Top best Estate Planning Lawyers in Melbourne | 19 available
19 Estate Planning lawyers are available in Melbourne, California. These lawyers are rated between 3.7/5 to 4.1/5 and 55% provide free consultation with fees ranging from $48 to $61 per hour.
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$153 - $577
48% - 61%
3.7 - 4.1 ★
FAQs - Estate Planning Lawyers in city Melbourne How many Estate Planning lawyers actively serve residents of Melbourne, Florida? Approximately 24 licensed attorneys focus on Estate Planning across Melbourne, Florida. Most matters are filed through the Florida District Court, where local rules shape timelines and filing steps. What is the typical hourly fee for Estate Planning lawyers in Melbourne, Florida? In Melbourne, typical rates range from $241-$335 per hour for Estate Planning. End-to-end case budgets frequently land between $2902 and $6135, depending on hearings and discovery. How long do Estate Planning matters usually take in courts near Melbourne? Estate Planning cases in Melbourne, Florida usually take around 4-11 months depending on complexity and the Florida District Court docket. Which local court most often hears Estate Planning cases for people living in Melbourne, Florida? Residents of Melbourne typically see Estate Planning filings handled by the Florida District Court. Proximity to helps with quick submissions and clerk communications. Do attorneys around offer a free first consultation for Estate Planning? About 68% of firms near ZIP offer a free first consultation for Estate Planning, so you can compare strategy and fit before committing.
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Roger Klaffka practices in the areas of Estate Planning and Elder Law attorney, and is an Air Force veteran with over 25 years of military service. The youngest of seven children, Roger has a wealth of practical life experience working complex issues related to large families, aging, and estate planning. Roger’s experience, coupled with his law school concentration in Elder Law, equip him with the valuable skills needed to fulfill all your estate planning needs: wills, trusts, advance directives, guardianship, probate administration, trust administration, special needs planning, asset protection from long term care costs, use of VA Aid and Attendance, and available Medicaid benefit options.. Inspired by his father’s WWII military service and internment as a Prisoner of War in Nazi occupied Germany, Roger followed his father’s footsteps and joined the Air Force upon graduating from high school. After completing his enlistment as an aircraft electrician, Roger attended Syracuse University on an Air Force ROTC engineering scholarship and returned to active duty as an aircraft maintenance officer. Roger’s military career took him from his hometown of Buffalo NY to assignments throughout the United States, Japan, Germany, England, Africa, the Balkans, and the Middle East.. As a Squadron Commander, Roger gained a vast working knowledge of military law and the military justice system while his assignments as a staff officer at both Headquarters Air Force Special Operations Command and the Pentagon expanded his skills in strategic planning. Roger retired as a Lieutenant Colonel from his last assignment at the Pentagon, Washington DC. Roger’s military honors include: Distinguished Graduate, military technical training and ROTC; recipient of the Harvey S. Smith Award for collegiate academic and military excellence; one of fifty Air Force officers selected for the prestigious Air Force Intern Program at the Pentagon; and recipient of General Lew Allen, Jr. Trophy for being the top aircraft maintenance officer in the Air Force.. Roger’s academic credentials include Juris Doctor cum laude, with a concentration in Elder Law, Stetson University College of Law; Master of Arts in Administrative Science from The George Washington University, Washington, D.C.; and a Bachelor of Science in Aerospace Engineering from Syracuse University. During law school, Roger completed significant legal work at the Gulfcoast Legal Services Elder Law Clinic; the Sixth Judicial Circuit Prosecution Clinic; the Federal Public Defender for the Middle District of Florida, and the U.S. Department of Justice Elder Justice Initiative.. Roger is a member of the Brevard County Bar Association, the Military Officers Association of America, the Veterans of Foreign Wars, the American Legion, the Air Commando Association, Sigma Gamma Tau National Aerospace Engineering Honor Society, and Phi Delta Phi International Legal Honor Society.
A veteran of the United States Army and Texas National Guard, and a native Floridian, John Russo has a passion for helping his neighbors.. Born and raised in Central Florida, John chose to serve his country in the United States Army. After his service, he attended the University of Texas at Austin, earning a Bachelor of Science in Applied Learning and Development. Pursuing his interest in the law, John earned his Juris Doctor degree at the University of Wyoming. This background provided John with the foundation that developed his commitment to professional excellence, client service, and providing the best possible legal representation.. John has practiced law since 2006 and is licensed to practice in all state courts in Florida, Alabama, Colorado, and in the Middle District of Florida’s federal court. He is a member of the Brevard County Bar Association and the Florida Association of Criminal Defense Attorneys.. John began his legal career as a prosecutor, dedicated to protecting his neighbors and his community. As a well-respected Assistant State Attorney and Assistant District Attorney in Alabama, Colorado, and Florida, John prosecuted felony (violent and non-violent) crimes, capital murder cases, property crimes, white collar crimes, narcotics cases, and misdemeanors. John was also instrumental in coordinating the Veteran’s Treatment Court (a deferred sentencing program for Veteran and Active Duty Service Members).. Since opening his own firm in 2013, John has helped many Central Florida families overcome debt and restore their financial future through the bankruptcy process. As an experienced Estate Planning attorney, he has helped his clients with wills and trusts, providing peace of mind for their families. He has successfully litigated thousands of business and insurance disputes, recovering millions of dollars for his clients.. A husband and father of three, John enjoys family ski trips to Colorado and is an active member of his church. In his spare time, John coaches youth flag football and is an avid follower of the Miami Dolphins and Texas Longhorns.
Experienced Estate Planning attorney serving clients in Melbourne and surrounding areas.
Experienced Estate Planning attorney serving clients in Melbourne and surrounding areas.
Experienced Estate Planning attorney serving clients in Melbourne and surrounding areas.
Experienced Estate Planning attorney serving clients in Melbourne and surrounding areas.
Experienced Estate Planning attorney serving clients in Melbourne and surrounding areas.
Experienced Estate Planning attorney serving clients in Melbourne and surrounding areas.
Experienced Estate Planning attorney serving clients in Melbourne and surrounding areas.
Experienced Estate Planning attorney serving clients in Melbourne and surrounding areas.
Experienced Estate Planning attorney serving clients in Melbourne and surrounding areas.
Experienced Estate Planning attorney serving clients in Melbourne and surrounding areas.
Experienced Estate Planning attorney serving clients in Melbourne and surrounding areas.
Experienced Estate Planning attorney serving clients in Melbourne and surrounding areas.
Experienced Estate Planning attorney serving clients in Melbourne and surrounding areas.
Experienced Estate Planning attorney serving clients in Melbourne and surrounding areas.
Experienced Estate Planning attorney serving clients in Melbourne and surrounding areas.
Experienced Estate Planning attorney serving clients in Melbourne and surrounding areas.
Experienced Estate Planning attorney serving clients in Melbourne and surrounding areas.