Office
William A. Beckett
Partner
A partner in the Real Estate practice, Bill Beckett concentrates on Developments of Regional Impact, land use and zoning, as well as real estate transactions, development and finance. He has represented numerous developers of large residential, commercial and mixed-use projects throughout Central Florida in complex matters involving land use entitlements, due diligence, utilities, governmental approvals, impact fees, financing, private land use covenants and restrictions, development and construction, and sales and leasing. Bill also served as Vice Chairman of the Orlando Orange County Expressway Authority, and has often assisted clients with transportation issues, particularly with public and private partnerships involving infrastructure improvements.
Education
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University of Central Florida , B.S., 1977
magna cum laude -
Florida State University College of Law, J.D., 1982
With High Honors, Order of the Coif
Admitted
- The Florida Bar - 1982
Recognition
- Martindale-Hubbell Rating: AV
- Listed in The Best Lawyers in America 2009-2012
- Orlando's Best Lawyers 2009-2011 Orlando Magazine
Professional Certifications, Memberships and Activities
- American Bar Association
- Orange County Bar Association
- The Florida Bar
Community Activities
- Florida Lottery Commission, former Chairman for 2000, 1998-2001
- Orlando-Orange County Expressway Authority, Member and past Vice Chairman, 1995-1998
- Juvenile Justice Implementation Committee, 1994-1998
- Orange County Juvenile Justice Task Force, 1993-1994
- Orange County Redistricting Advisory Committee, Member and past Vice Chair, 1991-1992
- Florida Education Council, 1986-1987