Atty. William Robert Smith

Atty. William Robert Smith

Mr. William Robert Smith is a lawyer practicing business law, corporation law, real estate and 3 other areas of law.

Fort Myers Fort Myers 62 Years Experience 62 year
Call (239) 241-5442

Profile Summary

About William Robert Smith at a glance

William Robert Smith is a Member based in Fort Myers, Florida, practicing at William R. Smith, P.A.. They have 62+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1964. Their practice focuses on probate, estate planning, business, real estate, and elder law. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1964), U.S. Court of Military Appeals (1964), and Florida (1987). Educated at University of Richmond (LL.B., 1964) and Virginia Commonwealth University (B.S., 1961). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Harrisonburg Bar Association (President, 1975-1976) Virginia State Bar The Florida Bar. Serves clients in Fort Myers, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. William Robert Smith is a lawyer practicing business law, corporation law, real estate and 3 other areas of law
  • William received a B.S. degree from Virginia Commonwealth University in 1961, and has been licensed for 62 years
  • William practices at William R. Smith, P.A. in Fort Myers, FL

Practice Areas Explained

William Robert Smith's Areas of Practice

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

Probate

William Robert Smith is one of 115,645 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Florida →

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

William Robert Smith is one of 203,974 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Florida →

Business & Corporate Law

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

William Robert Smith is one of 452,854 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Florida →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

William Robert Smith is one of 286,061 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Florida →

Elder Law

Elder law attorneys for Medicaid planning, long-term care, guardianship, conservatorship, and elder abuse.

William Robert Smith is one of 47,923 elder law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse elder law 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 Fort Myers 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 venue, 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 Robert Smith

Where is William Robert Smith's law office located?
William Robert Smith's law practice is located in Fort Myers, Florida. The firm is William R. Smith, P.A.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William Robert Smith handle?
William Robert Smith focuses on probate, estate planning, business, real estate, elder law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has William Robert Smith practiced law?
William Robert Smith has 62+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1964.
Where did William Robert Smith go to law school?
William Robert Smith earned their education at (LL.B., 1964); (B.S., 1961).
How can I contact William Robert Smith for a consultation?
You can contact William Robert Smith 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 Robert Smith received?
William Robert Smith's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

LL.B.
University of Richmond
- 1964
B.S.
Virginia Commonwealth University
- 1961

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 1964
U.S. Court of Military Appeals
Admitted: 1964
Florida
Admitted: 1987

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