior to joining Lydecker, Mr. Takiedine practiced at a full-service law firm in the Philadelphia area, where he handled a broad range of civil litigation matters and real estate tax assessment appeals.
Rachael Talento is an associate in Lydecker’s Los Angeles office. Her practice focuses on General Liability and Employment Practices (EPLI) litigation, where she defends employers, businesses, and insurers in various civil matters including product liability, premises liability, bodily injury, and employment-related claims. Ms. Talento is admitted to practice law in California state courts.
Ms. Talento earned her J.D. from Loyola Law School, where she served as a Production Editor for the Loyola of Los Angeles Law Review. She was also a clinical law student with the Youth Justice Education Clinic, where she advocated on behalf of students with disabilities.
Before joining Lydecker, Ms. Talento worked at a plaintiff’s firm focusing on mass torts, representing thousands of clients in wildfire, toxic torts, and sexual abuse cases. She earned her undergraduate degree in Criminal Justice and Modern Foreign Languages from James Madison University.
Ms. Thomas is an associate in Lydecker’s Orlando office whose practice focuses on general liability, third-party claims, property defense, and personal injury matters. She brings a well-rounded litigation background and a strategic, client-centered approach to every case she handles.
Prior to her current role, Ms. Thomas worked at an insurance defense firm, where she represented insurance carriers across a broad range of matters, including first-party property disputes, general liability, bodily injury claims, trucking litigation, and third-party claims. This experience provided her with a comprehensive understanding of the insurance industry.
Ms. Thomas earned her Juris Doctor, Cum Laude, from Florida A&M University College of Law in 2021. She has gained valuable experience through working with the Conviction Integrity Unit at the State Attorney’s Office for the Ninth Judicial Circuit, as well as with the Legal Aid Society of the Orange County Bar Association. She also contributed to the legal community through scholarship, publishing an article in a well-known legal journal.
Javad Valad is an Associate in Lydecker’s New Jersey Office. Mr. Valad’s practice involves all aspects of civil litigation, with a primary focus on bodily injury defense, general liability, premise liability, and labor law matters.
Prior to practicing law, Mr. Valad built a diverse professional background spanning investigative, military and entrepreneurial roles. Mr.Valad owned and operated service, and construction-based businesses giving him practical, firsthand insight into the operational issues faced by today’s clients. This combination of experience informs his practical approach to litigation.
Angelia Williams is an Associate in the firm’s Lydecker Miami office. Ms. Williams is an accomplished litigation attorney with over 26 years of experience representing clients in state and federal courts across Florida. She focuses her practice on defending insurers, corporate clients, and commercial vehicle owners in matters involving personal injury, premises liability, product liability, and insurance disputes.
Ms. Williams is known for her strategic approach, thorough preparation, and commitment to achieving favorable results for her clients. She has handled cases from initial pleadings through trial, mediated settlements, and argued dispositive motions with proven success.
Ms. Williams earned her J.D. from Florida State University College of Law and her B.S. in Journalism, cum laude, from Florida A&M University.
Mary Williams is an Associate in Lydecker’s Miami office. Ms. Williams’ practice involves all aspects of federal and state commercial and civil litigation, with a primary focus on labor and employment, personal injury, premises liability, and professional liability matters.
Ms. Williams earned her J.D. from St. Thomas University College of Law in May 2025, graduating cum laude. During law school, she served as a Certified Legal Intern with St. Thomas University’s Appellate Litigation Clinic, where she represented multiple clients before Florida’s Third District Court of Appeal.
Ms. Williams also served as a Judicial Intern to the Honorable Elaine A. Carbuccia in Florida’s Seventeenth Judicial Circuit. She was an active member of the Moot Court Board, where she held the position of Vice President of Competitions and participated in both national and intramural competitions, earning honors such as Top Oralist and Best Brief.
In addition, Ms. Williams was the President and Founder of the Golf Law Society and the Treasurer of the Maritime Law Society. She was recognized as a Dean’s Scholar and received the Pro Bono Award for completing over 100 hours of pro bono service.
Saasha Williams is an Associate Attorney at Lydecker with extensive experience in handling all aspects of civil litigation.
Saasha is a Central Florida native and member of the Florida Bar Association. Saasha graduated from Stetson University with a Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies. At Stetson, Saasha was involved in mentorship, community outreach, and fundraising for disabled Veterans.
Thereafter, Saasha earned her Juris Doctorate from Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University College of Law in Orlando, Florida. After earning her J.D., Saasha devoted her career to serving the State of Florida as an Assistant State Attorney for the 9th Judicial Circuit and a Senior Attorney for the Florida Department of Children and Families.
Prior to joining the Lydecker, Saasha gained significant litigation experience in a variety of areas of law making her a well rounded asset to the Lydecker family.
Demetrius Wilson is Of Counsel in the firm’s Orlando office. He earned his Juris Doctor from Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University and his Bachelor of Science Degree from the University of South Florida.
Prior to joining the firm, Mr. Wilson was an associate at a general civil litigation firm practicing in the areas of personal injury and nursing home defense.
Remeshe Wynter is an Associate in Lydecker’s Orlando office, where she focuses her practice on General Liability, Insurance Defense, and Premises Liability matters. She represents insurers and insureds in a wide range of civil litigation matters, handling claims involving bodily injury, negligence, and property-related disputes throughout Florida.
Ms. Wynter has experience managing all phases of litigation, including case evaluation, written discovery, depositions, motion practice, mediation, and trial preparation. She is committed to providing strategic, efficient, and results-driven representation tailored to each client’s objectives.
Prior to joining Lydecker, Ms. Wynter practiced at a general civil litigation firm where she concentrated on bodily injury defense, gaining hands-on experience in defending complex liability claims.
Ms. Wynter earned her Juris Doctor from Florida A&M University College of Law and received her Bachelor of Science from the University of Central Florida.
Carrie E. Stricklin, Esq., is a partner in the firm’s Boca Raton office and part of our Workers’ Compensation Practice Group. She practices general civil litigation, concentrating in the areas of insurance defense litigation, including bodily injury; attorney malpractice; negligent security; and workers’ compensation litigation. Ms. Stricklin has represented numerous carriers and private entities such as the State of Florida Department of Financial Services, Whole Foods Supermarkets, Signature Healthcare, AMS Staff Leasing, City Electric Supply Company, iAero, LLC, as well as municipalities including the City of Sunny Isles, City of Bal Harbour, City of Dania Beach, City of Miami Gardens and Town of Surfside through the Florida League of Cities. She has also handled occupational injury and disease claims as well.
Within the scope of her practice, Ms. Stricklin covers the entire spectrum of the defense of the workers’ compensation claims to include the following: investigating suspicious or fraudulent claims; thoroughly evaluating claims for potential resolution at state and/or private mediation; discovery and trial preparation when appropriate for litigation up to and through Final Hearing; evaluation and resolution of subrogation claims; and facilitation and submission of Medicare Set Asides with the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services. Ms. Stricklin also previously developed a comprehensive Continuing Education seminar for claims professionals, which provides an update on numerous developments of the law, as well as CE credit
Ms. Stricklin received her Juris Doctorate from the Shephard Broad Law Center at Nova Southeastern University, where she was a member of the Moot Court Honor Society and a Law Student Advisor. She earned her Bachelor of Arts degree and Master of Arts degree in History from Florida Atlantic University. During graduate school, Ms. Stricklin served as the President of the school’s chapter of Phi Alpha Theta, History Honor Society.
Mr. Sunnucks is an experienced Florida attorney in Lydecker’s Tampa office and has developed extensive litigation experience representing both national and state insurance carriers. His diverse experience reflects strong analytical, negotiation, and advocacy skills, as well as a commitment to client representation and professional excellence. His background includes handling first party property, general liability, and construction defect matters. He earned his Juris Doctor with honors from Florida State University College of Law.
Before his legal career, Mr. Sunnucks worked as a teacher in Pinellas County Schools. Mr. Sunnucks also holds a Master of Science in Psychology from Nova Southeastern University and a Bachelor of Arts in History from Florida State University.
Ms. Sweet is a bilingual (English and Spanish) attorney known for her strong courtroom presence and aggressive, results-driven approach to litigation. She has extensive experience handling complex, high-stakes matters and a proven ability to take cases from initial filing through trial, consistently positioning them for success through strategic, proactive advocacy. Her practice is defined by thorough case development, decisive motion practice, and a willingness to litigate aggressively to achieve favorable outcomes, including prevailing on dispositive motions.
Ms. Sweet began her legal career as an Assistant State Attorney in Florida, where she spent over four years prosecuting a wide range of cases. During that time, she first-chaired dozens of jury trials, building a reputation for confident courtroom advocacy, sharp cross-examination, and persuasive argument. She developed cases aggressively from the outset, ensuring they were trial-ready and leveraging that preparation to secure convictions and favorable resolutions.
She later served as an Assistant United States Attorney in the Southern District of Texas, where she handled complex federal cases and further honed her litigation skills. In that role, she regularly briefed and argued substantive and dispositive motions, using strategic motion practice to narrow issues, gain leverage, and, where possible, resolve cases short of trial.
Since returning to Florida in 2023, Ms. Sweet has focused her practice on civil litigation, where she continues to apply the same disciplined, assertive approach. She is known for working cases up aggressively, developing the factual record early, and using targeted motion practice to put her clients in the strongest possible position—whether that means prevailing before trial or succeeding in the courtroom.
Ms. Sweet is committed to delivering exceptional, client-focused representation and remains dedicated to maintaining a competitive edge through ongoing legal education and continuous refinement of her advocacy skills.
Zayd Takiedine is an Associate Attorney in Lydecker’s Doylestown, Pennsylvania office. Mr. Takiedine’s practice primarily focuses on the areas of professional liability, general liability, commercial litigation, and insurance-related disputes.
Mr. Takiedine earned his Juris Doctor from Rutgers Law School, where he obtained a Certificate in Corporate and Business Law. While at Rutgers, he was selected to participate in the Entrepreneurship Clinic, where he assisted in representing local start-up for-profit and non-profit entrepreneurs. During law school, Mr. Takiedine gained valuable in-house transactional and litigation experience as an intern for a Fortune 500 real estate developer and served as a Summer Associate at a prominent suburban Philadelphia law firm.
Prior to joining Lydecker, Mr. Takiedine practiced at a full-service law firm in the Philadelphia area, where he handled a broad range of civil litigation matters and real estate tax assessment appeals.
Rachael Talento is an associate in Lydecker’s Los Angeles office. Her practice focuses on General Liability and Employment Practices (EPLI) litigation, where she defends employers, businesses, and insurers in various civil matters including product liability, premises liability, bodily injury, and employment-related claims. Ms. Talento is admitted to practice law in California state courts.
Ms. Talento earned her J.D. from Loyola Law School, where she served as a Production Editor for the Loyola of Los Angeles Law Review. She was also a clinical law student with the Youth Justice Education Clinic, where she advocated on behalf of students with disabilities.
Before joining Lydecker, Ms. Talento worked at a plaintiff’s firm focusing on mass torts, representing thousands of clients in wildfire, toxic torts, and sexual abuse cases. She earned her undergraduate degree in Criminal Justice and Modern Foreign Languages from James Madison University.
Ms. Thomas is an associate in Lydecker’s Orlando office whose practice focuses on general liability, third-party claims, property defense, and personal injury matters. She brings a well-rounded litigation background and a strategic, client-centered approach to every case she handles.
Prior to her current role, Ms. Thomas worked at an insurance defense firm, where she represented insurance carriers across a broad range of matters, including first-party property disputes, general liability, bodily injury claims, trucking litigation, and third-party claims. This experience provided her with a comprehensive understanding of the insurance industry.
Ms. Thomas earned her Juris Doctor, Cum Laude, from Florida A&M University College of Law in 2021. She has gained valuable experience through working with the Conviction Integrity Unit at the State Attorney’s Office for the Ninth Judicial Circuit, as well as with the Legal Aid Society of the Orange County Bar Association. She also contributed to the legal community through scholarship, publishing an article in a well-known legal journal.
Javad Valad is an Associate in Lydecker’s New Jersey Office. Mr. Valad’s practice involves all aspects of civil litigation, with a primary focus on bodily injury defense, general liability, premise liability, and labor law matters.
Prior to practicing law, Mr. Valad built a diverse professional background spanning investigative, military and entrepreneurial roles. Mr.Valad owned and operated service, and construction-based businesses giving him practical, firsthand insight into the operational issues faced by today’s clients. This combination of experience informs his practical approach to litigation.
Angelia Williams is an Associate in the firm’s Lydecker Miami office. Ms. Williams is an accomplished litigation attorney with over 26 years of experience representing clients in state and federal courts across Florida. She focuses her practice on defending insurers, corporate clients, and commercial vehicle owners in matters involving personal injury, premises liability, product liability, and insurance disputes.
Ms. Williams is known for her strategic approach, thorough preparation, and commitment to achieving favorable results for her clients. She has handled cases from initial pleadings through trial, mediated settlements, and argued dispositive motions with proven success.
Ms. Williams earned her J.D. from Florida State University College of Law and her B.S. in Journalism, cum laude, from Florida A&M University.
Mary Williams is an Associate in Lydecker’s Miami office. Ms. Williams’ practice involves all aspects of federal and state commercial and civil litigation, with a primary focus on labor and employment, personal injury, premises liability, and professional liability matters.
Ms. Williams earned her J.D. from St. Thomas University College of Law in May 2025, graduating cum laude. During law school, she served as a Certified Legal Intern with St. Thomas University’s Appellate Litigation Clinic, where she represented multiple clients before Florida’s Third District Court of Appeal.
Ms. Williams also served as a Judicial Intern to the Honorable Elaine A. Carbuccia in Florida’s Seventeenth Judicial Circuit. She was an active member of the Moot Court Board, where she held the position of Vice President of Competitions and participated in both national and intramural competitions, earning honors such as Top Oralist and Best Brief.
In addition, Ms. Williams was the President and Founder of the Golf Law Society and the Treasurer of the Maritime Law Society. She was recognized as a Dean’s Scholar and received the Pro Bono Award for completing over 100 hours of pro bono service.
Saasha Williams is an Associate Attorney at Lydecker with extensive experience in handling all aspects of civil litigation.
Saasha is a Central Florida native and member of the Florida Bar Association. Saasha graduated from Stetson University with a Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies. At Stetson, Saasha was involved in mentorship, community outreach, and fundraising for disabled Veterans.
Thereafter, Saasha earned her Juris Doctorate from Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University College of Law in Orlando, Florida. After earning her J.D., Saasha devoted her career to serving the State of Florida as an Assistant State Attorney for the 9th Judicial Circuit and a Senior Attorney for the Florida Department of Children and Families.
Prior to joining the Lydecker, Saasha gained significant litigation experience in a variety of areas of law making her a well rounded asset to the Lydecker family.
Demetrius Wilson is Of Counsel in the firm’s Orlando office. He earned his Juris Doctor from Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University and his Bachelor of Science Degree from the University of South Florida.
Prior to joining the firm, Mr. Wilson was an associate at a general civil litigation firm practicing in the areas of personal injury and nursing home defense.
Remeshe Wynter is an Associate in Lydecker’s Orlando office, where she focuses her practice on General Liability, Insurance Defense, and Premises Liability matters. She represents insurers and insureds in a wide range of civil litigation matters, handling claims involving bodily injury, negligence, and property-related disputes throughout Florida.
Ms. Wynter has experience managing all phases of litigation, including case evaluation, written discovery, depositions, motion practice, mediation, and trial preparation. She is committed to providing strategic, efficient, and results-driven representation tailored to each client’s objectives.
Prior to joining Lydecker, Ms. Wynter practiced at a general civil litigation firm where she concentrated on bodily injury defense, gaining hands-on experience in defending complex liability claims.
Ms. Wynter earned her Juris Doctor from Florida A&M University College of Law and received her Bachelor of Science from the University of Central Florida.
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