Collier County Estate Planning Lawyers

At the Law Offices of Adam G. Hill, we believe every client deserves devoted attention. Our proficient legal team is known for its assertive approach and considerable experience in navigating complex and delicate legal matters. Whether you need a demand letter or are involved in complex litigation facing a trial, we have the experience to help you. We understand that facing legal challenges can be stressful and challenging, which is why we prioritize clear, open communication. Unlike many other firms, we ensure our clients receive timely responses directly from their attorney, not a legal assistant or paralegal. With our firm,...

I have been a licensed attorney in Florida since April 2007 and have represented hundreds if not thousands of people. As a former Assistant Public Defender, I represented hundreds of people in criminal cases ranging from misdemeanor traffic cases to serious felonies. I created the Law Office of Mario R. Theodore in 2008 and strengthened my criminal defense experience while broadening my legal knowledge and representing people in administrative cases before agencies such as the Social Security Administration and Agency for Persons with Disabilities. In that same year I began expanding my knowledge and committing firm resources to Family Law. I...

I am an Associate Attorney working in the litigation and probate administration departments at Chepenik Trushin LLP. I was born and raised in Caracas, Venezuela, and in 2017, I moved to the United States to pursue my undergraduate studies. I graduated magna cum laude from The University of Tampa in 2021, earning a B.A. in Journalism, with a minor in Public Relations and Communication. I then attended the University of Miami School of Law, where I graduated in 2024. During my law school years, I worked as a law clerk in various areas of law, focusing my efforts on Commercial Litigation,...

Sheehan Gobin is the founding attorney of Gobin Law, a South Florida law firm dedicated to providing personalized legal services in estate planning, probate administration, and real estate law. Sheehan assists clients throughout Florida in protecting their assets, planning for the future, and handling property transactions with confidence. With extensive experience drafting wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives, Sheehan guides individuals and families through the complexities of estate planning and probate. Sheehan also advises clients on a wide range of real estate matters, including contract review, title issues, closings, and transactions for both residential and commercial properties. Licensed to practice...

Yann Salomon is the managing attorney at Imperial Shield, PLLC, specializing in civil asset forfeiture and asset protection. Mr. Salomon focuses on defending individuals and businesses whose assets are at risk of being seized by the government, providing expert representation to challenge unlawful forfeitures and secure the return of property. In addition, Mr. Salomon helps clients safeguard their wealth through tailored estate planning and business contract drafting and review, ensuring that their assets are protected from potential legal risks, including those posed by civil asset forfeiture actions. Throughout Yann Salomon’s career, the focus has been on crafting tailored solutions that meet...

Raised in his hometown of Port St. Lucie, attorney Jamy Barreau has experience handling all aspects of issues surrounding preserving generational wealth including matters associated with trusts and estates as well as business planning. A first-generation Haitian American, he has dedicated his life to the practice of law. He graduated with high honors from St. Lucie West Centennial High School in 2009 where he had the privilege of being part of the school’s Criminal Justice Academy, serving as an advocate for the 19th Judicial Circuit’s Teen Court program. After graduation from Centennial, Jamy earned his B.S. in Legal Studies from the University...

Joe Gufford has been a member of The Florida Bar since 1991. The Gufford Law Firm commitment is to provide exceptional client services that remain focused on results. We bring together attorneys and staff with decades experience. At The Gufford Law Firm, we believe that both our attorneys and our staff must be knowledgeable about the specific areas of law that we practice in. That is why we ensure that each of our attorneys and staff members are constantly taking Continuing Legal Education courses so that we are up to date on the latest developments in the law. Joseph Gufford...

Meet James W. Martin, a seasoned attorney with years of experience in Florida real estate and probate law. He’s a Florida Bar Board Certified Real Estate Lawyer and has served on The Florida Bar Probate Rules Committee and chaired the St. Petersburg Bar Association Real Estate and Probate Law Sections. His expertise has been recognized through publications in law journals and books for esteemed organizations like the American Law Institute (ALI), American Bar Association (ABA), The Florida Bar Journal, and West Publishing. James W. Martin holds the highest ratings on Martindale, Super Lawyers, Avvo, Lawyers.com, and Justia. He’s eager to share...

Robin Petersen is the Founder and Managing Partner of the Estate Planning & Elder Law Center of Brevard, which has been serving Brevard County since 1991. The practice focuses exclusively in the areas of Estate Planning and Elder Law, Wills and Trusts, Probate and Trust Administration (representing the executor or trustee, as well as serving as the executor or trustee of the estate), Guardianship, planning for long term care costs through asset protection, the use of VA Aid & Attendance, and Medicaid benefit options. Because he has dedicated over 25 years of practice to these types of law, Robin understands...

Cassidy V. Petersen initially joined the firm in 2011 and has held various positions over the years – beginning as a receptionist, next as an estate planning paralegal, then as our firm administrator, and now as an attorney. Ms. Petersen focuses her practice in estate planning, business succession planning, probate, trust administration, Medicaid planning, VA planning, guardianship, and special needs planning.

Ms. Petersen, a Melbourne native, graduated from Melbourne High School in 2011. She earned her Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Business Management, graduating cum laude, from Florida Gulf Coast University in 2014. Ms. Petersen received her Juris Doctor (J.D.), cum...

Wendy A. Mara attended Stetson University and graduated Magna Cum Laude in 1993 Ms. Mara taught language arts in high school for 13 years. While teaching full time, she earned her MBA degree from the University of Central Florida in 2006. Deciding to pursue a legal career, she entered law school at Florida Coastal School of Law where she graduated in the top 10 percent of her class. While in law school, she was a teaching and research assistant, earned the Dean’s Certificate for Pro Bono Work and became an award winning oralist for the Jessup International Moot Court Competition....

For as long as I can remember, I’ve been drawn to the idea of creating lasting legacies. There’s something profoundly meaningful in knowing that what you’ve built—your business, your portfolio, your family’s security—can endure and flourish for generations to come. Growing up, I saw firsthand the anxiety and uncertainty that can accompany the transfer of wealth. My family faced difficult decisions when it came to ensuring that what they’d worked so hard to achieve would be protected, preserved, and passed on to those they loved most. Through those experiences, I realized that skilled guidance, delivered with genuine care, makes all...

Beacon Legacy Law has one simple purpose: To help our clients to preserve and protect their legacy. We strive to accomplish our goal by providing estate planning and administration services for clients. We focus primarily on wills, trusts, asset protection, guardianship, and probate administration. Our clients are special to us – much more than just a name in a file folder. We build relationships with our clients that last far beyond their initial engagement with our firm. We take a sincere interest in each client, in their family, and in their future. We look out for our clients’ interests...

You might find it helpful when selecting a lawyer to know a bit about them. You probably know all lawyers have to graduate from law school, but beyond the basics, who are they? As for me, you should know that I'm married to my wife Joan, and I have five children. They are all hard working, and each had their turn cleaning my Orlando office growing up. They are and will remain the most important part of my life. They are the lights of my life.

I met my wife Joan at a Methodist church picnic. We were married in...

Jason E. Havens is a Partner at Holland & Knight LLP, practicing in its Jacksonville (also serving Ponte Vedra Beach) and Tallahassee (also serving Destin, Santa Rosa Beach, and Rosemary Beach) locations. He specializes in complex estate and charitable gift planning (domestic and international), probate/trust administration, and probate/trust litigation for affluent individuals and families and on behalf of charitable organizations. He is admitted to practice law in Florida and Tennessee. Mr. Havens received his LL.M. in International Taxation from Regent University, his LL.M. in Estate Planning from the University of Miami, his J.D. from the University of...

I was born and raised in Jacksonville, Florida, where I continue to live and work. My journey in law began after completing my education at Riverside Presbyterian Day School and The Bolles School. I pursued higher education at Emory University, where I obtained a Bachelor of Arts in 1998. I furthered my studies at Stetson University, earning both a Juris Doctorate and an M.B.A. in 2001 from the College of Law and School of Business Administration, respectively. I am married to Cameron Naugle, who runs Naugle Funeral Home, and we are blessed with two children, Abigail and Logan. My family is...

The firm works with Asset Protection, Estate Planning, Wills, & Trusts, Probate, Elder Law, Guardianship, Gun Trust, NFA Firearms, NFA Trust, Gun rights, Probate, Probate Litigation, Trusts, and Trust Litigation. Licensed in Texas and Florida

Florida Bar Board Certified Elder Law Attorney focused on providing custom solutions and personalized legal and asset protection planning for caregivers and families in Northeast Florida. Offices located in Jacksonville, FL and Orange Park, FL. Kellen is a partner and co-founder of Berg Bryant Elder Law Group after having spent 7 years building his own practice from scratch. Kellen started his solo practice at 26 years old during the 2009 recession, with no contacts and no prior legal experience in elder law. Kellen has since built a practice that has served over 1500 families and supports a full office staff to...

Peggy is a founding partner of The Law Offices of Hoyt & Bryan, a family wealth and legacy planning law firm specializing in Wills, Trusts and Estates and Elder Law. Hoyt & Bryan holds the distinction of being the only Florida law firm with two attorney who are board certified specialists in Wills, Trusts and Estates and in Elder Law. She is a three-time Stetson University graduate receiving her B.B.A., cum laude, in 1981, her M.B.A. in 1982 and her J.D., cum laude, in 1993. Her passion is her pets - all of them - including 4 horses, 8...

Aubrey Harry Ducker Jr. is a who has had years of accomplishments in the legal field. He has taken an interest in elder law after caring for his own grandmother and parents-in-law. Mr. Ducker has the first-hand experience in dealing with the stresses and anxieties that accompany deciding how to live the rest of one’s “golden years”. Attorney Aubrey Harry Ducker Jr. knows that adult children have to deal with this rite of passage. This involves specific stresses when making decisions for a parent or parents incapacitated by serious illnesses.

As a Family Law Attorney, Aubrey Harry Ducker Jr. takes...

WE DO WILLS! And can assist with all of your estate planning needs, including trusts, living will and power of attorney. We also specialize in business law and collections and can assist with real estate matters.

I grew up in a large NAVY family. My father flew out of Tampa's MacDill Air Force Base in the sixties and I fell in love with the Tampa Bay community. After law school I came back to Florida to pursue my legal career with a passion for helping out individuals and families. I really enjoy the waterfront lifestyle here (when I can find the time to do so). I have a strong and long serving staff that makes client communication a top priority. My greatest joy is to work alongside my clients to help...

Shiobhan Olivero was born in Plant City, Florida, and as a native Floridian, has lived in the Tampa Bay area her entire life. She enjoys spending time with her family. She is an active scuba diver, and enjoys traveling to local and distant sites to dive. Shiobhan earned as Associates Degree in Paralegal Studies from Hillsborough Community College. She worked for approximately ten years as a paralegal for criminal attorneys in the Tampa Bay area prior to, and during law school. She then earned her undergraduate degree from St. Leo University receiving a B.A. degree in Criminal...

The passion to practice law is #1 in my life! I enjoy the everyday opportunity to work with individuals, families and businesses; I help them to save time and trouble! Outside of work, I enjoy a number of activities and hobbies. For me, travel is paramount; I have been to all 50 US States, seven of seven continents and 117 countries! I enjoy photography (travel and landscape particularly), public speaking, non-fiction reading, creative writing and publishing articles, visiting art museums, jazz, gardening, hiking, kayaking, backgammon, attending performing arts and theatre productions, and dining on exotic cuisine. I have offices in Winter Haven and...

I give families peace of mind by helping them create estate plans that make sure their family is protected upon their death of incapacity. I also help families in difficult times when their elder is no longer to safely stay home due to the aging or disease process by helping protect assets and apply for Medicaid and VA benefits.

I was fortunate to grow up in Pinellas County with my father being a well-known and respected attorney. With my father’s encouragement and my own passion for helping others, I knew that estate planning and elder law was the career path for...

Client's love Attorney Romaine Brown, because she is warm, listens, cares, and is aggressive when needed to and she gives tremendous effort to each case. Attorney Brown will personally talk to you about the needs and wishes of your case and comes up with the best strategy to win your case. She handles a variety of cases which has given her unique experiences when resolving cases. Clients are often concerned about trusting their attorney with their cases, and because she has years of experience and a background of representing clients in a variety of cases, she understands how clearly defining...

I am a local lawyer in West Palm Beach, Florida, with an office located in Singer Island, which is known for its beautiful diving spots. My focus is on Estate Planning, Wills, and Trusts, where I assist clients in evaluating their family and estate circumstances to develop strategies for minimizing estate taxes, avoiding probate, safeguarding assets from creditors, and protecting beneficiaries from Medicaid. There are various kinds of trusts available. Determining the most suitable trust for your particular family situation can be discussed during our consultation and together we will identify the optimal solution for your needs. You can call or text...

Attorney McCabe G. Harrison is a knowledgeable and compassionate Estate Planning and Probate attorney with a special understanding of the financial and tax side of your final affairs. With an advanced degree (L.L.M.) in taxation, and deep connections to Florida, McCabe balances love and logic in helping his clients create and execute their estate plans. Attorney Harrison is part of a closely connected family, so he knows how important it is for you to protect your loved ones after something happens to you. He works closely with each of his clients to identify their families’ financial, emotional, and health needs, and...