Atty. Charles A. "Chuck" Buford

Atty. Charles A. "Chuck" Buford

Chuck has been a member of the Florida Bar since 1981 and has a diverse commercial and business litigation practice. Those areas include real estate litigation, special asset work, employment disputes, probate litigation, construction litigation, personal injury, and a wide range of civil and business related litigation matters.

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Profile Summary

About Charles A. "Chuck" Buford at a glance

Charles A. "Chuck" Buford is a business and litigation attorney based in Clearwater, Florida, practicing at Johnson, Pope, Bokor, Ruppel & Burns LLP. Educated at University of Florida (J.D., 1980). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Mediation (2026). Serands clients in Clearwater, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Chuck has been a member of the Florida Bar since 1981 and has a diverse commercial and business litigation practice
  • Those areas include real estate litigation, special asset work, employment disputes, probate litigation, construction litigation, personal injury, and a wide range of civil and business related litigation matters
  • He was previously employed at Harper, Kynes, Geller and Buford, P.A. and joined Johnson Pope in 2007
  • He is board certified by the Florida Bar in business litigation
  • He has also been a circuit mediator since 1998 and has mediated hundreds of cases

Practice Areas Explained

Charles A. "Chuck" Buford's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Charles A. "Chuck" Buford handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

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

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Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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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 Clearwater 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 Charles A. "Chuck" Buford

Where is Charles A. "Chuck" Buford's law office located?
Charles A. "Chuck" Buford's law practice is located in Clearwater, Florida. The firm is Johnson, Pope, Bokor, Ruppel & Burns LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Charles A. "Chuck" Buford handle?
Charles A. "Chuck" Buford focuses on business, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
Where did Charles A. "Chuck" Buford go to law school?
Charles A. "Chuck" Buford earned their education at (J.D., 1980).
How can I contact Charles A. "Chuck" Buford for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Charles A. "Chuck" Buford received?
Charles A. "Chuck" Buford's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation; Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:; Best Lawyers in America — Mediation.

Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
University of Florida
- 1980

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Mediation
- 2026

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