Atty. John Raymond Mentzer III

Atty. John Raymond Mentzer III

John Raymond Mentzer III is a lawyer practicing probate & trust, business formation, business organization and 22 other areas of law. John received a B.S. degree from Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University in 1987, and has been licensed for 35 years.

Sarasota Sarasota 35 yrs experience 35 year
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Profile Summary

About John Raymond Mentzer III at a glance

John Raymond Mentzer III is a Managing Member based in Sarasota, Florida, practicing at John R. Mentzer, III, Chartered. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on formation, wills, contracts, trusts, and probate. Admitted to practice in Maryland (1991) and Florida (2006). Educated at University of Maryland (J.D., 1991) and Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University (B.S. Business, 1987). Serands clients in Sarasota, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • John Raymond Mentzer III is a lawyer practicing probate & trust, business formation, business organization and 22 other areas of law
  • John received a B.S. degree from Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University in 1987, and has been licensed for 35 years
  • John practices at John R. Mentzer, III, Chartered in Sarasota, FL

Practice Areas Explained

John Raymond Mentzer III's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John Raymond Mentzer III handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business Formation

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Wills

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Contracts

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Trusts

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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 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 John Raymond Mentzer III

Where is John Raymond Mentzer III's law office located?
John Raymond Mentzer III's law practice is located in Sarasota, Florida. The firm is John R. Mentzer, III, Chartered. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Raymond Mentzer III handle?
John Raymond Mentzer III focuses on formation, wills, contracts, trusts, probate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has John Raymond Mentzer III practiced law?
John Raymond Mentzer III has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did John Raymond Mentzer III go to law school?
John Raymond Mentzer III earned their education at (J.D., 1991); (B.S. Business, 1987).
How can I contact John Raymond Mentzer III for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Maryland
- 1991
B.S. Business
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
- 1987

Bar Admissions

Maryland
Admitted: 1991
Florida
Admitted: 2006

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