Durant Probate Lawyers

Matt DeBoard is a Senior Partner with Barrister Law Firm. Raised in the Orlando area, Mr. DeBoard earned his high school degree from Oak Ridge High School and later went on to American University in Washington, D.C. where he completed a double-major curriculum in both Physics and Communications. Mr. DeBoard earned his law degree from Florida A&M University College of Law in Orlando, where he achieved the highest grade of anyone in his class in both his Constitutional Law II and Trademark Seminar law classes.

Mr. DeBoard has decades of experience in both the real estate and mortgage businesses. Prior to...

Attorney Christina M. Miner is an associate attorney at Bloodworth Law, PLLC, in Winter Haven, and Orlando, Florida.

Christina handles Personal Injury Protection (PIP) litigation, commercial litigation, and estate and probate litigation.

Christina joined the team in April 2019 and has a range of legal experience in Central Florida law that began in 2009. Her focus is on client goals and providing options to best resolve legal issues.

“In estate litigation, I get to look at what clients have, what their goals are, and their wishes,” Christina said. “It’s my job to solve the financial puzzles and legal problems. Then I...

I have worked for Finra, a financial regulator; LeClairRyan; and the Legal Aid Society of Eastern Virginia. I have been recognized as a Technology Litigation Fellow by the Center for Legal and Court Technology, in Williamsburg, Virginia and was selected to participate in the Center’s annual lab trial. I focus on corporate law and estate planning for the small business owner. During my time at Finra, I worked in Registration and Disclosure, developing policies relating to past criminal sanctions, as well as assisting in decisions regarding expungment of customer complaints against registered brokers. While at LeClairRyan, I...

I have had strong focus on helping people plan for life's events since law school, where I volunteered in our elder law clinic drafting wills, trusts, and powers of attorney for low-income seniors. I also have over seven years of experience as an attorney for the United States Government working for the Social Security Administration and administrative law judges. I have extensive experience in working with administrative judges and appellate judges. As an attorney, my role in estate planning is to help you achieve your goals for your property. Your goals may include things like ensuring...

Mr. Hancock is the Managing Partner at Hancock & Associates, P.A. He graduated from undergraduate school at the University of Central Florida in 2003, where he received his Bachelors of Science in Psychology. He attended and graduated from Florida A&M College of Law, in Orlando, FL, and received his Juris Doctor in 2010. He has been a member of the Florida Bar and a practicing attorney since September, 2010. During law school, he was a summer associate at McCreary & Hancock, P.A., in Orlando, Florida, and later was a clerk for the Judge of Compensation Claims in Orlando, FL....

Don Harvey was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He attended high school in Winter Park at Trinity Preparatory School. After graduating, he earned his Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics with a double minor in Russian and Political Science from Louisiana State University in 1991. Upon graduating, he was named a Regents Scholar by the Louisiana Board of Regents for his academic and non-academic achievements while at LSU, including walking on to the LSU football team. While at LSU, he was also a member of the Phi Kappa Psi Fraternity and Phi Beta Kappa Honor Society.

He then...

Tyler Puttick joined the law firm of Rossway Swan in 2018 and practices in the areas of real estate law, probate and trust administration, estate planning and general corporate law. Prior to joining the Firm, Mr. Puttick served as a Law Clerk for the Firm in 2013 and later practiced at a boutique firm serving clients on the Treasure and Space Coasts.

Mr. Puttick earned his Juris Doctor degree from Stetson University College of Law, where he was a member of the selective Elder Law Concentration Program and the Elder Law Society. He received a Certificate of Concentration in Elder Law...

Jeffrey Attia's practice focuses on assisting people through the probate and estate settlement process and on helping people preserve their wishes and secure their loved ones’ future with personalized and custom estate plans.

People who have recently lost a loved one and who are also responsible for administering their loved one's estate often face challenges. At The Law Office of Jeffrey Attia, PA, we effectively guide our clients each step of the way throughout the probate and estate settlement process. And we do so in a timely and cost-efficient manner.

Jeffrey Attia is a member of the Elder Law Section of The...

As the founder of Hartbrodt Law, P.A., Attorney Barbara J. Hartbrodt is committed to trustworthy and passionate legal representation that focuses on a client-centered approach and collaborative lawyering.

As a native and lifelong resident of Central Florida, Ms. Hartbrodt attended Stetson University in DeLand, Florida for her undergraduate education. In 2015, Barbara graduated with honors, Cum Laude, from Florida A&M University College of Law (“FAMU”) at the top of her class. During her law school career, Ms. Hartbrodt held office as the Treasurer of Law Students for Reproductive Justice, a student organization.

Prior to admission to the Florida Bar, Ms. Hartbrodt interned...

Attorney Ruth Rhodes is the owner of Rhodes Law, P.A., a Helping Seniors of Brevard Board Member, and a resident business at One Senior Place. Ruth C. Rhodes and Rhodes Law, P.A. help individuals and families with all areas of Elder Law, which includes, but not limited to, Estate Planning, Wills and Trusts, Powers of Attorney, Guardianship, Probate and Trust Administration, and Medicaid Planning.

She graduated Valedictorian from the College of Law at Florida A&M University, and has more than 20 years of experience working in the legal field with more than 12 years as a practicing attorney.

Ms. Rhodes understands...

Jessica practices as an attorney in the areas of Estate Planning, Trust Administration, Probate Administration and Elder Law. In addition, Jessica is also a Florida Supreme Court Certified County Mediator. Prior to starting her own firm, Law Office of Jessica Lynn Silva, PLLC, Jessica was an Associate Attorney with Panouses Law Group.

Before practicing law, Jessica garnered legal experience through her previous roles as Judicial Assistant to Brevard County Judge David E. Silverman for four years, and as a Civil Litigation Paralegal, Real Estate Paralegal, Certified Notary Signing Agent, Real Estate Agent, Florida Mortgage Broker, Real Estate...

Welcome to the Law Offices of Stacy A. Eckert. Mr. Eckert provides his clients with personalized service and attention in cases involving bankruptcy, estate planning and probate, foreclosure defense, corporate and business law along with real estate disputes. As a 39 year resident of Volusia County, he has dedicated his career to providing his clients with caring and competent service while keeping them informed and up to date on the processes involved with their cases. Over the years, Mr. Eckert has filed over 3000 bankruptcy cases, both personal and business. He has handled and defended against multiple...

Melissa K. Hancock was born and raised in Panama City, Florida. She obtained a Bachelor of Science degree in Elementary Education from Florida State University in 1997. Ms. Hancock taught fourth grade for two years and assisted with writing the curriculum for a conflict resolution program for grades K-5.

Ms. Hancock returned to Florida State University in 2000 where she obtained her Juris Doctor in 2003. She was employed at a prestigious local law firm in Ocala as an associate attorney from 2003 until 2015. Ms. Hancock established Melissa K. Hancock, P.A. in 2015. She obtained her board...

Shannine Anderson, Esquire is the founder of Regalis Law, P.A. Attorney Anderson practices business, real estate, wills, trusts, probate, and personal injury law. She served as a Senior Trial Court Law Clerk in the Ninth Judicial Circuit and the Nineteenth Judicial Circuit, working closely with judges on various trial and appellate legal issues. Attorney Anderson graduated with honors from Florida State University College of Law. During law school, she interned at the First District Court of Appeal, the Public Interest Law Center, and was also selected as a Kellogg’s Law Fellow. Ms. Anderson obtained a Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration...

GLEN ABBOTT A lifelong Floridian, Mr. Abbott was born and grew up in south Florida. He graduated from the University of Florida in both undergraduate studies and law school. Moving to Citrus County right out of law school, he has been serving clients in Citrus County and the surrounding area for his entire legal career. Mr. Abbott is past president of the Citrus County Bar Association. He is married and has two children and three stepchildren. Over the years he has been active in and supportive of youth sports and various civic organizations. EDUCATION Bachelor of Arts, University of Florida College of...

Phillip Gunthert is an experienced Estate Planning & Probate attorney based in Central Florida who handles matters throughout the state of Florida. After working for another firm, he founded his practice in 2011, with the guiding principles of wanting to provide accessible counsel to those seeking guidance & direction regarding both advance planning of estate matters and probate matters, in a down-to-earth and understandable manner. His testimonials endorse his commitment to his clients and his area of expertise. When Phillip is not practicing law, he can be found spending time with his wife & 2 young children, catching up with rugby...

Associate attorney Isaac Tilton handles bankruptcy, business and commercial litigation, trust litigation, estate litigation, and employment litigation for Bloodworth Law, PLLC, in Orlando, Florida.

Isaac has more than a decade of experience in commercial litigation and is licensed to practice law in Florida, New York, and California.

Isaac has experience in bankruptcy, commercial litigation including breach of contract, corporate disputes, partnership disputes, real estate disputes, fraud, and employment disputes.

Isaac received a Juris Doctorate, cum laude, from Brooklyn Law School in 2008. He was the Associate Managing Editor of the Journal of International Law. He was a member of the Moot Court Honor...

J. Kemp Brinson is a Partner at Bloodworth Law, PLLC, in Orlando, Florida, and Winter Haven, Florida. Kemp has practiced business litigation, trust litigation, probate litigation, and employment litigation since 2004.

Kemp is able to see legal issues as a plaintiff’s attorney and as a defendant’s attorney.

“I would describe it as perspective because I know what the other side is thinking,” Kemp said. And it’s most valuable in the settlement context because I know exactly what conversation is had if I’m on the plaintiff’s side or whether as the defendant’s attorney. I know what it’s going to take to...

Attorney Joshua Tejes is a member and managing attorney of Tejes Law, PLLC. Josh received his undergraduate degree from Pensacola Christian College and his law degree from Florida Coastal School of Law. He is a member of the Orange County Bar Association and the Central Florida Bankruptcy Bar Association. Before becoming a member of Tejes Law, PLLC, Josh worked as an associate attorney in several bankruptcy and civil litigation law firms. Josh focuses his practice on consumer advocacy, bankruptcy law, debt defense, debt harassment, foreclosure defense, estate planning, and probate.

As an attorney I understand the confusion people face when contemplating the probate process. There can be far more questions than answers, especially given the intricacies of Florida probate law.

In our initial consultation my goal is to gather enough information to determine whether probate is even necessary. Whenever possible the first objective is to avoid probate altogether.

Second, if probate is required, my goal is to provide information and answers to your questions, help you evaluate the types of probate available to the estate, and to provide a flat-fee quote for the related attorney’s fees and costs.

I practice probate...

Lee Karina Dani received her B.A. in psychology from Florida State University in 2000 and is a 2003 graduate of the University Of Florida College Of Law. Ms. Dani was admitted to the Florida Bar in 2004 and has been an associate with Korshak & Associates, P.A., since her admittance. Since joining the firm, Ms. Dani has handled hundreds of cases including civil litigation, probate, guardianships, divorces, child support, child custody, stepparent adoption, landlord/tenant, disputes with homeowners' associations, personal injury, and commercial and residential closings. Ms. Dani is the managing attorney for the probate, family law and guardianship sections of...

Managing Attorney of Bates-Buchanan & Savtisky Law Group since 2011 when the private law firm Bates-Buchanan Law Group, which is now Bates-Buchanan & Savitsky Law Group added Susannah Savitsky as a partner in October 2012. Specializes in Probate, Estate Planning, Trust Managment, Collaborative non- litigation family law cases, as well as animal trust planning, real estate and collections law, foreclosure defense, landlord/tenant law and bankruptcy. Dawn Marie is a graduate of Venice High School, Venice, FL and University of South Florida in Tampa. She graduated from Stetson University College of Law in 1998 and worked for Community Legal Services of...

Steven W. Ledbetter works from his Venice, Florida, office on matters involving estate planning and administration, business transactions and corporate law, real estate, construction law, contract, and title insurance matters. Steven W. Ledbetter has been practicing law since 2002. His practice has included work in a wide range of subject areas while representing a wide range of clients including the federal government, corporations, financial institutions, and individuals. His practice has taken him from the mountains and rain of Portland, OR, to the shops and great restaurants of Dallas, TX, and finally back to his home state of Florida...

Jennifer started her law practice 17 years ago, with a primary practice areas in real estate, foreclosure & collections and wills & probate. Jennifer desires to educate and empower her clients.

Handles cases involving Divorce, Child Support, Time-Sharing, Modifications, Alimony and Relocation in the Family Law field, since 1995. Also counsel with clients for Estate Planning, including Wills, Trusts, Power of Attorney, and Health Care Documents, since 1996. Handles Probate of Estates since 1996. Handle both Chapter 7 and 13 Bankruptcy cases, and other debt assistance. Am admitted to Florida Bar as required of all Florida attorneys, Orange County Bar Association, Brevard County Bar Association, US District Court for Middle District of Florida and since 2012 United State Supreme Court. Represent children in dependency court in...

Shannon Thomas, Esquire is an Associate Attorney with Anderson and Associates, P.A. Mr. Thomas practices business, intellectual property, real estate, wills, trusts, and probate. He has and continues to serve as a volunteer attorney with the Community Legal Aid services for Mid-Florida, providing access to justice through high quality legal assistance to low-income people throughout 12 counties of Central Florida. Mr. Thomas graduated from Florida Agricultural & Mechanical University College of Law. During law school, he was elected as the evening student representative for the Entertainment, Arts, and Sports Law Society. Mr. Thomas obtained a Bachelor of Science in Sports...

Attorney Patrick L. Smith was born in Lakeland, Florida. He graduated from Lake Region High School and went on to receive degrees in Political Science and Economics from Stetson University. He received his J.D. from the University of North Carolina School of Law. Prior to coming to Pippen & Associates, Patrick Smith worked at the Walt Disney World East coast tax department from 2002-2003. Patrick Smith is currently an attorney practicing in the fields of estate planning, corporations, and charitable giving. In addition to his current position as a partner at Pippen & Associates, he serves on the...

Attorney Tonya Walker has practiced law since 2002 and is Of Counsel to Bloodworth Law, PLLC.

Based in Orlando, Florida, Tonya travels the state providing case support for probate litigation, trust litigation, construction litigation and commercial litigation cases.

Prior to Bloodworth Law, Tonya handled commercial litigation and construction litigation for Jacksonville, Florida, law firms Whalen & Deem, LLC, and Regan, Zebouni & Walker, P.A., in 2007-08.

Tonya continues to teach law students as a Legal Methods Instructor at Florida A&M University College of Law which she began in 2011. She taught at Florida Coastal School of Law in 2006.

Tonya was as an...

Mary Trotter is a Florida Bar board certified specialist in elder law. Her practice focuses on wills, trusts, special needs planning, and other areas of concern to today’s senior population. Ms. Trotter addresses delicate legal matters with a unique combination of compassion and expertise, qualities that have earned her great respect among her clients and the local community. A past president of the Seminole County Bar Association and a Department of Veteran’s Affairs Accredited Attorney, Ms. Trotter is a popular public speaker and community educator on elder law matters.

Ms. Trotter Graduated from Case Western Reserve University School of Law.

Mr. Nordman left college for business opportunities and after ten years experience in the business world, he returned to complete his B.B. A. in Accounting at John B. Stetson University. He graduated with honors from University of Florida Levin College of Law in Gainesville, Florida completing his law degree in only 2 ½ years. While at law school, he also attended Masters level classes the Fisher School of Accounting at The University of Florida to become a Certified Public Accountant. His real world experience and academic achievement have prepared him to handle complex transactional, litigation, tax and...