About Us

Goede, DeBoest & Cross, PLLC will continue the tradition of integrity, advocacy and collaboration that is reflected in the firm’s rich and varied long-term client relationships, all built on mutual respect.

It’s more than our relationship with the law.
It’s our relationship with you.

Our Story

Since its founding, the firm has grown to a mid-size law firm where the partners have a genuine camaraderie and a dynamic and young vibe amongst its staff. There is a team mentality, a family atmosphere and a shared desire to help clients.

Goede, DeBoest & Cross, PLLC will continue the tradition of integrity, advocacy and collaboration that is reflected in the firm’s rich and varied long-term client relationships, all built on mutual respect.

Established 2013

The predecessor to GDC was formed in 2013, when Goede & Adamczyk, PLLC merged with Condo & HOA Law Group, PLLC. This was the beginning of the partnership between John Goede and Richard DeBoest. The two previously knew each other and even referred clients to one another. They often attended the same legal events, where a lively conversation ensued. After several of those conversations, they decided to formally discuss their mutual interests and what they discovered was a common goal: To better serve their clients on a variety of legal matters.

Post Merger

With the merger, DeBoest’s previous desire to satisfy the requests of his clients for non-community association legal work came to fruition. For Goede, adding one of the leading community association law practices provided more resources and greater efficiency for all clients. By combining the two firms, they maximized their services, improved efficiency and provided added value for their clients.

GDC Today

Today, GDC is led by John Goede, Richard DeBoest, and Brian Cross, representing a combined 73 years of practicing law. The two firms came together with a bigger dream and a grand vision of what could be if they joined forces. With a broad range of practice areas including community association law, real estate, commercial litigation, estate planning, probate, corporate and business law, banking and financial services, family law, insurance coverage and carrier representation, personal injury, medical malpractice, class actions and mass torts, alcohol beverage, food, and cannabis law, residential, resort and club, restaurant and hospitality law, they would have the ability to meet their clients’ wide range of legal needs.

Founders

Since its founding, the firm has grown to a mid-size law firm where the partners have a genuine camaraderie and a dynamic and young vibe amongst its staff. There is a team mentality, a family atmosphere and a shared desire to help clients.

John Goede

John Goede began practicing law in 1998. Goede created a strong Community Association and Real Estate law practice. Today, Goede represents numerous community associations and represents real estate developer clients focusing on office buildings, mixed-use projects, residential developments, retail projects, multi-family residential projects and industrial and warehouse properties.

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Richard DeBoest

Richard D. DeBoest, II began practicing law in 1993. As a proud second-generation community association lawyer, he was inspired by his father, Richard. D. DeBoest, who recorded the first condominium declaration in Southwest Florida in 1963, after Florida’s Condominium Act was passed. As a result, DeBoest began his practice with a strong focus on Condominium and HOA Law.

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Brian Cross

Brian Cross, who began practicing in 2008, is the Firm’s Managing Partner and practices complex commercial litigation which includes community association, real estate, construction defect and business disputes.

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Mission

Our mission is to provide clients with thoughtful, strategic, and effective legal representation across a broad range of matters. We understand that every client, dispute, transaction, and objective is different. That is why we take the time to understand the full picture before recommending a path forward.

At Goede, DeBoest & Cross, PLLC, we are committed to achieving practical outcomes through knowledgeable guidance, careful preparation, and responsive communication. Whether we are advising a community association, representing a business, handling a real estate matter, or litigating a complex dispute, our goal is to protect our clients’ interests while helping them move forward with confidence.

Values

Our firm is built on integrity, advocacy, collaboration, knowledge, and trust. These values guide the way we serve our clients, work with one another, and approach every legal matter.

We believe clients deserve more than technical legal answers. They deserve attorneys who listen, communicate clearly, think strategically, and remain committed to the client’s best interests from beginning to end. Our long-term client relationships reflect a shared commitment to professionalism, mutual respect, and meaningful results.

Vision

Our vision is to continue building a law firm defined by trusted relationships, exceptional legal work, and a practical understanding of the people, businesses, communities, and institutions we serve.

At Goede, DeBoest & Cross, PLLC, we believe effective legal representation should be both strategic and personal. Our goal is to be the firm clients turn to not only when challenges arise, but also when they need guidance, clarity, and confidence in planning for what comes next.

Why Choose
Us?

Unparalleled Experience: Clients choose Goede, DeBoest & Cross, PLLC because we combine broad legal experience with a practical, relationship-focused approach. Our attorneys understand that legal matters often involve more than statutes, contracts, and court filings. They involve people, businesses, communities, reputations, investments, and important decisions.

We work closely with our clients to identify their goals, explain their options, and develop strategies that are aligned with the realities of each matter. From transactional guidance to complex litigation, our firm is prepared to deliver experienced representation with professionalism, responsiveness, and care.

Integrity in Representation

Our tradition of integrity is reflected in our rich and varied long-term client relationships, all built on mutual respect.

Thoughtful Collaborations

Our attorneys are thoughtful and collaborative. Our desire to learn and stay atop of the latest changes in the law is unquenchable.

Professional Representation

We provide our clients with professional, high quality, experienced representation in a broad range of matters.

“I have been a client of Goede, Adamczyk, Deboest & Cross in Naples since its inception and can recommend the firm without reservation. The personal attention and care shown by firm attorneys and staff is above and beyond any prior experience I’ve had with those in the legal profession. If you want your family protected, litigation handled with expertise, and real estate matters with attention to detail, this is MY law firm for every legal matter.”

“Thank you so very much John Goede and assistant Stephanie. It was a lengthy process to close this deal. You were instrumental in making it happen! I am so relieved to have this closure. Whew️!”

“It is evident that Mr. Truitt approaches his work with a high degree of integrity, diligence, and legal acumen. I have complete confidence in his guidance and strongly recommend him to anyone in need of a knowledgeable, responsive, and highly capable attorney.”

“Mr. Truitt has demonstrated a remarkable commitment to client communication. He consistently makes himself available to address my concerns, promptly schedules calls when needed, and—despite the demands of his schedule—never rushes a conversation. His ability to explain complex legal matters with clarity and patience has been both reassuring and invaluable.”

“While my case remains ongoing, I wish to commend Mr. John J. Truitt for the exceptional caliber of legal representation he has provided to date. His professionalism, intelligence, and steadfast sense of responsibility have been evident throughout every stage of the process.”

“I have worked with this company on several real estate transactions, and my most recent closing presented a number of unexpected challenges. Throughout the process, Brandon Karas was instrumental in keeping everything moving forward and ensuring we stayed on track despite numerous curveballs. His professionalism and deep understanding of contract law were invaluable in guiding us successfully to closing.”

“Our organization has had the privilege of engaging Mr. Justin Bailey’s services over the course of several years. We have consistently found him to be highly professional, exceptionally knowledgeable, and thoroughly reliable, all while maintaining reasonable fee structures. On select occasions, we have also collaborated with Mr. John Goede, whose performance has been equally impressive and satisfactory. We wholeheartedly recommend this firm and continue to rely upon their expertise to fulfill all of our legal requirements.”

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