About Robert Leon
Robert Leon Tankel is the founder of Tankel Law Group, a prominent firm specializing in community association law throughout Florida. Established in 1982, the firm has built a strong reputation by representing numerous condominium and homeowner associations. Services offered include general counsel, collections, and document interpretation—essential components for effective community management. Mr. Tankel earned his Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from the University of Florida in 1976, graduating with honors. This academic foundation laid the groundwork for his legal career. He continued his education at the University of Florida Levin College of Law, where he obtained his Juris Doctor in 1981, also graduating with honors.
During his time in law school, Mr. Tankel served as President of The Student Bar and was inducted into Florida Blue Key, a prestigious leadership honor society. He was admitted to the Florida Bar on May 12, 1982, starting his legal practice, which spans over four decades. Throughout his career, Mr. Tankel has been a steadfast advocate for community associations, their boards of directors, and Community Association Managers (CAMs). His commitment to these groups is evident in his active participation in educational initiatives. He has been featured as a guest speaker at seminars sponsored by Florida CAM Schools, where he discusses critical topics such as the association collections process and legal considerations for community associations.
These seminars serve to empower community leaders with the knowledge they need to navigate complex legal fields. In 2003, Mr. Tankel faced disciplinary action by the Florida Bar for making a false statement to a third party while representing a client. This incident involved conduct characterized by dishonesty, fraud, deceit, or misrepresentation. As a result, he was suspended from practicing law in Florida for 15 days, effective 30 days following a court order. Upon reinstatement, he was placed on probation for 18 months, a period that underscored the importance of ethical practice in the legal profession. Tankel Law Group is located at 1022 Main Street, Suite D, Dunedin, Florida 34698.
The firm can be contacted by phone at 727-736-1901 or via email at [email protected]. For more information about Mr. Tankel and his firm's comprehensive services, interested parties can visit their website at www.tankellawgroup.com. With a commitment to community association law and a experience, Mr. Tankel continues to be a vital resource for Florida’s community associations.
