It is with profound sadness that we share the passing of our beloved colleague and friend,
Paul R. Cavonis—a devoted attorney, mentor, and integral member of the DeLoach, Hofstra & Cavonis, P.A. and Seminole Title Company family for more than 30 years.
Paul was a formidable trial attorney whose extensive courtroom experience—across both jury and non-jury trials—earned him a well-deserved reputation for excellence in Injury Law. Known for his meticulous preparation and fearless advocacy, Paul often said there was no mystery to achieving justice—only preparation, experience, and the courage to assert a client’s rights. His principled approach led to countless favorable outcomes, many resolved through settlement, because opposing counsel knew he was always ready and willing to take a case to trial.
But Paul was so much more than a skilled litigator. He was a trusted mentor, a thoughtful leader, and a true friend to many. His unwavering commitment to justice, integrity, and the people he served left a lasting impression—not only on his clients but also on the colleagues who had the privilege of working alongside him.
Outside the courtroom, Paul was a passionate motorsports enthusiast. As he once shared, “I’ve always loved performance cars, motorcycles, and racing. Many of my favorite family memories involve motorsports.” He founded
HelpForTheHurt Motorsports as a way to connect with fellow enthusiasts and share his love of cars—especially his Ford GTs—with the community. He loved seeing the joy and excitement on children’s faces when they experienced these incredible vehicles up close. Whether rebuilding axles or replacing clutches, Paul relished the hands-on work and the camaraderie that came with motorsports. One of his greatest joys was attending the
24 Hours of Le Mans, which he experienced in person many times.
Above all, Paul was a devoted family man. He deeply loved his wife, three children, and granddaughter. He was a cherished brother, uncle, son-in-law, and brother-in-law who treasured his extended family. His legal legacy continues through two of his children—
Michael Cavonis and
Emily Cavonis Van Den Langenberg—both attorneys at our firm. His greatest joy was time spent with them, and his spirit lives on in their hearts, in the clients he served, and in the high standards he helped establish within our firm and the legal profession.
Paul will be deeply missed, but never forgotten.
