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Forefront LawManaging Attorney
Judy-Ann Marie Smith
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Judy-Ann Marie Smith

5.0
15 reviews

6282 Dupont Station Court, E. Suite 3, Jacksonville, FL 32217

Estate Planning, Trust Planning, Trust Administration and 25 more

About Judy-Ann Marie Smith

As an attorney, my ultimate goal is to assist individuals in resolving their legal issues in a fair and just manner. I strive to be a compassionate listener to my clients' concerns, and to gain a deeper understanding of their goals and objectives. When representing my clients, I am a fierce advocate and will fight for their rights within the bounds of the law.

I have had the privilege to speak at various Continuing Legal Education (CLE) courses, including National Business Institute (NBI) and ProLawCLE. Some of the topics I have covered include Estate Planning and Administration, Probate Process, Law of Intestate Succession, and Executor Strategies. It is important for me to continue learning and sharing knowledge with my colleagues in the legal field.

Speaking Engagements/Presentations

CLE – August 29, 2017 – National Business Institute (NBI) – Course on Estate Planning and Administration: The Complete Guide, Jacksonville, Florida. Topics – Key laws and client intake/goal setting and transfers during life and inter-vivos trusts.

CLE – March 19, 2018 – National Business Institute (NBI) – Course on Probate: The Probate Process from start to finish., Gainesville Florida. Topics – Initial Filing in Probate Court and Estate Timeline and Law of Intestate Succession.

CLE – October 04, 2018-October 05, 2018 – National Business Institute (NBI) – Course on Probate: 30 Steps to Perfect Probate. Orlando, Florida. Topics – Probate Process Overview and First Steps and Executor Strategies.

CLE – February 27, 2019 – ProLawCLE – Course on Estate Planning: Draft Estate Planning Documents with these Practical Techniques.

CLE – August 16, 2019 – National Business Institute (NBI) – Course on Probate: The Probate Process from start to finish., Jacksonville Florida. Topics – Filing and Estate in Probate Court and Understanding the Role of the Personal Representative in Probate.

 

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Areas of Law

  • Trusts and Estates 2
    • Estate Planning
    • Asset Protection
  • Bankruptcy
  • Other 25
    • Trust Planning
    • Trust Administration
    • Minors - Personal Guardian and Property Custodian
    • Personal Representative (Administrator or Executor)
    • Reduce Taxes on your Estate
    • Provide for Family Members with Special Needs
    • Charitable Causes
    • Provide for Smooth Succession and Continuation for Business Owners
    • Beneficiaries for Life Insurance, Annuities, IRAS, 401k, 403b etc.
    • Care of Pets
    • Power of Attorney
    • Living Trust
    • Living Will and Designation of Health Care Surrogate
    • Anatomical Gift
    • Pre-need Guardian
    • Probate Administration
    • Ancillary Probate
    • Deed Preparation
    • Powers of Attorney Preparation
    • Marital and Family
    • Wills, Trusts and Estates
    • Family
    • Retirement Trusts
    • Divorce & Separation
    • Guardianship

Practice Details

  • Languages
    Spanish
  • Payment Information
    Payment & Cost Features
    Free initial consultation
  • Firm Information
    Position
    Managing Attorney
    Firm Name
    Forefront Law
  • Additional Links
    https://forefrontlawfl.com/

Experience

  • Bar Admission & Memberships
    Admissions
    2013, Florida
    Memberships
    Florida Bar (Member, Elder Law Section)
    American Bar Association
    American College of Healthcare Executives
    Clay County Bar Association
    Jacksonville Bar Association
  • Education & Certifications
    Law School
    Nova Southeastern University - Shepard Broad Law Center
    Class of 2011
    J.D.
    Other Education
    Florida Atlantic University
    B.S.

    Florida Atlantic University
    M.S.

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Managing Attorney at Forefront Law
5.0
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6282 Dupont Station Court, E. Suite 3Jacksonville, FL 32217U.S.A.

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