FBT Gibbons Expands to Southwest Florida With Naples Office

The firm has launched a new office in Naples with two former Dentons private wealth attorneys.

Apr. 13, 2026 at 10:08am

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FBT Gibbons, a law firm formed from the merger of Foley & Lardner and Gibbons P.C. in January 2026, has announced the opening of a new office in Naples, Florida. The new location will be led by a pair of former Dentons private wealth attorneys and marks the firm's continued expansion across the Sunshine State.

Why it matters

The launch of the Naples office comes just over a month after FBT Gibbons completed its merger, signaling the firm's commitment to strategic growth in key Florida markets. The move also reflects broader industry trends, with many law firms looking to establish a presence in Southwest Florida as the region experiences significant population and economic growth.

The details

The new Naples office will be led by partners Samantha Rowe and Ethan Barker, who previously worked at Dentons. Rowe and Barker specialize in private wealth management, estate planning, and tax matters, and will be responsible for building out FBT Gibbons' presence in the Naples area.

  • FBT Gibbons completed its merger in January 2026.
  • The new Naples office opened in April 2026.

The players

FBT Gibbons

A law firm formed from the merger of Foley & Lardner and Gibbons P.C. in January 2026.

Samantha Rowe

A partner at the new FBT Gibbons Naples office, specializing in private wealth management, estate planning, and tax matters.

Ethan Barker

A partner at the new FBT Gibbons Naples office, specializing in private wealth management, estate planning, and tax matters.

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What they’re saying

“We're excited to expand our presence in Florida and bring our expertise in private wealth and tax matters to the Naples community.”

— Samantha Rowe, Partner, FBT Gibbons

What’s next

FBT Gibbons plans to continue growing its footprint across Florida, with potential future office openings in other key markets.

The takeaway

The launch of FBT Gibbons' Naples office underscores the firm's strategic focus on expanding its presence in high-growth regions of Florida, leveraging the expertise of lateral hires to build out its private wealth and tax capabilities.