Sarasota County Probate Lawyers

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...

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...

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...

Carolyn Butler Norton, Board Certified Elder Law Attorney, works passionately as an advocate for the senior population and their families. Ms. Norton believes that the practice of Elder Law should be comprehensive, focusing on a Life Care Planning Approach. She works closely with her clients, educating and assisting them with long-term care planning options including asset protection, healthcare and financial choices, and end of life decisions.
Recognizing the particular needs of the Treasure Coast population, attorney Norton limits her practice to the areas of elder law, estate planning, wills and trusts, special needs trusts, guardianship, Veterans Aid & Attendance,...

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...

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...

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...

Salvatore Polidoro regularly represents individuals in a wide variety of complex tax and estate planning matters. He focuses his practice primarily on probate, trust administration and estate planning for individuals and their families, and also counsels individuals on tax controversies such as complex tax litigation and resolution disputes. Prior to working at Ward Damon, Mr. Polidoro represented and advised clients in a broad spectrum of tax and estate matters including debt collection with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and the Florida Department of Revenue (FDOR). He has advised international clients on reporting requirements and other compliance matters. Mr. Polidoro received both...

Mark J. Nowicki has represented clients throughout Florida since 1983 with respect to their tax and estate planning needs. The firm represents varied and diverse clients including professionals, closely held businesses and their owners, individual taxpayers, estates, beneficaries and others. The firm has particular expertise in representing clients with agricultural interests. Mr. Nowicki has expertise in all facets of business and individual tax planning including business succession planning, executive compensation planning, life insurance planning, estate settlement, probate and real estate matters. The firms transactional and estate planning documents are crafted to ensure compliance with each client’s unique and individual...

I represent individuals and families in prosecuting and defending claims regarding estates, trusts and guardianships, including disputes over: the validity and construction of testamentary documents and advanced directives; the modification or reformation of estate plans; the inclusion or exclusion of assets in estates or trusts; the validity of purported gifts; mental capacity; alternatives to guardianship; appointment of guardians; breaches of fiduciary duty; and tortious interference with expectancies. I also represent fiduciaries in the efficient administration of estates, trusts and guardianships., and have been doing so primarily in Florida’s Palm Beach and Broward Counties for more than 20 years. I am...

Do you need an experienced Pembroke Pines estate planning or probate attorney? Attorney Steven Friedman has the experience you can rely upon with 32 years of legal practice behind him. Mr. Friedman has been practicing law in Florida since 1987 and is a trusted name in the community. Previous clients of Attorney Friedman have dubbed him “the best of the best!” The Law Offices of Steven Friedman can address your questions regarding estate planning, asset protection, the benefits of estate planning, the components of an estate plan, conservatorship, estate administration, help through probate, inheritance tax planning, powers of attorney, probate,...

Andrea Jakob is a sole practitioner with over 29 years of experience and has been practicing in the areas of Wills, Trust and Estates, Probate, Elder Law General Business Law, Corporations, and Real Estate. She formally practiced in the areas of Personal Injury as well as Personal Injury Protection, but now devotes her time to the areas of law she loves: Estate Planning and Probate. She obtained her Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Boston University (1989) and her Juris Doctor from the University of Miami (1992) and uses both her business experience and her legal degree to provide...

Florida Probate Litigation and Estate Planning Attorney Thomas Upchurch grew up in Daytona Beach. Prior to returning to the Daytona Beach area to join the law firm of Every, Stack & Upchurch, he was an Assistant State Attorney in Pinellas County. Mr. Upchurch is an experienced Florida Probate Litigation and Estate Planning attorney who dedicates his practice to ensuring his clients receive competent advice and assistance in dealing with their legal matters. As a Florida Probate Litigation law firm, Every, Stack & Upchurch is qualified to handle your probate litigation case, whether it be a will contest, undue influence, fraud or...

With more than 33 years in practice, Attorney Randal L. Schecter has extensive experience in asset protection, Medicaid planning, estate planning, powers of attorney, probate and Elder Law. Attorney Schecter has built a highly respected Elder Law firm serving the Central Florida area. A compassionate lawyer, Mr. Schecter is committed to delivering the highest quality legal and personal services to his clients and their families. Always responsive and attentive, Mr. Schecter helps sort through the confusing array of decisions encountered when families have to place their loved ones in long term care facilities. He understands that this is one of...

Ms. Kerkhoff is a general civil attorney who practices extensively in probate and trust administrations across the State of Florida. She drafts estate planning documents, including wills, trusts, powers of appointment, powers of attorney, as well as deeds, contracts, and business documents, along with a variety of others, to help families feel secure in their personal and business transactions. Call today for a free consultation. (727) 300-6701

Stuart R. Morris, Esq., CPA, B.C.S - Founding Partner
Board Certified In Wills, Trusts & Estates
Admitted in Florida and District of Columbia

Stuart R. Morris founded Morris Law Group, in 1991. Mr. Morris practices in the following areas of Law: Estate and Gift Tax Planning; Wills and Trusts; Business Structuring and Succession Planning; Asset Preservation Planning; Domestic and International Tax Planning; Probate and Trust Administration; and Special Needs Planning.

Mr.Morris graduated with Honors from the University of Florida, where he received his undergraduate and master’s degrees in Accounting, and his degree in Law. In addition to being Board Certified by The Florida Bar...

I provide quality legal representation and advocate for the rights and best interests of my clients. I keep clients informed of processes and proceedings and cater to client’s emotions during and throughout litigation.

Manager partner of Comiter, Singer, Baseman & Braun, LLP and experienced Palm Beach County guardianship attorney Michael S. Singer has been representing clients in South Florida for over 30 years. Michael has successfully litigated cases on behalf of both beneficiaries and fiduciaries in complex estate, trust, and guardianship matters. He is a frequent lecturer on the topics of estate planning, asset protection and risk management, as well as published author on asset protection, estate planning and taxation. Michael is also a certified mediator and combines all of his experience to serve as a well-respected Palm Beach County trust attorney.

Florida probate, trust, and guardianship litigation. Florida probate, trust and guardianship administration. Estate planning and tax. Handle matters throughout the estate of Florida.

Born in Gainesville, Florida, Evan D. George has over ten years experience in immigration law, including three years with a premier immigration firm in New York City, NY, Masliah & Soloway, PC. In February 2008, Mr. George started his own immigration law practice in Gainesville, Florida, where he represents individuals in all areas of immigration and deportation defense. Mr. George provides pro-bono legal services to indigent asylum seekers and battered migrant women. He is a member of the Florida Bar, is an active member of the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA) and has served as an adjunct...

Legal matters can be intimidating and complicated, which is why it’s crucial to take an informed approach. As a professional attorney and business owner, Meredith is familiar with the challenges of being an entrepreneur. As an attorney, Meredith assists clients with estate planning and their businesses . Meredith has been an active member of the Florida Bar in good standing for over 20 years. She began her career advocating in the courtroom for those who couldn't afford legal representation at the Public Defender's Office. Meredith also was an attorney at the Department of Children and Families and...

As the founding partner of the firm, Michelle brings a unique blend of experience, knowledge, and a personal touch to every case. With over 25 years of legal expertise, she has helped countless individuals and families navigate complex legal matters with care and professionalism. Experienced Litigator: Michelle has conducted hundreds of non-jury trials throughout Florida, making her highly familiar with court systems statewide. She fights for her clients when necessary, while seeking to obtain a favorable outcome without over-litigating a case. Comprehensive Legal Expertise: Her practice includes estate planning, probate and trust administration, and guardianship. Proven Success: Michelle has successfully argued several...

Board Certified in Wills, Trusts and Estates by The Florida Bar.

Fred E. Glickman practices primarily in the areas of Probate, Wills, Trusts, Estates, Guardianship, and Litigation in these fields. He has argued cases in the Florida District Court of Appeal, the Florida Supreme Court, and the United States Court of Appeals.

Fred has the highest rating from Martindale-Hubbell, the national rating service for lawyers. According to Martindale-Hubbell, this rating "is a testament to the fact that a lawyer's peers rank him or her at the highest level of professional excellence." He received the Client's Choice Award for 2019 and the highest possible rating (10 out of...

I was born and raised in Pensacola, Florida. With the exception of the three years I spent in Gainesville, Florida for law school, I have lived in the Pensacola area my whole life.

Growing up, both of my parents worked in the medical field. I had plans to become a doctor from a young age. My medical school intentions changed in college when my experience helping an injured friend helped me realize I would be better-suited to help others in a different field. My mom had always told me I could “argue with a brick wall,” so I decided to take...

Jackson Law Group is a local St. Augustine law firm located on Anastasia Island. The law firm is led by Andrew Jackson, Esq., a lawyer and legal expert specializing in in tax law, IRS problems, estate planning, probate, and trust administration. Attorney Andrew Jackson, Esq. holds an LL.M. (Master of Laws) degree in Taxation, a post-doctoral advanced law degree. This qualification empowers us to advise clients on tax implications associated with estate planning and inheritance as well as resolve tax audits and disputes with the IRS or Florida Department of Revenue. With a firm history dating back to 2007, Andrew Jackson,...

I provide legal and mediation services across a range of areas including divorce, family law, probate, and estate planning in both Florida and Maine. In addition to traditional attorney representation, I offer flexible assistance options at a flat rate for those that need help by the hour, or by the day, or simply need document drafting services. My goal is to offer a variety of services that cater to the needs of all clients at an affordable rate. The best way to reach the office is via e-mail and request an intake form. Once a completed intake form...

Douglas A. Oberdorfer is a committed and experienced Estate Planning attorney in Jacksonville, FL. If you are considering preparing a will or inheritance for you family, call our office and get the help you need. We handle everything included in the practice areas below and more.

Kramer Litvak is a board certified tax attorney practicing with the firm of Litvak Beasley Wilson & Ball, LLP. Kramer holds a Master of Laws (LL.M.) degree in taxation from the University of Florida College of Law. He received his law degree from Mercer University School of Law and his Bachelor of Arts Degree from Washington & Lee University. Prior to attending law school, Kramer worked as a Legislative Assistant to United States Representative Earl Hutto. Kramer was admitted to the Georgia Bar and the Florida Bar in 1992. He concentrates in the areas of...

At the law office of James W. Magaha, my more than 28 years of experience and knowledge enable me to achieve targeted solutions faced by businesses and individuals throughout Santa Rosa, Okaloosa County and the Florida Panhandle. My goal is to offer sound counsel and good judgment, so that you can make the most informed decisions about your legal matters and your future. As a solo practitioner, I offer the personal attention necessary to provide solutions that fit your specific needs. I welcome clients seeking quality representation from a lawyer who consistently develops long-lasting resolutions. As a Pensacola native,...

At Medley Law Firm, we focus on elder law, estate planning and special needs planning for clients of all ages, and probates. Elder law is the practice of law that deals with the unique legal issues faced by seniors and their families. This includes estate planning (wills, trusts, powers of attorney, etc.), especially with regards to people suffering from Alzheimer's or dementia, and Medicaid planning so that a person can receive nursing home care while still protecting the valuable assets they've worked so hard for. Estate planning is a way to make sure that, no matter what...