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Will Robinson Earns Florida Bar Board Recertification in Real Estate Law
William C. Robinson, Esq.. Florida Board Certified in Real Estate Law
The law firm of Blalock Walters, P.A. is pleased to announce that attorney William C. Robinson, Jr. has earned board recertification in Real Estate Law from The Florida Bar. Robinson has been board certified since 2013 and is one of only 450 attorneys certified in real estate law in Florida.
Florida Bar Board certification is the highest level of evaluation by The Florida Bar of competency and experience within an area of law. It recognizes an attorney’s special knowledge, skills and proficiency in the attorney’s field of law and the attorney’s character, ethics and professionalism in the practice of law. An attorney must reapply for board certification every five years and demonstrate the attorney’s substantial involvement in the area of certification.
Will focuses primarily in the areas of real estate and local government law. He represents individuals, businesses and commercial and residential real estate developers. His practice involves real estate conveyances, permit approvals and leasing. Will also drafts commercial leasing agreements, residential and commercial real estate conveyances, easement agreements and declarations of covenants and restrictions for subdivisions in the residential, commercial and mixed use projects. He has a wide range of knowledge and experience in handling real estate, zoning and development and business transactions. Will is Board Certified in Real Estate Law by The Florida Bar. Will was elected in 2018 and then re-elected in 2020 to represent District 71 in the Florida House of Representatives.
Will can be reached at 941.748.0100 or wrobinson@blalockwalters.com.
Blalock Walters Hires Real Estate Attorney Laura Smidt
PRESS RELEASE: SARASOTA-BRADENTON, FL, April 26, 2023 ––The law firm of Blalock Walters, P.A. is pleased to welcome attorney Laura Smidt to its real estate and leasing practice groups. Smidt has experience in commercial and residential transactions, including...
Blalock Walters Sponsors Tidewell Foundation Signature Luncheon
The firm of Blalock Walters was a proud Visionary Sponsor of the Tidewell Foundation Signature Luncheon. This year's luncheon was a tribute to U.S. military veterans and featured keynote speaker, former Army Major and Bronze Star recipient, Dr. Sudip Bose., Dr. Bose...
Taylor Falkner Nominated for Manatee Young Professionals Award
Taylor Falkner, land use and local government attorney was nominated Manatee Young Professionals (MYP) MVP Awards. The 2023 MYP Awards celebrates professionals in Manatee County ages 21-40 who demonstrate initiative and excellence in their careers, contribute time and...
Charitable Giving Can Lower Estate Tax Burden
Under the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, in 2026, the basic exclusion amount will drop to less than half of the current amount, so plan wisely Under the current tax laws, it is easy to forget that the imposition of an estate tax could drastically reduce the amount you plan to...
Who Inherits My Assets If I Have No Will?
As estate planning attorneys we are often asked, “Who will inherit my assets if I die without putting a will in place?” Many people believe that without a last will and testament (a will), the state of Florida will automatically become the beneficiary of their estate...
Should Employers Implement a Jury Trial Waiver?
Employers should consider requiring jury trial waivers for employees. Arbitration agreements in the employment context have been used by employers for years to avoid having to publicly litigate employment related claims filed against them by employees. Mandatory...
What Is Going To Happen To Your Vacation Home? Planning Makes All the Difference
Planning makes all the difference. Leaving the vacation property to each of your children in equal shares, without addressing all of the complexities of co-ownership, maintenance costs and the potential for serious disputes among the owners is not a plan. Somebody...
Two Recent Ordinance Amendments Revise Local Land Use Regulations
The Manatee County Board of County Commissioners voted November 2, 2022 to approve two ordinances that amended the language of the Manatee County Land Development Code (LDC). The first ordinance, No. 22-67, amends the LDC as it relates to half dwelling units and an...
Is Your Corporate Shield an Aegis or a Target?
A skilled corporate or estate planning attorney can help to insulate you personally from the risk of a lawsuit related to your corporate entity’s business dealings. Are you starting your first business? Maybe you’re a seasoned capitalist starting a new venture?...
If Your Nonprofit Accepts Donations, You May Be Subject To Additional Registration Requirements
However, certain charitable organizations are exempt from registration requirements and you should check before you register If your charitable or tax-exempt organization is doing fundraising in Florida, it likely must register with the Florida Department of...
