Atty. John Yates Benford
Mr. John Yates Benford is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, business torts, real estate litigation and 2 other areas of law.
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John Yates Benford is a Partner based in Orlando, Florida, practicing at Wilson Elser. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, business, real estate, white collar, and estate litigation. Admitted to practice in Florida (1995) and U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida (1996). Educated at University of Miami (J.D., 1994) and University of Miami (M.B.A., 1991). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Member: Orange County Bar Association (Member, Business Law Committee) The Florida Bar The Association of Trial Lawyers of America. Serands clients in Orlando, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Mr. John Yates Benford is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, business torts, real estate litigation and 2 other areas of law
- John received a M.B.A. degree from University of Miami in 1991, and has been licensed for 31 years
- John practices at Wilson Elser in Orlando, FL
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A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
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Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
John Yates Benford is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Florida →
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
John Yates Benford is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Florida →
John Yates Benford is one of 20,025 white collar attorneys indexed nationally. Browse white collar attorneys in Florida →
John Yates Benford is one of 20,023 estate litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate litigation attorneys in Florida →
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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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