Atty. William Paul Cervone

Atty. William Paul Cervone

Mr. William Paul Cervone is a lawyer practicing criminal prosecution, juvenile.

Gainesville Gainesville 52 yrs experience 52 year
Call (352) 681-4682 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About William Paul Cervone at a glance

William Paul Cervone is a State Atty. based in Gainesville, Florida. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on criminal defense and juvenile. Admitted to practice in Florida (1974) and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit and U.S. District Court, Northern and Middle Districts of Flori (1976). Educated at University of Florida, Fredric G. Levin College of Law (J.D., 1972) and University of Florida (B.A., 1971). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Gainesville, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. William Paul Cervone is a lawyer practicing criminal prosecution, juvenile
  • William received a B.A. degree from University of Florida in 1971, and has been licensed for 52 years
  • William practices in Gainesville, FL

Practice Areas Explained

William Paul Cervone's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

William Paul Cervone is one of 214,271 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Florida →

Juvenile Law

William Paul Cervone is one of 30,631 juvenile attorneys indexed nationally. Browse juvenile 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 Gainesville 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.

Looking for additional Florida attorneys? Browse all attorneys in Gainesville or all attorneys in Florida.

Frequently Asked

Common questions about William Paul Cervone

Where is William Paul Cervone's law office located?
William Paul Cervone's law practice is located in Gainesville, Florida. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William Paul Cervone handle?
William Paul Cervone focuses on criminal defense, juvenile. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has William Paul Cervone practiced law?
William Paul Cervone has 52+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1974.
Where did William Paul Cervone go to law school?
William Paul Cervone earned their education at (J.D., 1972); (B.A., 1971).
How can I contact William Paul Cervone for a consultation?
You can contact William Paul Cervone 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 Paul Cervone received?
William Paul Cervone's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Florida, Fredric G. Levin College of Law
- 1972
B.A.
University of Florida
- 1971

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Florida
Admitted: 1974
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit and U.S. District Court, Northern and Middle Districts of Flori
Admitted: 1976

Reviews

4.4
1 Review
5 0
4 0
3 0
2 0
1 0
These reviews belong to platform users; they do not constitute advertisement or promotion for the attorney. Opinions are published for informational purposes only.

No reviews yet.