Atty. Cecelia Bonifay

Atty. Cecelia Bonifay

Cecelia Bonifay is a lawyer practicing probate & trust, administrative law, affordable & workforce housing and 11 other areas of law. Cecelia received a B.A. degree from Florida State Univ. in 1967, and has been licensed for 40 years.

Orlando Orlando 40 yrs experience 40 year
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Profile Summary

About Cecelia Bonifay at a glance

Cecelia Bonifay is a Shareholder based in Orlando, Florida, practicing at Akerman LLP. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, real estate, zoning, and environmental. Admitted to practice in FL (1986). Educated at Florida State Univ. College of Law (J.D., 1985) and Florida State Univ. (B.A. M.S.D., 1967). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Orlando, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Cecelia Bonifay is a lawyer practicing probate & trust, administrative law, affordable & workforce housing and 11 other areas of law
  • Cecelia received a B.A. degree from Florida State Univ. in 1967, and has been licensed for 40 years
  • Cecelia practices at Akerman LLP in Orlando, FL

Practice Areas Explained

Cecelia Bonifay's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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Probate

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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Land Use & Zoning

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Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

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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 Orlando 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 Cecelia Bonifay

Where is Cecelia Bonifay's law office located?
Cecelia Bonifay's law practice is located in Orlando, Florida. The firm is Akerman LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Cecelia Bonifay handle?
Cecelia Bonifay focuses on trusts, probate, real estate, zoning, environmental. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has Cecelia Bonifay practiced law?
Cecelia Bonifay has 40+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1986.
Where did Cecelia Bonifay go to law school?
Cecelia Bonifay earned their education at (J.D., 1985); (B.A. M.S.D., 1967).
How can I contact Cecelia Bonifay for a consultation?
You can contact Cecelia Bonifay 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 Cecelia Bonifay received?
Cecelia Bonifay's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Florida State Univ. College of Law
- 1985
B.A. M.S.D.
Florida State Univ.
- 1967

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

FL
Admitted: 1986

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