Florida Estate Planning Attorney – Law Offices of Clifford M. Cohen

Florida Estate Planning Practice

OVER 30 YEARS OF LEGAL EXPERIENCE

Whether you’re planning for your family’s future, ensuring care for a loved one, or preserving your legacy—having informed representation is essential. At The Law Offices of Clifford M. Cohen, we help Florida residents secure their futures with comprehensive estate planning services.

Our team is well known for providing trustworthy advice and counsel while building lasting client relationships. When you partner with us, we guide you with compassion and skill, always considering your unique needs under Florida law.

Serving people from all walks of life throughout Florida, Washington, D.C., and Maryland, we offer compassionate, effective representation and personalized solutions. Call today to schedule a consultation.

Estate Planning

Special Needs Planning

Business Planning

What Our Clients Say

Cliff takes the time to get to know the client and their situation so that he can apply his extensive expertise and help each person with their individual needs. You can tell that he cares.

Zach

We used Attorney Cohen for the planning of my mother's estate. He was extremely thorough and able assist in all areas of need. We would highly recommend him for estate planning.

Amy

I am extremely pleased to say just how unbelievably wonderful it has been for my wife and I to work with our attorney, Cliff Cohen, on complex subjects involving wills and trusts for our family. Andi and I were expecting to endure hours and hours of stressful “legalese” language...

Jerry

Trusted Estate Planning for Every Stage of Life

PROTECTING WHAT MATTERS MOST

Planning for the future is about protecting your assets and loved ones, but it can be challenging to get started. That’s where our firm comes in. When you meet with us, you will work directly with a seasoned Florida estate planning attorney who will listen to your concerns and advise you on your best options under Florida’s estate laws.

Whether you need to protect your new family, minimize probate costs, or navigate Florida’s homestead laws, we tailor your plan to your specific needs.

Wills

A will is an estate planning document that determines how your assets will be managed and distributed after you pass away. It allows you to appoint an executor (personal representative) to administer your estate and a guardian for your minor children if you and the other parent pass away.

Unlike some states, Florida does not allow handwritten (holographic) wills unless properly witnessed and notarized. Additionally, Florida law requires probate for most estates, making proper planning essential to avoid delays and unnecessary costs.

Trusts

A common misconception is that trusts are only for the wealthy. However, in Florida, trusts are a powerful tool that can help:

Avoid probate, which is often lengthy and expensive in Florida.
Plan for incapacity, allowing seamless financial management.
Protect assets from creditors or legal challenges.
Provide for a loved one with special needs.

To round out your estate plan, we will also draw up the following documents:

Powers of Attorney – Designates a trusted individual to make financial and healthcare decisions if you become incapacitated. Florida law requires specific, detailed language in these documents for full effectiveness.
Healthcare Directives – Specifies your medical preferences to guide loved ones and healthcare professionals. In Florida, this includes Living Wills and Designations of Healthcare Surrogates.

By crafting a personalized plan, we help you protect your assets, avoid probate, ensure your well-being, and provide for your loved ones.

Advanced Estate Planning

PRESERVING YOUR LEGACY FOR FUTURE GENERATIONS

Because the annual exemption amounts for estate, gift, and generation-skipping taxes are set to expire in 2025, certain high-net-worth individuals may be subject to federal estate taxes. That’s where advanced estate planning comes in.

Trust The Law Offices of Clifford M. Cohen to provide trustworthy advice and guidance on Florida-specific wealth-preservation strategies, such as:

Homestead Protection Strategies (Florida’s strongest asset protection law)
Tax-Free Annual Gifting
Charitable Trusts
Qualified Personal Residence Trusts
Irrevocable Life Insurance Trusts
Dynasty Trusts (also generation-skipping trusts or GSTs)
Family Limited Partnerships

Florida’s homestead laws provide unique protections for primary residences, preventing most creditors from forcing a sale to satisfy debts. Our firm helps ensure your estate plan fully leverages these laws.

With our advanced estate planning services, you can preserve your legacy with foresight and confidence—leaving no stone unturned.

What Sets Us Apart?

Whether you are starting your estate planning journey, revising an existing plan, or considering your legacy, turn to The Law Offices of Clifford M. Cohen. You can depend on us for compassionate, effective representation and personalized attention.

Our firm offers individuals and families innovative legal solutions to help them protect what matters most. Founding Attorney Clifford “Cliff” Cohen has decades of experience serving clients across Florida, Washington, D.C., and Maryland, always upholding the highest standards of professional excellence.

When you partner with us, you will have peace of mind knowing our esteemed Florida estate planning attorney is by your side.

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& Protecting Those You Love The Most