Fort Walton Beach Estate Planning Lawyer
Protect Your Estate With An Experienced Estate Planning Attorney in Florida Today
Per Florida law, when a person passes away their property and assets transfer ownership to new legal owners. With the assistance of a Fort Walton Beach estate planning attorney, you will be able to do the following:
- Create legal documentation that states your medical choices
- Pre-plans your funeral
- Divide your property and assets while saving your family the stress of uncertainty
Estate planning laws in Fort Walton Beach, FL are complicated, and without proper legal assistance you may cause yourself and your relatives more harm than good.
At Vanover Law Firm, our Fort Walton Beach estate planning attorneysare well-versed in elder and estate plans.
What Are the Legal Aspects of Estate Planning?
The legal aspects of estate planning involve drafting living wills, trusts, power of attorney (POA), and other legal documents to simplify any transfer and manage the property after death. When estates are not manageable, and someone dies without a will, distribution of possessions goes to their next kin.
An individual can also hire an estate planning lawyer hourly to handle a level of maintenance to your estate, take care of disputes when necessary, and make sure your Will carries out according to plan.
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Planning for your estate ensures that your property and financial assets in Fort Walton Beach, are distributed per your wishes.
Successful planning will protect the interests of the deceased’s loved ones and ensure guardian care is available for children or relatives with specific or special needs.
It will also minimize the impact of state, federal and estate Florida taxes.
If you don’t have a plan with a valid will in Fort Walton Beach, the division of your assets will be heavily taxed and decided by the state or your family members.
How our Fort Walton Beach estate planning lawyers can help you:
- Revocable living trusts
- Wills
- Advanced health care directives
- Asset protection planning
- Tax considerations
Testimonials
Why People Choose to Work With Us
At Vanover Law firm, we strive to provide the best representation to our clients. Please take a moment to read what our past clients had to say about their experience with Vanover Law Firm.
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Let me start by wishing I could put 10 stars! I was in a horrible situation when I contacted Mr. Garrett. I was arrested and charged with a 2nd DUI within a two year span and was ultimately facing jail time. His services are reasonably priced, and he worked on my case diligently. I never had to set foot in a courtroom. my mindset from the beginning was that the best case scenario was that my charges would be dropped to a lesser charge. Which still would have hurt me financially and put my job in jeopardy. After a few continuances so Mr. Garrett had time to review my case, I got an unexpected call. The call was to inform me that my case was DISMISSED!!!!!! I couldn’t believe it. Through his knowledge of the legal system and persistence he was able to get my case thrown out. The man is truly a blessing. If you find yourself in any kind of similar situation call Mr. Christopher Wayne Garrett!- Tyler
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Angela and attorney Chris Garret were very personal and professional and made sure I was taken care of and that justice was served in my case. They represented me in Okaloosa and Escambia and had no problem dropping everything to be there whenever I needed them in my case! Thanks again!!!- Philip
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I was so glad that I found Chris Garrett and was able to have him take my case. He answered all my questions and really listened to me. My case lasted for over 9 months, also had another charge added. I know that he fought for me all the way, he kept me out of jail and from losing everything I had. I highly recommend him and his great staff, no matter what your legal problem is. Also want to add that Angela was fantastic throughout the whole process.- Michael Buckner
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Great team, Chris and Angela are great, although things didn’t go easy through the COVID period they battled for me, unfortunately my Life took a turn and regretfully I backed out of going to trial and took the plea offered, I know what I did and I would make the same decision again in that situation but unfortunately some of the best decisions are punishable by law, I truly think Mr. Garret would have been a force to be reckoned with at trial, and I would have love to have witnessed it, but life is life. I would whole heartedly recommend him and his team, they where a blessing to me in the understanding all my circumstances.. God Bless- Ken Strickland
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Mr. Garrett and his team did an amazing job representing me and helping me through the process. In the end I was acquitted by jury because of Mr. Garrett's knowledge and experience, couldn't be happier. Thanks again!!- Brandon
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Throughout the entire process, Mr. Garrett and Angela were always there to help and assist me and you felt they truly cared. They are an amazing team and Mr. Garrett is an extremely thorough and skilled lawyer.- Tamara
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I hired Mr. Vanover to handle my DUI in Okaloosa County. Not only did he help me not lose my drivers license but my case ended up being reduced to a reckless driving. I'm very happy and would recommend the Vanover Law Firm if you find yourself charged with a crime.- Gerald
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Mr. Garrett represented me in a DUI case and did an amazing doing so. His staff was more than helpful throughout the process and I couldn't be happier with my experience. In the end I was found not guilty do to the knowledge, experience and hard work put forth by my Mr. Garrett. Thanks again!!- Brandon
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