Syprett Meshad

We're thrilled to share that we have joined forces with Eastmoore Crauwels & DuBose, P.A., in a strategic merger that brings together two of Sarasota's most established firms, going forward under the name Syprett Meshad &DuBose.

“We share the same commitment to providing high-quality legal representation while remaining a locally focused firm,” said Scott Westheimer, partner at Syprett Meshad and past president of The Florida Bar.

Our united firm will operate from our beautiful office at 1900 Ringling Boulevard in downtown Sarasota, and we'll be rolling out a new website and updated social media platforms ... so stay tuned for updates!

In the meantime, learn more in this Business Observer article: https://www.businessobserverfl.com/news/2026/apr/28/sarasota-law-firm-merger/

and in this Law.com article: https://www.law.com/dailybusinessreview/2026/04/28/rather-than-expanding-separately-these-2-sarasota-law-firms-are-merging/

When you've got a fantastic team member who sticks with you year after year, you count yourselves tremendously fortunate. We're happy to celebrate Receptionist Holly C. McIntyre who--for 35 years!--has been the smiling face first seen by those who visit the Syprett Meshad offices.

While Holly's days are spent greeting clients, scheduling, and maintaining very busy calendars, she also has brought her personal skills to bear in decorating to create a comfortable, welcoming atmosphere in our office for guests and colleagues alike.

Holly is a true asset to our practice. No matter how busy things get, she stays balanced, providing excellent client service while juggling multiple tasks and priorities. In addition to her front-of-house duties, she also manages office maintenance, office supplies, and all correspondence routing. Her time management and organizational skills are abundant!

Hailing from Buffalo, New York, Holly moved to Venice, Florida in 1979. She attended Venice High School, graduating in 1983, and since, made her home and raised two sons in Sarasota. She especially enjoys spending time with her granddaughter, Carmella.

We're so fortunate to have Holly on our team. This month, as we all celebrate her 35th year with our firm, please join us in congratulating her on the job she does so well!

On the cusp of her one-year anniversary with Syprett Meshad, SRQ Magazine selected Family Law attorney Jillian Polk for a People feature.

Read this great article that shares the many aspects and activities that Jillian, a Sarasota native, loves most about living and working on the Suncoast, as well as her passion for pro bono work, her quest for balance, and a 2,200-mile goal: https://www.srqmagazine.com/articles/2363/Rediscovering%20Sarasota

Join us in celebrating Jillian at her one-year milestone with our firm!

Photo courtesy of SRQ Magazine

We're pleased to share that Peter Krotec has been named President of Syprett Meshad. Specializing in the law of domestic relations at the trial and appellate levels, Peter joined the firm in 1989, was made partner in 1994, and served as managing partner for several years.

Peter holds an AV Preeminent®AVE rating, the highest rating possible, from the Martindale-Hubbell® Law Directory. A native Floridian born in Miami, he attended Florida State University, and received his Juris Doctorate from the Stetson University College of Law.