Atty. Paul Stephen Cherry
Paul Stephen Cherry is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, real estate, decedents' estates and 1 other area of law. Paul received a A.B. degree from Temple University in 1966, and has been licensed for 43 years.
Commercial Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Sarasota, FL · 43+ Years Experience
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About Paul Stephen Cherry at a Glance
Paul Stephen Cherry is a criminal defense, estate planning, business, real estate, and litigation attorney based in Sarasota, Florida. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1983) and Florida U.S. Supreme Court U.S. Tax Court U.S. Court of International Trade Pennsylvania Eastern Dis (1997). Educated at Widener University (J.D., 1982) and Temple University (A.B., 1966). Serves clients in Sarasota, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Paul Stephen Cherry
- Paul Stephen Cherry is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, real estate, decedents' estates and 1 other area of law
- Paul received a A.B. degree from Temple University in 1966, and has been licensed for 43 years
- Paul practices in Sarasota, FL
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Paul Stephen Cherry's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Paul Stephen Cherry handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Sarasota.
Criminal Defense in Sarasota
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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Estate Planning & Probate in Sarasota
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
Paul Stephen Cherry is one of 224,789 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Florida →
Business & Corporate Law in Sarasota
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Paul Stephen Cherry is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Florida →
Real Estate Law in Sarasota
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
Paul Stephen Cherry is one of 313,729 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Florida →
Civil Litigation in Sarasota
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Paul Stephen Cherry is one of 450,750 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Florida →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Sarasota
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 venue, 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.
Sarasota Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Sarasota-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Sarasota Choose Paul Stephen Cherry
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Paul Stephen Cherry's practice in the field of criminal defense, estate planning, business, real estate, and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Paul Stephen Cherry brings 43+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Pennsylvania and Florida U.S. Supreme Court U.S. Tax Court U.S. Court of International Trade Pennsylvania Eastern Dis, Paul Stephen Cherry can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering criminal defense, estate planning, and business, Paul Stephen Cherry can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Sarasota
A Sarasota-based practice means Paul Stephen Cherry attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Paul Stephen Cherry Handles in Sarasota
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Paul Stephen Cherry has experience with under Florida law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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