Atty. Peter A Portley
Mr. Peter A Portley is a lawyer practicing probate & trust, trusts and estates, arbitration and 10 other areas of law.
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Peter A Portley is a Partner based in Lighthouse Point, Florida, practicing at Portley and Sullivan. They have 58+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1968. Their practice focuses on wills, trusts, probate, estate planning, and business. Admitted to practice in Florida (1968), U.S. Supreme Court (1979), and U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida including Trial Bar (1983). Educated at St. John's University School of Law (J.D., 1968) and University of Florida (A.B., 1965). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of President, 1977-1978), Broward County (President, 1989-1990) and American Bar Associations The Florida Bar Broward Trial Lawyers Association (President, 1984, North Broward County. Serands clients in Lighthouse Point, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Mr. Peter A Portley is a lawyer practicing probate & trust, trusts and estates, arbitration and 10 other areas of law
- Peter received a A.B. degree from University of Florida in 1965, and has been licensed for 58 years
- Peter practices at Portley and Sullivan in Lighthouse Point, FL
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An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
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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 Lighthouse Point 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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