Atty. William C. Carroll

Atty. William C. Carroll

Phi Alpha Delta. Member: William Doyle Inn; American Inns of Court, 1991-1992.

Palm Beach Palm Beach 34 yrs experience 34 year
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Profile Summary

About William C. Carroll at a glance

William C. Carroll is an Attorney based in Palm Beach, Florida, practicing at Mettler Randolph Massey Ferguson Carroll & Sterlacci, P.L.. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, and tax. Admitted to practice in Florida (1992). Educated at University of Denver College of Law (J.D. University, 1992) and University of Miami (B.A., 1981). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Palm Beach County Bar Association American Bar Association The Florida Bar (Member, Sections on: Real Property, Probate and Trust Law and Taxation) Palm Beach County Estate Planning Council. Serands clients in Palm Beach, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

Phi Alpha Delta

Member

  • William Doyle Inn
  • American Inns of Court, 1991-1992

Co-Author

"Minimizing a Personal Representative's Personal Liability to Pay Taxes," The Florida Bar Journal, 2004

Co-Author

"Structure Estate Planning Fees to Foster Income Tax Deductions," (Thomson RIA) Practical Tax Strategies, 2006

Practice Areas Explained

William C. Carroll's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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Probate

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Estate Planning & Probate

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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Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

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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 Palm Beach 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 C. Carroll

Where is William C. Carroll's law office located?
William C. Carroll's law practice is located in Palm Beach, Florida. The firm is Mettler Randolph Massey Ferguson Carroll & Sterlacci, P.L.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William C. Carroll handle?
William C. Carroll focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has William C. Carroll practiced law?
William C. Carroll has 34+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1992.
Where did William C. Carroll go to law school?
William C. Carroll earned their education at (J.D. University, 1992); (B.A., 1981).
How can I contact William C. Carroll for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has William C. Carroll received?
William C. Carroll's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D. University
University of Denver College of Law
- 1992
B.A.
University of Miami
- 1981

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Florida
Admitted: 1992

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