Since 2008, Gufford has acted as President of The Gufford Law Firm, his Stuart-based office. At The Gufford Law Firm, which can be found online at www.treasurecoastlawfirm.com, he focuses on family law and civil litigation. Individuals who hire Joseph Gufford as a family lawyer receive counsel from a compassionate, experienced attorney. Dedicated to providing his clients with premier service, Gufford represents persons involved in divorce proceedings and related matters, such as child custody and support, alimony, visitation rights, and asset division. When circumstances change for either party, he seeks out judgment modifications. Joseph Gufford can also assist couples prior to a marriage by writing or reviewing a prenuptial agreement. 

Guardianship is another family law-related area in which Gufford practices. Florida law requires that persons deemed legally incapacitated have their affairs handled by a guardian, which can be a family member, a professional, or a court-appointed individual. Through Joseph Gufford, people can challenge or defend a guardianship action or an allegation of incapacity. Apart from family law, Joseph Gufford advises people regarding labor law, wage enforcement, construction law, and contract disputes. Those involved in real estate can obtain his counsel on such matters as property disputes and partition actions. Business owners hire Gufford as a lawyer skilled in resolving partnership disputes and undertaking various types of commercial litigation. 

Since starting his firm, Gufford has garnered several accolades from his peers. The Martin County Bar Association elected him Chair of its Family Law Committee and honored him with a Pro Bono Service Award. Active in philanthropic endeavors as well, Joseph Gufford has sat on the Board of Directors of the Florida Equal Justice Center, Inc., and the board of Florida Rural Legal Services, Inc.

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