Atty. William M. Corley

Atty. William M. Corley

William Corley has a practice focused on civil litigation specializing in brain injuries, drugs and medical devices, mass tort litigation, products liability, and motor vehicle litigation. His clients include Jacksonville University, Stetson University, Medtronic Inc., Baxter Healthcare, Dow Corning, Abbott Laboratories, and Medmarc.

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About William M. Corley at a glance

William M. Corley is an Attorney based in Jacksonville, Florida, practicing at Marks Gray, P.A.. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on slip & fall, product liability, and adr. Admitted to practice in Florida (1982), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Florida (1983), and U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit (1983). Educated at Stetson University (J.D., 1981) and Western Maryland College (B.A., 1974). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of The Bar Association of Jacksonville The Florida Bar. Serands clients in Jacksonville, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • William Corley has a practice focused on civil litigation specializing in brain injuries, drugs and medical devices, mass tort litigation, products liability, and motor vehicle litigation
  • His clients include Jacksonville University, Stetson University, Medtronic Inc., Baxter Healthcare, Dow Corning, Abbott Laboratories, and Medmarc
  • Mr. Corley became a Certified Civil Mediator in 2014
  • This certification establishes standards of training and experience by which practitioners can mediate court-referred cases
  • Please click here to view Mr. Corley’s video on mediation
  • Mr. Corley graduated from Western Maryland College in 1974 (B.A
  • Cum Laude) and Stetson University (J.D. with honors)
  • He was the Articles and Notes Editor for the Stetson Law Review, (1980-81)
  • Mr. Corley served in the U.S
  • Army, Field Artillery, as Captain from 1974 to 1979 (Airborne Ranger)
  • He served in the U.S
  • Army Reserve, Military Intelligence from 1982 to 1999 (Lt Col.)
  • Mr. Corley has practiced law with Marks Gray since 1982
  • He is a member of the Products Liability Advisory Council and is a member of the Defense Research Institute where he serves on the Medical Drug & Device Committee
  • He is also a member of the American Board of Trial Advocates, trying at least 20 civil trials to jury verdict
  • He is a member of The Florida Bar where he served as Chair of the Code and Rules of Evidence Committee
  • He is also a member of the Jacksonville Bar Association and Florida Defense Lawyers Association
  • Mr. Corley is a frequent lecturer on medical drug and device mass tort litigation throughout the country, including Mealey’s Seminars, Medmarc Medical Drug and Device Seminars and ACI Drug and Medical Device Seminars
  • Mr. Corley has been named to the Florida Super Lawyers® list in 2007, 2009-2017
  • Only 5% of the lawyers in Florida earn the Super Lawyers honor
  • Mr. Corley is involved in various activities in our community
  • He is a member of Leadership Jacksonville and St. John the Baptist Catholic Church

Practice Areas Explained

William M. Corley's Areas of Practice

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

Slip & Fall / Premises Liability

William M. Corley is one of 29,473 slip & fall attorneys indexed nationally. Browse slip & fall attorneys in Florida →

Product Liability

William M. Corley is one of 66,193 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in Florida →

Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

William M. Corley is one of 73,906 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr 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 M. Corley

Where is William M. Corley's law office located?
William M. Corley's law practice is located in Jacksonville, Florida. The firm is Marks Gray, P.A.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William M. Corley handle?
William M. Corley focuses on slip & fall, product liability, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has William M. Corley practiced law?
William M. Corley has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did William M. Corley go to law school?
William M. Corley earned their education at (J.D., 1981); (B.A., 1974).
How can I contact William M. Corley for a consultation?
You can contact William M. Corley 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 M. Corley received?
William M. Corley's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Stetson University
- 1981
B.A.
Western Maryland College
- 1974

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Florida
Admitted: 1982
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Florida
Admitted: 1983
U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit
Admitted: 1983

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