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Overview
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Fees
Free Consultation (30 minutes)
Payment types
Cash, Check, Credit Card
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About Me
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William D. Umansky has over a decade of experience to offer any client, especially in the area of criminal defense and personal injury. He has an insight into... more
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Client Reviews
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a Criminal Defense client,
2009-02-12
almost 3 years ago.
Client Review:
Bill is a very diligent and competent lawyer. I am extremely lucky to have had him as my lawyer. Bill represented me in a misdemeanor shoplifting...
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a client,
2009-02-10
about 3 years ago.
Client Review:
Very highly recommend Mr. Umansky and his firm. He handled my legal matter professionally, skillfully, and tactfully. Excellent service.
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Peer Endorsements
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Bill has an uncanny ability to be straightforward even in the most trying of times, which means you can wholeheartedly trust his judgment and skills....
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Endorsement from lawyer:
Wayne Klinkbeil
, Orlando (FL), 10 days ago
Bill exemplifies the very best attributes of an active attorney and a level of professionalism we should all aspire to. Honesty, dedication and a...
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Endorsement from lawyer:
Nelson Tilden
, Winter Park (FL), 17 days ago
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Résumé
License
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19 years since William David Umansky was first licensed to practice law.
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License status |
Year acquired |
Last updated by Avvo |
| Florida |
Member in Good Standing
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1992 |
03/05/2011 |
We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
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Work Experience
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| Position |
Duration |
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City Prosecutor and Legal Adviser to Orlando Police Department at
City of Orlando
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1995–1998
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Assistant State Attorney and Domestic Violence Division Chief at
Office of the State Attorney 18th Judicial Circuit
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1992–1995
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Education
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| School |
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Graduated |
| University of Florida, Fredric G. Levin College of Law |
Law |
JD - Juris Doctor |
1992 |
| University of South Florida |
Psychology |
BA - Bachelor of Arts |
1988 |
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Awards
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| Award Name |
Granting Organization |
Date |
| Top Rated Lawyer AV Preeminent Lawyers |
Orlando Home & Leisure |
2011 |
| Top Rated Lawyers |
Orlando Home and Leisure Magazine |
2010 |
| Florida Legal Elite |
Florida Trend Magazine |
2010 |
| Recognition for Service as Trustee of the Board |
Orange County Legal Aid Society |
2009 |
| Certificate of Special Congressional Recognition |
Legal Aid Society |
2009 |
| 2009 Bronze award to Legal Aid |
Legal Aid Society |
2009 |
| Judge Thomas Kirk Founder's Award |
Judge Thomas Kirk Founder's Award |
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Associations
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Duration |
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National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers |
2011-present
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Central Florida Trial Lawyers Association |
2008-present
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| Member |
East Orlando Chamber of Commerce |
2006-present
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| Board of Directors |
Central Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers |
2005-present
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| Board of Directors |
Orange County Legal Aid Society - Raised over 120k for Legal Aid |
2005-present
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| Board of Directors |
Orange County Teen Court Judge |
2003-present
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Florida Bar |
1992-present
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| Board of Trustees |
Legal Aid Society |
2006-2009
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| Board of Directors |
Community Involvement, Central Florida YMCA |
2003-2007
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| Member |
Inns of Court |
1992-2006
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| Vice Chairman |
Teen Alternatives, Inc. |
2003-2005
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| Co-chair |
Orange County Bar Association, Criminal Law Committee |
2000-2005
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| Member |
Academy of Florida Trial Lawyers |
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| Member |
American Association of Trial Lawyers |
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Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers |
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| Member |
Orange County Bar Association, Gala Committee |
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| Member |
Rotary Club of Avalon Park |
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Portfolio
Contribution
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Reputation Level 12
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Publications
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Publication |
Date |
| Second Chances: Stories of Hope, Redemption and Forgiveness |
Author |
2011 |
| Power Principles For Success |
Author |
2010 |
| Premier Experts |
USA TODAY |
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Speaking Engagements
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Conference |
Date |
| Law and Civics |
Colonial High School |
2012 |
| Legal Aid: What its all about. |
Rotary Club of Avalon Park |
2009 |
| David and Jaidens Story |
Legal Aid Breakfast |
2009 |
| Legal Aid |
Downtown Rotary Club |
2009 |
| Legal Aid: What its all about |
Legal Aid Breakfast of Champions |
2008 |
| Safe Neighborhood |
Avalon Park Safe Neighborhood Meet & Greet |
2004 |
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