Atty. William Brian Bennett

Atty. William Brian Bennett

William Brian Bennett is a lawyer practicing child custody, child support, criminal law and 7 other areas of law. William received a B.A. degree from Florida State University in 1984, and has been licensed for 39 years.

St. Petersburg St. Petersburg 39 J. Erfahrung 39 year
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Profile Summary

About William Brian Bennett at a glance

William Brian Bennett is a Member based in St. Petersburg, Florida, practicing at William B. Bennett, P.A.. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on divorce, child custody, personal injury, criminal defense, and family law. Admitted to practice in Florida (1987) and U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida (1989). Educated at Florida State University (J.D., 1987) and Florida State University (B.A., 1984). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in St. Petersburg, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • William Brian Bennett is a lawyer practicing child custody, child support, criminal law and 7 other areas of law
  • William received a B.A. degree from Florida State University in 1984, and has been licensed for 39 years
  • William practices at William B. Bennett, P.A. in St. Petersburg, FL

Practice Areas Explained

William Brian Bennett's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases William Brian Bennett handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

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Child Custody & Visitation

William Brian Bennett is one of 31,241 child custody attorneys indexed nationally. Browse child custody attorneys in Florida →

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

William Brian Bennett is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Florida →

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

William Brian Bennett is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Florida →

Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

William Brian Bennett is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Florida →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Florida

Practicing law in Florida. Legal matters in Florida are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in St. Petersburg are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Florida state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Florida brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Florida courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about William Brian Bennett

Where is William Brian Bennett's law office located?
William Brian Bennett's law practice is located in St. Petersburg, Florida. The firm is William B. Bennett, P.A.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William Brian Bennett handle?
William Brian Bennett focuses on divorce, child custody, personal injury, criminal defense, family law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has William Brian Bennett practiced law?
William Brian Bennett has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did William Brian Bennett go to law school?
William Brian Bennett earned their education at (J.D., 1987); (B.A., 1984).
How can I contact William Brian Bennett for a consultation?
You can contact William Brian Bennett directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has William Brian Bennett received?
William Brian Bennett's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Florida State University
- 1987
B.A.
Florida State University
- 1984

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Florida
Admitted: 1987
U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida
Admitted: 1989

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