Sheawn Brown is a Special Projects Consultant for Zinzow Law.  Sheawn grew up in the remote country side of Alaska; an area very few will ever venture to, and in a place that is beautiful yet formidable and where nature often dominates man.  Growing up in Alaska instilled in Sheawn a strong sense of individuality, coupled with an ability to think creatively and find unconventional solutions to opportunities.  Alaska also instilled in Sheawn a great appreciation for nature and conservation.  All of these values he applies not only in business, but as cornerstone of how Sheawn and his wife raised their three children.

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Maria Taylor is the Controller for Zinzow Law.  Maria grew up in the heart of Miami to Cuban and Puerto Rican immigrant parents.  Her family background provided Maria with a unique perspective on the world, she had the opportunity to see first-hand that hard work, strong family values, and a positive attitude, can help one achieve their American dream.  Continuing the dream her parents had when arriving in the United States, Maria decided to pursue a career in the business sector.  Over the past 30 plus years Maria has worked in or owned various businesses, which has afforded her an unparalleled breadth of experience.  Some of the experiences she brings to Zinzow Law include law firm management, accounting, human resources, banking, and technology management.  Maria’s background and personality provide her with a unique and cohesive set of skills, a big heart, and bit of Latin flavor, all of which she brings to the Zinzow Law Team.

Tara L. Zinzow serves as Zinzow Law’s Chief Financial Officer.  Tara is one part executive, one part entrepreneur, two parts student of life, one part perspicacious, and three parts traditional country girl.  Well there is one thing that’s for sure: Tara has never been accused of being ordinary.  She has a unique mind that thinks and sees the world as she likes to put it, “so far outside the quadrilateral parallelogram that she can barely see its shadow.”  Tara has held professional roles in areas such an Executive Administrator, Education Director, Grant Writer, Business Owner, Project Manager, Consultant, Human Resource Manager, Conflict Mediator and Paralegal.  Combining her unique outlook on life, with her diverse professional background, Tara creates uncommon solutions in her role as CFO.  Tara was raised in the countryside of upstate New York with strong traditional values that focus on the importance of family, God and country.  Her father, a military veteran, imparted Patriotism; her mother, the importance of family.  She grew up surrounded by agriculture, where growing and preserving the food you consumed was a normal way of life.  She has an appreciation for the simpler things and follows a strong set of values and beliefs.  Her business acumen and multitude of experience makes her the perfect signal caller for our growth and advancement.

Ashley Lestishock was born in New Jersey and moved to Florida at a young age, where her strong sense of family and tradition began to take root. After spending several years in Texas, she returned to Florida to complete high school and later earned her Bachelor of Applied Science in Legal Studies from Florida Gulf Coast University. With a background in hospitality and management, Ashley developed a strong work ethic, leadership skills, and the ability to connect with people from all walks of life – qualities that now server her well as she builds her career in the legal field. She is currently preparing for law school by studying for the LSAT, with the long-term goal of becoming an attorney.

Outside the office, Ashley lives a full and active life. She is dedicated to fitness and nutrition, enjoys horseback riding, and never misses a chance to see live music. She also devotes time to volunteering at her local animal shelter and caring for her three Huskies. Whether working out, spending time with animals, or giving back to her community, Ashley approaches everything with dedication, energy, and heart.

Dahlia Hunter brings experience, dedication, and a steady presence to her work as a paralegal. Born and raised in Pennsylvania, she spent over a decade in real estate before transitioning to the legal field, where she is known for her organization, reliability, and thoughtful attention to detail. Her practical problem-solving and caring approach help ensure that both clients and colleagues are supported in every matter she handles.

Outside of the office, Dahlia is a devoted mother to two boys, and actively coached their little league, football, soccer, and basketball teams. She enjoys travel, reading, live music, kayaking, boating, hiking, the beach, and spending quality time with her family – qualities that reflect the balance, resilience, and commitment she brings to her professional role.

Kimberly Ross is the Senior Paralegal for Zinzow Law.  Kim was born to German and Irish American Parents in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.  She lived in Colorado and Maryland before her family settled in Northwest Tampa Bay where she currently lives with her immediate family and is surrounded by many members of her extended family.  Her most treasured times in life are the times spent on the family farm in Pennsylvania.  It’s here that she enjoys a bit of the simpler life, and where she was taught what it really means to live a self-sufficient lifestyle. It is on the family farm that Kim learned the value of hard work, family and loyalty.  It was also on the farm that she gained a special appreciation for the American Farmer, and the Patriots who came before her to build our great nation.  Her diverse background and values are at the heart of all she does, whether it is competing in partial marathons, volunteering to help our veterans and active duty soldiers, working on the farm, or working at Zinzow Law, Kim tackles every undertaking with enthusiasm, fortitude and compassion.

John Brock is a senior-level Construction attorney at Zinzow Law. He is a fourth-generation Floridian who spent a portion of his formative years under the tutelage of his grandfather, a prominent Tampa Bay businessman and Contractor who started the incredibly successful Enterprise Construction and the reason for the existence of Enterprise Road in Clearwater. John’s grandfather built many hotels and commercial buildings around Tampa Bay, including the world-class facilities at Ruth Eckerd Hall. His grandfather may be one of the reasons he has such a love of theater. John spent his early years performing on stage and participated in theater competitions.

After high school, John knew that he would follow in the footsteps of his father, a prominent Tampa Bay heart surgeon, and attend the family alma mater. On the very campus where he was born, John became a Florida Gator. However, he did not go off to college with the idea of becoming a doctor; instead, John blazed his own trail and pursued a career in law. In Law, he would further harness his love for the written word. Early on, he served as a legal intern for the Honorable Alexander L. Paskay of the United States Bankruptcy Court for the Middle District of Florida in Tampa. This internship was life-changing and humanized financial struggles in both personal and business settings. As a young lawyer, John deeply desired to continue the legacy his grandfather had built. He felt a pull towards construction and how transformative it can be in building a community. John, also having worked in his grandfather’s business, wanted to help business owners. It was a natural fit for John to head down the path of Construction Law.

John’s passion for the theater has not left him, and he continues to attend whenever afforded the opportunity. He is also an avid trivia buff with a keen grasp on the 1980s, movies, and music. John’s other passion is diabetes, and as a person with type 1 diabetes, he works hard on health and nutrition and is always looking to learn more about the condition that he and so many struggle with.

Christopher Roach is a Senior Counsel at Zinzow Law. Born in Brooklyn, New York, he is the middle son of Irish and Italian American parents. Christopher’s high school debate club fostered his passion for history, economics, philosophy, and law and set the course for his life. His family, specifically his grandparents (who honorably served in WWII), instilled a deep and patriotic appreciation for the American way of life. His studies of law, economics, and the American founding have only increased his appreciation of our country and its Constitution. This passion for America and those who build and keep the American Dream alive, coupled with his love of the law, make him a zealous and strategic counselor to those he represents.

Christopher began his legal career clerking for a federal judge in Dallas, Texas, the Honorable Sidney Fitzwater, where he had the opportunity to participate in assisting with the draft of the first reported opinion interpreting the Twelfth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution in a case arising from disputes over the 2000 election. This experience of being on the other side of the bench gave him a much deeper understanding of what judges and juries are concerned about, which arguments will succeed, and how to frame them accordingly.

Since that time, he has worked at elite international firms and on his own, both in Texas and Florida. During his 25+ year legal career, he has covered a wide breadth of subject matter, representing plaintiffs and defendants in numerous commercial disputes. Christopher is unafraid of the courtroom and takes pride in fighting and winning for his clients, but he also understands that well-thought-out planning can often end the fight before it begins. They say, “When you love what you do, you never work a day.” Christopher exudes a passion for the law, and if the saying is true, he has probably never worked a day.

In his free time, he enjoys competitive shooting, reading about American and European history, occasionally writing about politics and current events, and exploring Florida’s many state parks and trails on his bike.

Stephen R. Gross combines a disciplined military background with a deep understanding of construction law to provide clients with clear, effective legal counsel. A U.S. Navy veteran who served as a nuclear electrician in the submarine service from 1994-1999, Stephen brings the same focus and problem-solving mindset to his role as a Florida Bar Board Certified Construction Law Specialist.

Raised in South Florida after moving from Pittsburgh, Stephen credits his parents’ work ethic and the lessons learned from organized sports as foundational influences in his life. These experiences have shaped his approach to law – emphasizing teamwork, preparation, and resilience.

Outside of his legal practice, Stephen values time spent with his wife, two sons, and his mother, who lives with them. Whether traveling, attending baseball games, enjoying outdoor activities, or engaging in family game nights, Stephen cherishes these moments that keep life grounded.