Boca Raton Estate Planning,
Probate, and Guardianship Law Firm
Our clients often tell us that they struggle with legal concerns involving wills, trusts, guardianship, or the administration of an estate. They may put off moving forward because they don’t have all the information. At the Law Offices of Rina Feld, we want to help make the process easier. We’re always here to answer questions, explain your options, and assist you with the next steps of your estate planning, probate, or guardianship issues.
That includes:
- Assistance with all stages of estate planning and probate
- Guidance on the guardianship process or alternatives
- Services provided in Russian or English
Trusted Legal Guidance for Florida Families
We know that planning for the future can be stressful or even scary, but it’s also necessary to help protect your family from future disagreements and legal challenges. If you’re thinking about making a will or trust, wondering if you need one, or have other questions or concerns about estate planning, you should have all the information you need to make an informed decision.
Our legal team will discuss your situation, lay out your options, and assist you with each aspect of the process.
People often think that estate planning only means writing a Will, but depending on your circumstances that might not be enough, or might even be worse than nothing at all. Estate planning might include creating trusts, updating beneficiaries on certain accounts, creating a healthcare advance directive, choosing a power of attorney, and more. Our Boca Raton estate planning lawyers will help you determine which options make sense for your family and your goals.
Estate Planning, Probate and Guardianship Services
Estate
Planning
We’ll help you catalog your assets and create a plan for how you want them handled and distributed. At the same time, we’ll discuss the probate process and whether avoiding probate is one of your goals. Our legal team can also address related concerns such as guardianship for minor children, end-of-life care wishes, powers of attorney, healthcare decisions, and other estate planning needs.
Probate
Administration
After someone passes away, family members are often left trying to figure out what happens next. Probate may involve validating the will, identifying and managing estate assets, addressing debts and creditor claims, and eventually distributing property to the appropriate beneficiaries.
We help personal representatives and families understand what needs to be done, which deadlines matter, and how to move the estate through the Florida probate process.
Guardianship
If your loved ones become incapacitated, and they do not have the necessary estate planning documents in place, it might become crucial to seek the intervention of guardianship court. This process if arduous and requires extensive court oversight to ensure the vulnerable person’s safety.
We can help ensure a proper guardian is appointed and stays in place, while providing the necessary framework for the family dealing with the outcome. Our Boca Raton guardianship attorneys will ensure the court deadlines are met and the necessary safeguards are in place.
Wills and Trusts
A will may be enough for some families, while others can benefit from using a trust as part of a larger estate plan. The right choice depends on what you own, whom you want to protect, how you want assets handled, and whether there are circumstances that require additional planning.
We’ll walk through those questions with you before recommending the documents that make sense for your situation.
Trust
Administration
Being named a trustee can come with more responsibility than people expect. You may suddenly be responsible for property, investments, distributions, notices to beneficiaries, accounting, and deadlines—all while making sure you follow the terms of the trust.
We help trustees understand those responsibilities and deal with questions that come up during administration.
Probate and
Guardianship Disputes
One of the most common things we hear from new clients is, “I don’t want my family arguing after I pass.”
Many of us know families who have experienced intense legal disputes over a will, estate, or guardianship of minor children. It’s natural to want to avoid these conflicts. Careful estate planning can reduce the risk, but sometimes disputes happen anyway.
If you feel that an estate administrator, trustee, or guardian isn’t carrying out their responsibilities appropriately, we encourage you to speak with an experienced estate attorney to better understand your options.
Serving Residents of Boca Raton
and South Florida
At the Law Offices of Rina Feld, we pride ourselves on being part of the Boca Raton and South Florida community. Our office is conveniently located for clients throughout Palm Beach County and surrounding South Florida communities.
Florida law can create estate-planning issues that families who recently moved here may not expect. Homestead rules, property ownership, probate requirements, and existing estate documents from another state may all need to be considered.
We review those details with our clients so they understand how Florida law applies to their particular situation.
- Boca Raton
- Delray Beach
- Boynton Beach
- West Palm Beach
- Palm Beach County
- Fort Lauderdale
- Broward County
- Miami
- Miami-Dade County
- Other communities throughout Florida
Meet the Attorneys Behind Our Firm
Rina Feld, Esq.
– Managing Partner
Rina Feld concentrates her practice on estate planning, probate administration, and guardianship administration. She takes the time to get to know each client personally and understand the family, financial, and legal circumstances involved before recommending a course of action.
Over the course of her Florida legal practice, Rina has developed firsthand familiarity with the issues that can arise in estate planning, probate, and guardianship matters.
In addition to earning her Juris Doctor, Rina also holds an MBA in International Business and is fluent in Russian. Her bilingual ability allows Russian-speaking clients to discuss complicated family and financial issues directly with their attorney.
Hailey L. Wilson, Esq.
– Attorney
With over a decade of litigation experience, Hailey L. Wilson assists clients with disputes involving estates, probate, and guardianship. She is also a court-certified civil and county mediator, applying her skills to help people resolve disputes in a practical manner.
Hailey earned her Juris Doctor from Stetson University College of Law after completing a Bachelor of Science in Criminology at Florida State University.
Her litigation and mediation background can be particularly valuable when an estate, probate, or guardianship matter involves disagreement between family members, beneficiaries, fiduciaries, or other interested parties.
Why Florida Families Choose the Law Offices of Rina Feld
Focused Legal Knowledge
Estate planning, probate, and guardianship make up a significant part of our work, so our attorneys regularly deal with the questions and complications that arise in these matters.
Personalized Representation
Two families can have similar assets and still need very different estate plans. We look at your family circumstances, property, concerns, and goals before recommending how your plan should be structured.
Hands-On Service
We never want our clients to feel like an afterthought. Our legal team works closely with clients and remains available to answer questions throughout the process.
Clear Communication
We know how confusing legal terms and estate planning options can be, so we strive to explain them in straightforward language. Our legal team is available to answer questions and help you understand why particular steps or documents may be necessary.
Litigation Experience
Disputes over estates or guardianship can be emotionally difficult and stressful. When a disagreement cannot be resolved informally, having attorneys with litigation experience can help you understand your rights and determine the next steps.
English and Russian Services
Rina Feld is fluent in Russian and can assist Russian-speaking clients with estate planning, probate, and guardianship matters.
Legal Guidance for Every Stage of Life
Here’s how we can help:
- Creating or updating your estate plan, including asset distribution, powers of attorney, healthcare directives, and guardianship planning for minor children
- Legal issues related to the death of a loved one, including the probate process
- Legal guidance for personal representatives administering estates
- Assistance for trustees
- Answering questions about an estate or trust for beneficiaries
- Explaining options for guardianship of minor children
- Assisting with guardianship for incapacitated adults
- Planning for potential incapacity in the future
- Helping out-of-state family members who are involved with a Florida estate
- Assisting Russian-speaking individuals or families with estate planning, probate, or guardianship
- Helping families address disputes involving probate, estates, trusts, or guardianship
What to Expect When You Work With Our Firm
Schedule an Initial Consultation
Contact us to book consultation about your estate planning, probate, or guardianship concerns.
Discuss Your Circumstances
Our legal team will ask questions to better understand your situation, family circumstances, goals, concerns, and plans.
Understand
Your Legal Options
We’ll discuss how Florida law applies to your concerns and explain the available options, possible approaches, and important considerations.
Design a
Personalized Strategy
We’ll design an approach based on your particular circumstances rather than applying the same solution to every client.
Receive Ongoing Guidance and Support
We’ll assist with the next steps, which may include preparing documents, completing required filings, navigating probate administration, addressing guardianship responsibilities, or representing you in court when necessary.
What Our Clients Say
Rina and her team provided compassionate and effective legal support during my probate case. Their attention to detail and personalized approach made a stressful process much easier. I highly recommend their services to anyone needing estate planning assistance.
Olga G.
Client, Satisfied Client
After my insurance claim was denied following hurricane damage, Rina stepped in and secured my settlement. Her professionalism and persistence made all the difference. I am grateful for her help and highly recommend her firm.
Mark S.
Client, Happy Client
The service I received was highly professional with excellent results. Rina’s team handled my property damage claim efficiently, ensuring my rights were protected. I trust their expertise and dedication to client success.
Leo M.
Client, Content Client
When my home water damage claim was rejected, Rina took charge and fought for my rights. Her expertise and commitment helped me get the settlement I deserved. I am very pleased with their service and recommend them highly.
Jane D.
Client, Grateful Client
Visit Our Boca Raton Law Office
At the Law Offices of Rina Feld, we’re happy to provide a free 15-minute phone consultation to discuss your questions about estate planning, probate, or guardianship.
If you decide to move forward, our Boca Raton office is conveniently located for clients throughout Palm Beach County and South Florida. Schedule your consultation by phone or through our website.
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Law Offices of Rina Feld
3013 Yamato Road, B12-347
Boca Raton, FL 33434 - Phone: (561) 279-6771
- Email: information@rinafeldpa.com
- Hours:
Monday 9 am–5 pm
Tuesday 9 am–5 pm
Wednesday 9 am–5 pm
Thursday 9 am–5 pm
Friday 9 am–5 pm
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q. What does an estate planning attorney in Boca Raton do?
An estate planning attorney helps you prepare legally appropriate documents that communicate how your assets and personal affairs should be handled during incapacity and after death. Depending on your needs, a Florida estate plan may include a will, trust, durable power of attorney, healthcare surrogate designation, and living will.
Q. Does every estate in Florida have to go through probate?
Not every asset or estate requires the same probate process. Whether probate is necessary depends on how property was titled, beneficiary designations, the types and value of assets, and the planning completed before death. An attorney can review the estate and explain the applicable Florida procedure.
Q. How long does probate take in Florida?
The duration depends on the type of administration, creditor period, nature of the assets, disputes, tax considerations, and court requirements. An uncontested matter may be resolved more efficiently than an estate involving litigation, difficult-to-value property, or disagreements between beneficiaries.
Q. What is the role of a personal representative in Florida probate?
A personal representative may be responsible for identifying estate assets, notifying interested parties, addressing creditor claims, filing required documents, managing estate property, and distributing assets under the will and Florida law. The representative must comply with fiduciary and court-imposed obligations.
Q. When might a Florida guardianship be necessary?
Guardianship may be considered when an adult cannot make certain personal or financial decisions independently and less restrictive alternatives are not sufficient. Guardianships may also arise in matters involving minors. The appropriate legal approach depends on the individual’s circumstances.
Q. Can your firm assist someone who lives outside Florida?
Yes. The firm may be able to assist out-of-state personal representatives, beneficiaries, trustees, and family members with Florida estates, property, probate, and guardianship matters. The specific options will depend on the nature of the case.
Q. Do you provide legal services in Russian?
Yes. Rina Feld is fluent in Russian and assists Russian-speaking clients with estate planning, probate, and guardianship matters.
Q. What areas does the Law Offices of Rina Feld serve?
The firm is based in Boca Raton and serves clients in Palm Beach County, Broward County, Miami-Dade County, throughout South Florida, and in other parts of Florida depending on the legal matter.
Discuss Your Estate Planning, Probate, or Guardianship Needs
Whether you are creating an estate plan for the first time, dealing with probate after losing someone close to you, or trying to determine whether guardianship is necessary, you probably have questions before you are ready to make a decision.
Contact the Law Offices of Rina Feld to talk through your situation and learn what options may be available.