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Amy B. Van Fossen

Amy B. Van Fossen

The Law Office of Amy B Van Fossen, P.A.
  • Elder Law, Estate Planning, Probate
  • Florida
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Biography

Amy B. Van Fossen established The Law Office of Amy B. Van Fossen P.A. (formerly The Law Office of Amy B. Jackson P.A.) in 2004. Amy was born and raised in southeastern Ohio and has two daughters, Katie and Savannah, who both share her passion for our elder community. Savannah provides medical care to the elder community as an RN. Katie is a second-generation attorney, chairing the Probate, Medicaid & VA departments at the Law Office of Amy B. Van Fossen, P.A.

Ms. Van Fossen received her undergraduate degree in Organizational Behavior from Rollins College and earned her JD from Barry University School of Law in 2003. She is licensed to practice in Florida. Her firm practices in the areas of Estate Planning, Case Management, Guardianship, Probate and Trust Administration, VA Planning, Medicaid Planning, Trust Funding, and Civil Litigation.

Ms. Van Fossen is accredited by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs for the preparation and presentation of Aid and Attendance claims, making her one of the few VA accredited attorneys in Brevard County.

Ms. Van Fossen is a member of the Florida Bar Association; the Brevard County Bar Association; Elder Counsel; American Business Women’s Association; and the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys.

Amy’s personal interests involve our community’s youth, supporting those with special needs, and the rescue of animals. Locally, Ms. Van Fossen serves her community in each of these areas. Amy is an Emeritus member of the Board of Directors for Club Esteem, a youth organization with a mission to “inspire youth from economically disadvantaged communities to embrace the highest standards of academic and personal excellence.” (Mission Statement for Club Esteem) Amy also has a strong Business Partnership with Brevard County Schools, supporting our students through professional counseling and local sponsorship. Her efforts extend to supporting many of our local animal shelters through events, fundraising and adoption advocacy.

Practice Areas
Elder Law
Estate Planning
Guardianship & Conservatorship Estate Administration, Health Care Directives, Trusts, Wills
Probate
Probate Administration, Probate Litigation, Will Contests
Additional Practice Areas
  • Medicaid Planning
  • Veteran's Benefits Planning
  • Case Management
Fees
  • Free Consultation
    Free consultations are available for seminar participants. Seminars are offered in Estate Planning, VA & Medicaid Planning, and Guardianship. Call for dates & times of upcoming seminars. 321-345-5945.
  • Credit Cards Accepted
    Accept all major credit cards
Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
Florida
The Florida Bar
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Languages
  • English: Spoken, Written
Professional Experience
Owner / Attorney
The Law Office of Amy B. Van Fossen, P.A.
- Current
Education
Barry University Dwayne O. Andreas School of Law
J.D. (2003)
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Rollins College
B.A. (1996)
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Awards
Gold Client Champion
Martindale-Hubbell
Best of the Space Coast - Professional Category
Space Coast Living Magazine
Professional Associations
The Florida Bar  # 0732257
Member
Current
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Brevard County Bar Association
Member
Current
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Elder Counsel
Member
Current
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The Florida Bar, Elder Law Section, Veteran's Benefits Committee
Member
Current
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Club Esteem
Board Member
Current
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Brevard Alzheimer's Foundation
Board Member
Current
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Florida State Guardianship Association
Member
Current
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Brevard Association of Human Services
Member
Current
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Websites & Blogs
Website
The Law Office of Amy B. Van Fossen, P.A.
Contact & Map
The Law Office of Amy B. Van Fossen, P.A.
211 E. New Haven Avenue
Melbourne, FL 32901
Telephone: (321) 345-5945
Fax: (321) 345-5417
Monday: 8:30 AM - 5 PM
Tuesday: 8:30 AM - 5 PM
Wednesday: 8:30 AM - 5 PM
Thursday: 8:30 AM - 5 PM (Today)
Friday: 8:30 AM - 12 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
Notice: After-hours call service available.