His grandfather, Peter DeVuono was State Representative for the 41st
District, Illinois, from 1953-1955. Prior to his death, Attorney
DeVuono-well in his '80's at the time- argued a Novel Legal Precedent
by challenging the Supreme Court of Florida's Examination policy for
reciprocal recognition from other jurisdictions to be recognized by the
Florida Bar. His argument was highly respected, but summarily denied.
