Atty. Bruce Howard Illes

Atty. Bruce Howard Illes

Bruce Howard Illes is a lawyer practicing estate administration, business law, construction law and 4 other areas of law. Bruce received a B.A. degree from Kent State University in 1984, and has been licensed for 38 years.

Sarasota Sarasota 38 yrs experience 38 year
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Profile Summary

About Bruce Howard Illes at a glance

Bruce Howard Illes is a trusts, probate, estate planning, employment, and business attorney based in Sarasota, Florida. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1988) and Florida (2009). Educated at Cleveland State University - Cleveland-Marshall College of Law (Cleveland Marshall, 1988) and Kent State University (B.A., 1984). Serands clients in Sarasota, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Bruce Howard Illes is a lawyer practicing estate administration, business law, construction law and 4 other areas of law
  • Bruce received a B.A. degree from Kent State University in 1984, and has been licensed for 38 years
  • Bruce practices in Sarasota, FL

Practice Areas Explained

Bruce Howard Illes's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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Probate

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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

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Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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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 Sarasota 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 Howard Illes

Where is Bruce Howard Illes's law office located?
Bruce Howard Illes's law practice is located in Sarasota, Florida. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Bruce Howard Illes handle?
Bruce Howard Illes focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, employment, business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has Bruce Howard Illes practiced law?
Bruce Howard Illes has 38+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1988.
Where did Bruce Howard Illes go to law school?
Bruce Howard Illes earned their education at (Cleveland Marshall, 1988); (B.A., 1984).
How can I contact Bruce Howard Illes for a consultation?
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Education

Cleveland Marshall
Cleveland State University - Cleveland-Marshall College of Law
- 1988
B.A.
Kent State University
- 1984

Bar Admissions

Ohio
Admitted: 1988
Florida
Admitted: 2009

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