Joseph Anthony “Jay” Geary is a transplanted New Englander who moved to Lakeland in 1987 from Oregon. Jay is a cancer survivor. In his professional life, this experience translates into the commitment to “go more than the extra mile” for his clients – with zealousness, but civility – both in the office and in the courtroom. In his personal life, the experience has taught him to treasure every day as a gift from God to be used wisely.