MANAGING PARTNER

Gemma Torcivia is the founding member and managing partner of TG Law. She boasts substantial government-focused experience working as an attorney on several major cases for municipal governments and as the former Director of the Homestead Community Redevelopment Agency. Her understanding of the important and complicated work that local governments and special districts perform make her an outstanding asset to multiple public-sector clients

A Florida native, Gemma attended the University of Florida in Gainesville, Florida for undergraduate studies.  She went on to receive a Masters of Business Administration (MBA) and Juris Doctor (JD) from Florida International University in Miami, Florida. 

She served in the Teach For America program teaching high school in inner-city Miami, and went on to provide operational support for charter and private schools.  Gemma also worked in economic development and community redevelopment for the City of Homestead and the Homestead Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) providing direct support to startup companies and small businesses for almost ten years.  While working in government, Gemma was involved in the development of over $200 million of construction projects, and in a $65 million public private partnership for a transit oriented development. Gemma has negotiated multi-million dollar deals and helped small business access capital, grow and relocate. 

Gemma’s professional background in business, economic development and education have provided her with a wide array of experience that ensures that our clients’ needs are met by someone with real world and business experience.  Gemma is devoted to public service and has served for many years as a volunteer Guardian ad Litem.  She is active in the Florida Bar’s Advertising Committee and the Governmental and Public Policy Advocacy Committee, the Palm Beach County Bar, the Palm Beach County chapter of Florida Association of Women Lawyers (FAWL) and the Craig S. Barnard American Inn of Court.  

OF COUNSEL

Elroy John is TG Law’s litigation specialist, focusing on civil litigation. His vast courtroom experience has also made him an expert in dispute resolution, allowing him to help clients weigh the risks and benefits of litigation, trials, and settlements - including the provision of guidance through difficult pre-trial processes like depositions, substantive motions, and discovery.

He took a non-traditional path to becoming a lawyer. He joined the Army shortly after graduating high school and served for seven years. When his tour ended, he completed his undergraduate studies at Florida Atlantic University and became an advocate for children and families at a foster care and adoption agency. Later, he was recruited to manage a $1 million-dollar grant program from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, which helped to house homeless veterans. It was through those experiences that he first worked with lawyers and was able to observe how they shape outcomes and impact lives.

Elroy went on to earn a law degree from the Florida International University College of Law (FIU). Since becoming an attorney, Elroy has tried cases before juries in both state and federal courts. His adversaries in the courtroom have included large insurance companies, local prosecutors’ offices, and even the US Securities and Exchange Commission. Elroy focuses his practice in the areas of personal injury, criminal defense, and business litigation. He has argued numerous criminal and civil motions, taken and defended countless depositions, and even handled several appellate and post-conviction actions. Elroy also stays connected to his alma mater, serving as a coach for the FIU mock trial competition team.

Elroy participates in several legal organizations including the Broward County Bar Association, the Broward County Trial Lawyers Association, the Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (Miami-Dade County chapter), the TJ Reddick Bar Association, and the Wilkie D. Ferguson, Jr. bar association. He is currently admitted to practice law in the State of Florida and the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit.

LAW CLERK

Andrew Sagona is a law clerk specializing in landlord-tenant disputes, property law, civil rights/ADA, and legal research for TG Law clients.

Andrew earned bachelor degrees in Journalism and Political Science from the University of Central Florida. He then attended the Florida International University College of Law, where he earned his Juris Doctor. While at FIU Law, Andrew received the school’s Excellence in Civic Engagement Award for volunteer work in the legal community.

Andrew is an internationally-certified disability advocate, as well as a speaker and writer. He specializes in the areas of disability rights and civil rights. He is dedicated to supporting and advocating for individuals and groups who have been marginalized or face discrimination in any facet of life including education, employment, housing, and criminal justice.

CHIEF OPERATIONS OFFICER

Rick Ammirato is TG Law’s Chief Operations Officer, responsible for the day-to-day operations of the firm, driving sustainable growth and profits, and designing and implementing business strategies, plans, and procedures.

He is a proven municipal government and non-profit leader with extensive experience in government administration, nonprofit management, government relations, grant acquisition, and economic development. He is currently COO at TG Law responsible for the day-to-day operations of the firm, driving sustainable growth and profits, and designing and implementing business strategies, plans, and procedures. Rick also manages TG Law’s government relations and lobbying practice. He is a Principal at Civic Consulting Group heading their project management, government relation, and crisis communications efforts. Rick has led nonprofit industry associations such as the DC Business Improvement District Council as well as urban districts, and community redevelopment agencies. As assistant city manager for the City of Homestead, Fl, Rick managed over $100 million in redevelopment projects and initiatives. In that role, he secured over $25 million in People’s Transportation Plan (PTP) funding for Homestead Station and over$1.5 million in cultural grants for the Seminole Theatre.