Atty. Mary-Ellen Cross

Atty. Mary-Ellen Cross

Ms. Mary-Ellen Cross is a lawyer practicing probate & trust, alternative dispute resolution, appellate practice and 6 other areas of law.

Gainesville Gainesville 24 yrs experience 24 year
Call (352) 757-4387 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Mary-Ellen Cross at a glance

Mary-Ellen Cross is a 8th Jud. Cir. based in Gainesville, Florida. They have 24+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2002. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, family law, real estate, and zoning. Admitted to practice in Florida U.S. District Court U.S. District Court, Northern District of Florida (2002). Educated at University of Florida (J.D., 2001) and James Madison University (B.A. James, 1986). Serands clients in Gainesville, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Ms. Mary-Ellen Cross is a lawyer practicing probate & trust, alternative dispute resolution, appellate practice and 6 other areas of law
  • Mary-Ellen received a B.A. degree from James Madison University in 1986, and has been licensed for 24 years
  • Mary-Ellen practices in Gainesville, FL

Practice Areas Explained

Mary-Ellen Cross's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Mary-Ellen Cross handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trusts

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Probate

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Family Law

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Real Estate Law

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Land Use & Zoning

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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 Gainesville 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 Mary-Ellen Cross

Where is Mary-Ellen Cross's law office located?
Mary-Ellen Cross's law practice is located in Gainesville, Florida. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Mary-Ellen Cross handle?
Mary-Ellen Cross focuses on trusts, probate, family law, real estate, zoning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has Mary-Ellen Cross practiced law?
Mary-Ellen Cross has 24+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2002.
Where did Mary-Ellen Cross go to law school?
Mary-Ellen Cross earned their education at (J.D., 2001); (B.A. James, 1986).
How can I contact Mary-Ellen Cross for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Florida
- 2001
B.A. James
James Madison University
- 1986

Bar Admissions

Florida U.S. District Court U.S. District Court, Northern District of Florida
Admitted: 2002

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