Atty. William Lawrence Petros

Atty. William Lawrence Petros

Mr. William Lawrence Petros is a lawyer practicing appeals, commercial, ethics & professional responsibility and 1 other area of law.

Coral Gables Coral Gables 43 yrs experience 43 year
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Profile Summary

About William Lawrence Petros at a glance

William Lawrence Petros is a Member based in Coral Gables, Florida, practicing at Petros & Elegant. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on wrongful death, business, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Florida (1983), District of Columbia (1985), U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida including Trial Bar (1985), and U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida including Trial Bar U.S. Bankruptcy Court, Southern (1989). Educated at Georgetown University (J.D., 1983) and University of Florida (B.A., 1980). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Dade County, Federal Bar (Southern District of Florida) and American Bar Associations The Florida Bar The District of Columbia Bar American Association for Justice Dade County Trial Lawyers Association The Florida Justice Association. Serands clients in Coral Gables, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. William Lawrence Petros is a lawyer practicing appeals, commercial, ethics & professional responsibility and 1 other area of law
  • William received a B.A. degree from University of Florida in 1980, and has been licensed for 43 years
  • William practices at Petros & Elegant in Coral Gables, FL

Practice Areas Explained

William Lawrence Petros's Areas of Practice

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

Wrongful Death

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Business & Corporate Law

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

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Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

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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 Coral Gables 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 Lawrence Petros

Where is William Lawrence Petros's law office located?
William Lawrence Petros's law practice is located in Coral Gables, Florida. The firm is Petros & Elegant. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William Lawrence Petros handle?
William Lawrence Petros focuses on wrongful death, business, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has William Lawrence Petros practiced law?
William Lawrence Petros has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did William Lawrence Petros go to law school?
William Lawrence Petros earned their education at (J.D., 1983); (B.A., 1980).
How can I contact William Lawrence Petros for a consultation?
You can contact William Lawrence Petros 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 Lawrence Petros received?
William Lawrence Petros's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Georgetown University
- 1983
B.A.
University of Florida
- 1980

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Florida
Admitted: 1983
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1985
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida including Trial Bar
Admitted: 1985
U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida including Trial Bar U.S. Bankruptcy Court, Southern
Admitted: 1989

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