Atty. W Scott Van Ness

Atty. W Scott Van Ness

W Scott Van Ness is a lawyer practicing landlord and tenant law, bankruptcy, business and 9 other areas of law. W received a B.S.B.A. degree from University of Florida in 1989, and has been licensed for 34 years.

Sarasota Sarasota 34 yrs experience 34 year
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Profile Summary

About W Scott Van Ness at a glance

W Scott Van Ness is a Member based in Sarasota, Florida, practicing at Van Ness Law Group, P.A.. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Their practice focuses on contracts, trusts, probate, business, and real estate. Admitted to practice in Florida (1992). Educated at University of Florida (J.D. Finance, 1991) and University of Florida (B.S.B.A. Finance, 1989). Recognitions include CV Notable. Active member of Sarasota Bar Association The Florida Bar (Member, Real Estate Section) Gulf Coast Football Official Association (Vice President) SSFL (Semi Pro Official) SICOA Collegiate Group. Serands clients in Sarasota, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • W Scott Van Ness is a lawyer practicing landlord and tenant law, bankruptcy, business and 9 other areas of law
  • W received a B.S.B.A. degree from University of Florida in 1989, and has been licensed for 34 years
  • W practices at Van Ness Law Group, P.A. in Sarasota, FL

Practice Areas Explained

W Scott Van Ness's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases W Scott Van Ness handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Contracts

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Trusts

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Probate

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

W Scott Van Ness is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Florida →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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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 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 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 W Scott Van Ness

Where is W Scott Van Ness's law office located?
W Scott Van Ness's law practice is located in Sarasota, Florida. The firm is Van Ness Law Group, P.A.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does W Scott Van Ness handle?
W Scott Van Ness focuses on contracts, trusts, probate, business, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has W Scott Van Ness practiced law?
W Scott Van Ness has 34+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1992.
Where did W Scott Van Ness go to law school?
W Scott Van Ness earned their education at (J.D. Finance, 1991); (B.S.B.A. Finance, 1989).
How can I contact W Scott Van Ness for a consultation?
You can contact W Scott Van Ness directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has W Scott Van Ness received?
W Scott Van Ness's notable recognition includes: CV Notable.

Education

J.D. Finance
University of Florida
- 1991
B.S.B.A. Finance
University of Florida
- 1989

Awards

CV Notable

Bar Admissions

Florida
Admitted: 1992

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