Atty. Robert M. Pretschner
Robert M. Pretschner is an associate in the law firm of Walters Levine Parisi & DeGrave, where he practices in the areas of commercial and residential real estate.
Civil Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Sarasota, FL · 47+ Years Experience
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About Robert M. Pretschner at a Glance
Robert M. Pretschner is a Senior Attorney based in Sarasota, Florida, practicing at Hahn Loeser & Parks LLP. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, real estate, creditor rights, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Florida (1979) and U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida (1982). Educated at Stetson University (J.D., 1978) and University of Georgia (A.B. Boston, 1973). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Sarasota County and American Bar Associations The Florida Bar (Member, Sections on: Trial Lawyers Real Property, Probate and Trust Law) American Alliance of Creditor Attorneys. Serves clients in Sarasota, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Robert M. Pretschner
- Robert M. Pretschner is an associate in the law firm of Walters Levine Parisi & DeGrave, where he practices in the areas of commercial and residential real estate
- PROFESSIONAL ACHIEVEMENTS Robert is a member of the Florida Bar Association, Sarasota County Bar Association, and Real Property and Trust Law Section of the Florida Bar
- Robert's practice is primarily focused on real estate matters including residential and commercial real estate transactions, real estate closings and title insurance, and real estate related litigation including representation of lenders in mortgage foreclosures, litigation related to issues involving real property titles such as actions to quiet title, adverse possession, specific performance of contracts, contract disputes, and title insurance claims
- Mr. Pretschner has been qualified in the circuit courts of the twelfth and twentieth judicial circuit as an expert witness with regard to expert witness testimony pertaining to real estate contract issues
- In connection with his real property practice, Robert is a licensed realtor and is an authorized agent for Attorney's Title Insurance Fund, First American Title Insurance Company, Stewart Title Guaranty Company, and Ticor Title Insurance Company
- Robert has been privileged to provide representation to home buyers and home sellers
- sellers and buyers of commercial real property
- mortgage companies
- real estate brokers and real estate salespersons
- and title insurance companies
- Robert is admitted to practice before all local and state courts in the State of Florida and the United States District Court, Middle District of Florida
- EDUCATION AND SCHOLASTICS Robert received his undergraduate degree from the University of Georgia where he graduated Magna Cum Laude
- Robert received a Master's Degree with Highest Honors in Political Science from Boston College
- Robert received his law degree from Stetson University College of Law where he was acknowledged as a Moot Court Outstanding Participant
- COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT Robert is a distinguished past president of the Kiwanis Club of Sarasota and distinguished past Lieutenant Governor of Division 18 of the Florida District of Kiwanis
- Robert has served on the board of directors of the Mustard Seed and has served as a trustee of the Florida District of Kiwanis Foundation
- He is a member of the Florida Association of Mortgage Professionals
Practice Areas Explained
Robert M. Pretschner's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert M. Pretschner handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Sarasota.
Trusts in Sarasota
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Probate in Sarasota
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Real Estate Law in Sarasota
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
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Creditor Rights & Collections in Sarasota
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Civil Litigation in Sarasota
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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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 Robert M. Pretschner
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 Robert M. Pretschner's practice in the field of trusts, probate, real estate, creditor rights, and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Robert M. Pretschner brings 47+ 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 Florida and U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida, Robert M. Pretschner can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering trusts, probate, and real estate, Robert M. Pretschner 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 Robert M. Pretschner 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 Robert M. Pretschner Handles in Sarasota
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