Atty. William V. Linne

Atty. William V. Linne

Mr. Linne received his B.A. degree in Accounting with honors from Michigan State University where he was awarded membership in the academic Accounting Honorary Society, Beta Alpha Psi and was a three-year letterman on Michigan State's baseball team.

Pensacola Pensacola 54 yrs experience 54 year
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Profile Summary

About William V. Linne at a glance

William V. Linne is an Attorney based in Pensacola, Florida, practicing at William V. Linne, Attorney at Law. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Their practice focuses on trusts, estate planning, business, and tax. Admitted to practice in Florida (1972) and Alabama (1972). Educated at Univeristy of Virginia (J.D. University, 1972) and Michigan State University (B.A., 1969). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Escambia-Santa Rosa and American. Serands clients in Pensacola, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Mr. Linne received his B.A. degree in Accounting with honors from Michigan State University where he was awarded membership in the academic Accounting Honorary Society, Beta Alpha Psi and was a three-year letterman on Michigan State's baseball team
  • Bill graduated from The University of Virginia School of Law in 1972 and later received his Masters in Taxation (L.L.M.) with highest honors from The University of Florida School of Law
  • Mr. Linne's office is located in Downtown Pensacola, Florida
  • The principal areas of Mr. Linne's practice include Trusts and Estates, Trust and Estate Administration, Corporations and Real Property, practicing in both the State of Florida and the State of Alabama since 1972
  • Before opening his own practice in 1986, Mr. Linne practiced law with Steiner, Crum and Baker in Montgomery, Alabama (1972-1975), was a partner in the Pensacola, Florida firm, Beggs & Lane (1975 thru 1982) and was the managing shareholder for the Pensacola office of Carlton, Fields, Ward, Emmanuel, Smith and Cutler (1982 thru 1986)
  • The firm consists of Mr. Linne, one associate, Jan E. Langford (B
  • A. from University of South Florida and J.D. cum laude from Stetson School of Law in 1981), three legal assistants and two firm administrators
  • With more than forty-three years experience, Mr. Linne and his staff work diligently to produce a highly sophisticated and superior work product
  • The firm operates at the highest professional and ethical level, providing prompt, efficient and effective service
  • Mr. Linne was chosen to serve on The First Judicial Circuit Committee on Professionalism
  • Additionally, he has been an active member of the Florida Bar Tax Certification Committee, which writes the exams for prospective tax lawyers
  • He is also an Elder in the Presbyterian Church, Past President of The Five Flags Rotary Club, Past President of The Pensacola Council of the Navy League and Founding Member of the Estate Planning Council of Northwest Florida
  • Bill has served as trustee and board member for numerous community boards
  • Bill currently serves on the Board of the Fellowship of Christian Athletes

Practice Areas Explained

William V. Linne's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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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.

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Business & Corporate Law

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

William V. Linne is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Florida →

Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

William V. Linne is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax 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 Pensacola 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 V. Linne

Where is William V. Linne's law office located?
William V. Linne's law practice is located in Pensacola, Florida. The firm is William V. Linne, Attorney at Law. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William V. Linne handle?
William V. Linne focuses on trusts, estate planning, business, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has William V. Linne practiced law?
William V. Linne has 54+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1972.
Where did William V. Linne go to law school?
William V. Linne earned their education at (J.D. University, 1972); (B.A., 1969).
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What awards or recognition has William V. Linne received?
William V. Linne's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D. University
Univeristy of Virginia
- 1972
B.A.
Michigan State University
- 1969

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Florida
Admitted: 1972
Alabama
Admitted: 1972

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