William S. Foley Esq. - Tampa, FL
Attorney at Foley Family Law
Divorce Lawyers in Tampa, FL
505 East Jackson St. Suite 205 Tampa, FL 33602
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Tampa Divorce Lawyer
Updated: 06/09/2026
Areas of Practice
- Divorce
- Family Law
Attorney Information
Overview
William S. Foley understands that family law issues are some of the most personal and challenging legal matters people face. Whether you’re going through a divorce, dealing with a custody dispute, or planning a prenuptial agreement, William is here to help with skilled legal guidance and a compassionate approach.
With nearly 20 years of legal experience and a special focus on Collaborative Divorce, William provides clients across Tampa Bay with practical solutions and dedicated representation.
Awards and Honors
Honors
- District Award for Public Image Campaign, 2017
- Rotary Club of Tampa, Paul Harris Fellow Recipient, 2014-Present
Education
Legal Education
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Pace University School of Law,
White Plains,
New York, 2005
J.D.
Honors: With Honors
Honors: Dean’s List, three of six semesters (Spring 2005, Fall 2004 [4.0 GPA], Spring 2004)
Honors: Lambda Chi Alpha Graduate Scholarship, 2002
Honors: University of Miami Study Abroad London Program, Summer 2003
Honors: Pace Trial Team, Captain
Honors: Buffalo Law School Invitational Competition
Honors: Pace Law School Student Bar Association, Member
Honors: Benjamin M. Lichtenstein and the ABA Client Counseling Competition, Participant
Law Review: Pace International Law Review, Articles Editor
Non Legal Education
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University of South Florida,
Tampa,
Florida, 2002
B.A., Bachelor of Arts
Honors: magna cum laude
Honors: With Honors
Honors: Dean’s List (seven of eight semesters)
Honors: Lambda Chi Alpha’s Undergraduate Scholarship, 2001
Honors: Phi Kappa Phi National Honor Society
Honors: Golden Key National Honor Society
Honors: Provost’s Scholars, 2001 – 2002
Honors: Honors Convocation, 2001, 2000
Major: Communications
Minor: Leadership Studies
Current Employment Position(s)
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Firm President and Lead Counsel
Past Positions
- Tampa, Florida Criminal and Family Law Office, Head of Family Law Division, Attorney, 2007 - 2009
- Tampa, Florida Boutique Family Law Office, Senior Associate Attorney, 2006 - 2007
- Elefante & Persanis, LLP, Scarsdale, New York, Law Clerk, 2004 - 2006
- John Jay Legal Services, New York Legal Aid Society, Student Attorney, 2004 - 2005
Pro Bono Activities
- Public Image Committee, Public Image Chair, 2016 - Present
- 1st U.S. Cavalry Regiment, Rough Riders – Gasparilla Krewe, Member, 2008 - Present
- Lambda Chi Alpha Alumni Association of Tampa Bay, President, 2009 - Present
- Brandon High School Alumni Association, Member, 2010 - Present
- University of South Florida Alumni Association, Member, 2002 - Present
- Alzheimer’s Association “Walk to End Alzheimer’s” – Tampa Walk, Member
- University of Tampa Speaking Center “Bi-annual Speech Contest”, Judge, 2010 - Present
- Rotary Club of Tampa, Active Member
- Tampa Rough Rider Krewe, Civic Volunteer and Participant
Bar Admissions
- Florida, 2006
Other Affiliations
- Hillsborough County Bar Association (Member)
- Hillsborough County Bar Association, Marital & Family Law Section (Member)
- The Florida Bar, Mediation and Collaborative Law Committee of the Family Law Section, 2011 - Present (Member)
- The Florida Bar, Membership Committee of the Family Law Section, 2010 - 2011 (Member)
- The Florida Bar, Young Lawyer Division, 2006 - Present
- The Florida Bar, Family Law Section, 2006 - Present (Member)
- The Florida Bar, Equitable Distribution Committee of the Family Law Section, 2007 - 2008 (Member)
- The Florida Bar, The Florida Bar Examination, 2010 (Volunteer Proctor)
- American Bar Association, 2003 - Present (Member)
- American Bar Association, Family Law Section, 2006 - Present
- International Academy of Collaborative Professionals, 2011 (Member)
Fraternities and Sororities
- Lambda Chi Alpha
- Phi Alpha Delta
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Contact
505 East Jackson St.
Suite 205
Tampa, FL 33602
Phone Number: 813-939-3538
Email: Send a message
Website: https://wfoleylaw.com/
Hours: Mon - Fri: 9 - 5 Office Hours
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