Russell W. Divine - Orlando, FL
Attorney at Divine & Estes, P.A.
Commercial Real Estate Lawyers in Orlando, FL
636 W. Yale Street Orlando, FL 32804
Orlando Commercial Real Estate Lawyer
Updated: 10/14/2026
Areas of Practice
- Commercial Real Estate
- Land Development
- Residential Real Estate
- Banking and Loan Closings
- Condominium and Homeowners Association Law
- Landlord/Tenant
- Purchase and Sale of Businesses
- Entity Formation
- Business Law
- Probate
Litigation: 5%
Attorney Information
Overview
1955-2022 – “After a valiant battle with cancer, Russ passed away on September 13, 2022”
Russ practiced in the areas of real estate and general business for over 35 years. He was experienced in handling a wide variety of commercial transactions including the purchase, sale, development and financing of large residential projects, shopping centers, motels, office buildings and apartments. He represented national homebuilders, local builders and developers and lending institutions.
Russ also handled residential transactions for buyers and sellers and was well versed in the regulatory requirements governing these transactions, including TRID and RESPA.
Awards and Honors
Honors
- AV rating from Martindale-Hubbell
Education
Legal Education
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University of Florida College of Law, Gainesville, Florida, 1980
J.D.
Non Legal Education
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University of Florida, Gainesville, Florida, 1977
B.S.B.A.
Honors: With Honors
Major: Accounting
Current Employment Position(s)
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Member
Classes and Seminars
- Instructor, Review Course - Real Estate Certification Exam, The Florida Bar (2012)
Bar Admissions
- Florida, 1980
Specialties and Certifications
- Board Certified in Real Estate Law (Florida Bar Board of Certification; 1990 - current)
Other Affiliations
- The Florida Bar, Board of Governors, 2001-2005
- The Florida Bar, Executive Council, Real Property, Probate and Trust Law Sections, 1998-2009
- The Florida Bar, Ninth Judicial Circuit Grievance Committee, 1996-1999 and 2011-2014; Chair, 1999 and 2011-2014
- The Florida Bar, Standing Committee on Pro Bono Legal Service, 2001-2005
- Orange County Bar Association, President, 1994-1995
- Orange County Bar Association, Executive Council, 1989-1995
- Board of Trustees, Orange County Legal Aid Society, 1991-1993
Contact
636 W. Yale Street
Orlando, FL 32804
Phone Number: 407-734-0047
Fax Number: 407-426-8030
Email: Send a message
Website: https://www.divineestes.com/
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