Howard P. Ross
About Howard P. Ross
Howard P. Ross is a lawyer based in St. Petersburg, FL and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2013. Howard P. Ross is recognized in the following practice areas:
- St. Petersburg, Florida
- Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships)
- Commercial Litigation
- Commercial Transactions / UCC Law
- Corporate Law
- Litigation - Mergers and Acquisitions
- Litigation - Real Estate
- Real Estate Law
- Trusts and Estates
Current Firm: Battaglia, Ross, Dicus & McQuaid PA
Education: Stetson University, J.D., graduated 1964
Location: St. Petersburg, FL
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