Atty. William Handle

Atty. William Handle

William Handle is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Banking and Finance Law, Commercial Litigation and Litigation - Banking and Finance. William, who practices law in Jacksonville, Florida, has been recognized since 2024.

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Profile Summary

About William Handle at a glance

William Handle is a business and litigation attorney based in Jacksonville, Florida, practicing at Akerman LLP. Educated at University of Florida (J.D., 2017). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Banking and Finance Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Banking and Finance (2026). Serands clients in Jacksonville, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • William Handle is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Banking and Finance Law, Commercial Litigation and Litigation - Banking and Finance
  • William, who practices law in Jacksonville, Florida, has been recognized since 2024
  • This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which William is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area

Practice Areas Explained

William Handle's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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

William Handle is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Florida →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

William Handle is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Florida →

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 Jacksonville 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 Handle

Where is William Handle's law office located?
William Handle's law practice is located in Jacksonville, Florida. The firm is Akerman LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William Handle handle?
William Handle focuses on business, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
Where did William Handle go to law school?
William Handle earned their education at (J.D., 2017).
How can I contact William Handle for a consultation?
You can contact William Handle 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 Handle received?
William Handle's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Banking and Finance Law; Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation; Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Banking and Finance.

Education

J.D.
University of Florida
- 2017

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Banking and Finance Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Banking and Finance
- 2026

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