Chad Manausa

Mr. Manausa is a lifelong Florida resident who specializes in complex commercial litigation and business law. Chad obtained his undergraduate degree from the University of Florida and is an avid fan of the Gators. He earned his J.D. from Stetson University College of Law, where he graduated Cum Laude. While at Stetson, Chad was a Senior Stetson Ambassador and participated on the Executive Boards for the Phi Delta Phi Legal Honor Society, the Insurance Law Association, the American Bar Association – Law Student Division, and was a 3L representative to the Stetson Student Bar Association. In his time at Stetson Law, Chad earned the Highest-Grade Designation (Book Award) in Technology in Practice, and now employs those skills as a member of the Florida Bar Media & Communications Law Committee. Prior to joining the team at Grimes Galvano, Chad litigated on behalf of insured individuals and companies throughout the State of Florida. Currently, Chad’s practice primarily involves comprehensive general civil litigation with a strong focus on commercial disputes. To name a few, Chad has litigated land use appeals, constitutional law issues, non-compete agreements, landlord/tenant disputes, construction disputes, contract disputes, public records violations, and real estate disputes throughout the state and Federal courts of Florida. Leveraging his diverse litigation experience, Chad also assists clients with both Commercial Real Estate (including the drafting and negotiation of commercial lease agreements) and corporate formation/acquisition matters.

Chad is an active member of the local community and is always looking for ways to give back. He currently serves on the Manatee County Habitat for Humanity’s Board of Directors, Manatee County Bar Association – Young Lawyers Division Board of Directors as President-Elect, and was elected Governor of the Twelfth Judicial Circuit for the Florida Bar Young Lawyers Division Board of Governors. In his free time, Chad enjoys golfing, fishing, and reading. He is also a passionate sports fan and enjoys spending Saturdays watching Gator football with friends and family.