Atty. William McGovern Ford

Atty. William McGovern Ford

William McGovern Ford is a lawyer practicing family law, employment law, collections and 1 other area of law. William received a B.A. degree from Fairfield University in 1994, and has been licensed for 26 years.

West Palm Beach West Palm Beach 26 yrs experience 26 year
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Profile Summary

About William McGovern Ford at a glance

William McGovern Ford is a Member based in West Palm Beach, Florida, practicing at The Bachert Law Firm, P.A.. They have 26+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2000. Their practice focuses on family law, employment, creditor rights, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Florida U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida U.S. District Court, Middle District of Fl (2000). Educated at University of Notre Dame (J.D., 1999) and Fairfield University (B.A., 1994). Active member of The Florida Bar. Serands clients in West Palm Beach, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • William McGovern Ford is a lawyer practicing family law, employment law, collections and 1 other area of law
  • William received a B.A. degree from Fairfield University in 1994, and has been licensed for 26 years
  • William practices at The Bachert Law Firm, P.A. in West Palm Beach, FL

Practice Areas Explained

William McGovern Ford's Areas of Practice

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

Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

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Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

William McGovern Ford is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Florida →

Creditor Rights & Collections

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Civil 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 West 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 McGovern Ford

Where is William McGovern Ford's law office located?
William McGovern Ford's law practice is located in West Palm Beach, Florida. The firm is The Bachert Law Firm, P.A.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William McGovern Ford handle?
William McGovern Ford focuses on family law, employment, creditor rights, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has William McGovern Ford practiced law?
William McGovern Ford has 26+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2000.
Where did William McGovern Ford go to law school?
William McGovern Ford earned their education at (J.D., 1999); (B.A., 1994).
How can I contact William McGovern Ford for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Notre Dame
- 1999
B.A.
Fairfield University
- 1994

Bar Admissions

Florida U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida U.S. District Court, Middle District of Fl
Admitted: 2000

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