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William Leininger

Attorney Mediator
Sarasota, FL, United States

About

With over four decades of legal practice, this professional has focused exclusively on divorce mediation and collaborative law since relocating to Florida. He has successfully mediated more than 850 cases, leveraging his extensive background as a former trial attorney to help couples reach amicable settlements without litigation.

Practice Areas

Family Law & Divorce

Professional Experience

Founder
William J. Leininger
P.A.
Former Trial Attorney (New York)
Divorce Mediator (Florida and New York)

Publications Leadership

  • Author of multiple articles on divorce mediation and collaborative law
  • Frequent presenter at seminars regarding family law mediation strategies

Positioning Takeaways

This neutral is established as a veteran family law expert who transitioned from high-stakes litigation to a settlement-focused practice, offering deep procedural knowledge for complex divorce cases.

License & Certifications

  • Florida Supreme Court Certified Family Mediator
  • Member of the Florida Bar
  • Member of the New York Bar (Retired status)
  • Certified Advanced Practitioner
  • Academy of Professional Family Mediators

Education

Juris Doctor
Fordham University School of Law
1974
Bachelor of Arts
St. Francis College
1971

Distinction

He is one of the few mediators in Florida to hold the 'Certified Advanced Practitioner' designation from the Academy of Professional Family Mediators.

Reputation

He is regarded as a highly skilled facilitator who specializes in reducing conflict and helping parties avoid the financial and emotional costs of traditional courtroom litigation.