Atty. William Alexander Clay

Atty. William Alexander Clay

Mr. William Alexander Clay is a lawyer practicing criminal, criminal law, criminal appeals and 22 other areas of law.

Miami Miami 53 yrs experience 53 year
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About William Alexander Clay at a glance

William Alexander Clay is a Partner based in Miami, Florida, practicing at Bill Clay, P.A. II. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Their practice focuses on drug crimes, criminal defense, business, tax, and white collar. Admitted to practice in Florida (1973), U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit (1978), Federal Trial Bar U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit (1980), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit (1981). Educated at Congreso Internacional De Derecho Penal, Bogota, Colombia (University, 2010) and University of Miami (J.D. University, 1973). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Dade County and American Bar Associations The Florida Bar Florida Criminal Defense Attorneys Association (Past Director) Academy of Florida Trial Lawyers National Association of Criminal Defense Attorneys The Association of Trial Lawyers of America. Serands clients in Miami, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. William Alexander Clay is a lawyer practicing criminal, criminal law, criminal appeals and 22 other areas of law
  • William received a degree from Congreso Internacional De Derecho Penal, Bogota, Colombia in 2010, and has been licensed for 53 years
  • William practices at Bill Clay, P.A
  • II in Miami, FL

Practice Areas Explained

William Alexander Clay's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases William Alexander Clay handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Drug Crimes

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Criminal Defense

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Business & Corporate Law

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Tax Law

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White Collar Crimes

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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 Miami 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 William Alexander Clay

Where is William Alexander Clay's law office located?
William Alexander Clay's law practice is located in Miami, Florida. The firm is Bill Clay, P.A. II. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William Alexander Clay handle?
William Alexander Clay focuses on drug crimes, criminal defense, business, tax, white collar. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has William Alexander Clay practiced law?
William Alexander Clay has 53+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1973.
Where did William Alexander Clay go to law school?
William Alexander Clay earned their education at (University, 2010); (J.D. University, 1973).
How can I contact William Alexander Clay for a consultation?
You can contact William Alexander Clay 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 William Alexander Clay received?
William Alexander Clay's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

University
Congreso Internacional De Derecho Penal, Bogota, Colombia
- 2010
J.D. University
University of Miami
- 1973

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Florida
Admitted: 1973
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit
Admitted: 1978
Federal Trial Bar U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit
Admitted: 1980
U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit
Admitted: 1981
U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit
Admitted: 1983
U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida
Admitted: 1988
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Oklahoma U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit U.S. Distric
Admitted: 1990

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