Experienced Florida trusts and estates attorneys help you plan for the future

Dedicated Ft. Myers lawyers work to protect your legacy

The attorneys at Holtz Mahshie DeCosta possess in-depth knowledge about all aspects of trusts and estate issues, including:

Estate planning
Estate taxes
Executorship duties
Guardianship
Living wills
Living trusts
Probate
Probate and will disputes
Wills drafting and execution

Estate planning

Our experienced attorneys can advise you on the best approach to your estate planning. We thoroughly analyze your estate and strategize the best means of transferring your assets, minimizing taxes, establishing guardianship for your children, supporting personal philanthropic causes and protecting your loved ones. We can draft a will that reflects your desires and establish living trusts if they would be beneficial to your estate.

Probate

Our attorneys apply their extensive knowledge about Florida probate court to guide you through the complex process of probating a will. We assist executors in all steps of the process, including:

Creating a plan of action to probate the estate fairly and expeditiously
Filing the will with the Florida probate court
Closing and opening bank accounts
Transferring assets from the deceased to the estate
Paying taxes and other debts
Locating beneficiaries
Hiring professional expert when necessary

Probate disputes

When disputes occur between beneficiaries, we successfully represent your interests. Our Florida attorneys have the extensive knowledge to challenge invalid wills or to defend valid wills against the improper assertions of dissatisfied beneficiaries. Skillful mediators and litigators, our attorneys can negotiate between beneficiaries to preserve relationships or fastidiously pursue your rights in court when necessary.

Contact our meticulous estate planning lawyers

Holtz Mahshie DeCosta serves clients in Ft. Myers and throughout Florida. Call us at 800-609-3013 or contact us online to schedule a consultation at our Ft. Myers office.