Attorney in Pensacola, Florida
Experienced Counsel in Estate Planning and Probate
When you are considering strategies for the distribution of your assets at death, or if you have been asked to oversee the settlement of a loved one's estate, you want a lawyer with extensive experience in estate planning and probate administration.
At the law offices of Edsel F. Matthews Jr. P.A., in Pensacola, Eddie has almost 30 years of experience representing individuals throughout the Florida Panhandle. We offer comprehensive, total-package solutions to complex tax, estate planning and probate challenges. Contact our office for a free initial consultation.
Tax and Estate Planning
In many respects, the greatest gift you can leave your loved ones is a well-constructed estate plan, one that clearly identifies the distribution of assets and minimizes the likelihood of disputes. In our law practice, we work closely with you to learn the unique characteristics of your estate, as well as your goals for the distribution of property and the care of minor children. We will help you understand the different strategies available to help you meet your objectives, including the use of dispositive documents such as wills and trusts, the re-titling of property such as homes, bank accounts and investments, and advantages of lifetime gifting.
Once you have determined the approach that best meets your needs, we will prepare and execute the documents necessary to implement your estate plan, including:
- Wills
- Trusts
- Powers of attorney
- Health care directives or living wills
If your estate has a value in excess of $1 million, we will work with you to use available estate tax planning tools to minimize the tax burden on your estate.
Probate Administration
If you have been named as executor, administrator or personal representative of the estate of a friend or loved one, Eddie can help you meet the requirements of the probate court and successfully settle the estate. At our law practice, we will:
- Prepare an inventory of all assets of the estate
- Help obtain valuations of property, if necessary
- Assist you in satisfying all debts of the estate, as well as any estate tax obligations
- Oversee the distribution of assets according to the terms of the will
- Handle any will contests or probate litigation that may arise
For an experienced attorney who will provide comprehensive counsel in tax, estate planning and probate matters in the Florida Panhandle, contact us to set up a free initial consultation. Our office is open from 8:30 am until 5 pm, Monday through Thursday, and from 8:30 until 1 pm on Fridays. Evening and weekend appointments are available upon request.
Edsel F. Matthews Jr. P.A.
308 S. Jefferson Street
Pensacola, FL 32502
Phone: (850)432-1300
Fax: (850)438-4244