Atty. Gary A. Whitlock

Atty. Gary A. Whitlock

Gary Whitlock represents major financial institutions in a broad range of transactions. He routinely represents lenders making commercial and real estate loans, and has assisted his clients with loan restructurings and workouts.

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Profile Summary

About Gary A. Whitlock at a glance

Gary A. Whitlock is a business and real estate attorney based in Orlando, Florida, practicing at Akerman LLP. Educated at University of Virginia (J.D., 1983). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Banking and Finance Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Finance Law (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Transactions / UCC Law (2026). Serands clients in Orlando, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Gary Whitlock represents major financial institutions in a broad range of transactions
  • He routinely represents lenders making commercial and real estate loans, and has assisted his clients with loan restructurings and workouts
  • Gary also has significant experience working on loans to companies in the automotive sector, as well as representing clients with the acquisition of quarries
  • The typical transaction size is between $5 million and $25 million

Practice Areas Explained

Gary A. Whitlock's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Gary A. Whitlock 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.

Gary A. Whitlock is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Florida →

Real Estate Law

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

Gary A. Whitlock is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate 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 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 Gary A. Whitlock

Where is Gary A. Whitlock's law office located?
Gary A. Whitlock'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 Gary A. Whitlock handle?
Gary A. Whitlock focuses on business, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
Where did Gary A. Whitlock go to law school?
Gary A. Whitlock earned their education at (J.D., 1983).
How can I contact Gary A. Whitlock for a consultation?
You can contact Gary A. Whitlock 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 Gary A. Whitlock received?
Gary A. Whitlock's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Banking and Finance Law; Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Finance Law; Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Transactions / UCC Law; Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law; Lawyer of the Year — Banking and Finance Law (Orlando).

Education

J.D.
University of Virginia
- 1983

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Banking and Finance Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Finance Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Transactions / UCC Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Banking and Finance Law (Orlando)
- 2025
Lawyer of the Year — Banking and Finance Law (Orlando)
- 2023

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