George W. Gift, III

George Gift is a Florida Board Certified Construction Law Attorney based in Fort Myers, Florida. His practice focuses on construction litigation, business litigation, contract disputes, and commercial collections. He also assists clients with real estate matters and serves as an approved title insurance agent with Attorneys’ Title Fund Services.

George was born and raised in Southwest Florida, where he developed a lifelong connection to the community. He earned his undergraduate degree from the University of South Florida and later received his Juris Doctorate from Ave Maria School of Law in Naples, Florida.

Recognized by Super Lawyers as a Rising Star in construction litigation from 2022–2024, George represents clients with professionalism and persistence. He approaches every matter with thorough preparation and a steady commitment to achieving the best results for his clients.

In addition to his litigation and transactional practice, George serves as General Counsel to the Lee County Building Industry Association, a trade organization that supports local contractors through education, compliance guidance, and professional development. He also sits on the Board of Directors for the American Subcontractors Association of Southwest Florida, helping promote networking and continuing education for area subcontractors. Through these leadership roles, George often speaks at industry events and presents continuing-education programs across Lee and Collier Counties on Florida construction law and best practices.

Outside the office, George stays active in his community and enjoys spending time outdoors. He loves fishing, boating, and relaxing with his wife and two young children.

Bar and Association Memberships

• Lee County Bar Association, Civil and Business Litigation Section
• The Florida Bar, Business Law and Real Property, Probate & Trust Law Sections
• The American Bar Association, Young Lawyers Division and Solo, Small Firm & General Practice Division
• Barrister, Calusa Chapter of the American Inns of Court (four terms)

Representative Matters and Case Results

• Secured a $1.5 million arbitration award for a general contractor after a five-day hearing before the American Arbitration Association (AAA).
• Successfully defended a subcontractor in a $3 million AAA arbitration, resulting in a full defense verdict and complete recovery of client claims.
• Obtained a $6 million settlement for a Cape Coral owner in a construction-defect case.
• Won a jury verdict exceeding $800,000 for a Sanibel homeowner in a residential construction dispute.
• Represented physicians, homeowners, and businesses in complex construction-defect and commercial-litigation matters, consistently achieving favorable outcomes.

Related News and Press

• Attorney George W. Gift has become a Shareholder at Knott Ebelini Hart
• Attorney George W. Gift receives Board Certification in Construction Law