Atty. Bruce A. McDonald

Atty. Bruce A. McDonald

Bruce A. McDonald has practiced law for 30 years and is still looking for new ways to deliver legal services more economically and efficiently.

Pensacola Pensacola 48 yrs experience 48 year
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Profile Summary

About Bruce A. McDonald at a glance

Bruce A. McDonald is a Partner based in Pensacola, Florida, practicing at McDonald Fleming, LLP. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on probate. Admitted to practice in Florida (1978), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Florida (1978), U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit (1981), and U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida (1984). Educated at Florida State University (J.D., 1978) and College of the Holy Cross University of Florida (B.S.J., 1972). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Pensacola, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Bruce A. McDonald has practiced law for 30 years and is still looking for new ways to deliver legal services more economically and efficiently
  • A founding partner of McDonald Fleming, Bruce began marketing probate assistance throughout all of Florida ten years ago at Statewide Probate (link)
  • He has also added estate planning to his statewide practice through Florida Statewide Wills (link to http://www.planningisloving.com)).Bruce is AV® Preeminent ™ rated by Martindale Hubbell, which is the highest distinction given by his peers
  • Bruce has practiced in a wide variety of legal areas and has previously been certified by The Florida Bar in mediation and business litigation
  • He was an early proponent of the use of computers and the internet in the legal profession
  • He holds a journalism degree from the University of Florida and his J.D. degree from Florida State University College of Law.Bruce is committed to meeting the estate planning and probate needs of Floridians in all 67 counties, and strives to adhere to the philosophy of McDonald Fleming Moorhead.Key Accomplishments- Community Service Award by the Escambia Santa Rosa Bar Association (2008)Professional Associations- The Florida Bar- Escambia-Santa Rosa Bar Association (Director, 2003-2005)Community Associations- Bruce is active in the Society of St. Vincent de Paul and the Ronald McDonald House, and has chaired a number of local blood drives

Practice Areas Explained

Bruce A. McDonald's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Bruce A. McDonald handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Probate

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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 Pensacola 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 Bruce A. McDonald

Where is Bruce A. McDonald's law office located?
Bruce A. McDonald's law practice is located in Pensacola, Florida. The firm is McDonald Fleming, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Bruce A. McDonald handle?
Bruce A. McDonald focuses on probate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has Bruce A. McDonald practiced law?
Bruce A. McDonald has 48+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1978.
Where did Bruce A. McDonald go to law school?
Bruce A. McDonald earned their education at (J.D., 1978); (B.S.J., 1972).
How can I contact Bruce A. McDonald for a consultation?
You can contact Bruce A. McDonald 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 Bruce A. McDonald received?
Bruce A. McDonald's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Florida State University
- 1978
B.S.J.
College of the Holy Cross University of Florida
- 1972

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Florida
Admitted: 1978
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Florida
Admitted: 1978
U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit
Admitted: 1981
U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida
Admitted: 1984

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