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The Law Office of Amy B. Van Fossen, P.A. Pro

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56 reviews

211 E. New Haven Avenue, Melbourne, FL 32901, U.S.A.

Elder Law, VA Planning, Medicaid Planning and 37 more

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About The Law Office of Amy B. Van Fossen, P.A.

Full-Service Elder Law, Veterans Pension Benefits and Estate Planning Lawyer in Melbourne

At the Law Office of Amy B. Van Fossen, P.A., we focus on helping seniors and their families with estate planning, probate & trust administration, VA & Medicaid planning, guardianship, civil litigation, silver divorce, and case management. Our goal is to help our valued clients protect everyone they love and everything they own. We strive to accomplish this by utilizing a variety of legal strategies, together with our most powerful tool… We Listen.

Many people want or need legal counsel but are intimidated by the prospect of talking to a lawyer. We work hard to alleviate our clients’ fears, by creating a relaxed, comfortable environment. We take the time to get to know you, listen to your concerns and goals, explain your options in easy to understand language, and work closely with you to find the legal solutions that are ideal for you, your family, and your legacy. In short, we strive to be your “counselors for life.”

The Law Office of Amy B. Van Fossen, P.A. believes in giving back to the community, and is the recipient of the Business Partner of the Year Award for both Holland Elementary and Palm Bay Elementary schools 2015 – 2016. Additionally, the firm is the recipient of the Overall Small Business Partner of the Year Award for the Brevard County Public Schools 2016 and the Business Spotlight for Florida Today May 2015.

 

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The Law Office of Amy B. Van Fossen, P.A. got this award in 2021

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Elder Law
Posted by Mark
August 11, 2022
Hired Attorney Amy Van Fossen

Amy Van Fossen, founder of The Law Office of Amy B. Van Fossen P.A., has built a team on a mission to provide the best legal and case management services to seniors and their families. She is a professional of integrity, warmhearted but also driven to be the region’s best firm for elder law. She added case management to her business after seeing carelessness or even dishonesty among the services that have grown up around this vulnerable population. A two-year relationship with her firm has brought outstanding results for our mother and all concerned. Amy’s passion for the wellbeing of her clients is embodied by every staff member we’ve met and is reflected in the services and results the firm has delivered. Combining elder and estate law services with case management gives clients and their families coordinated coverage for the complex issues facing seniors. An organization like this doesn’t just happen; it is the result of Amy’s dedication, vision, and leadership.

 
Elder Law
Posted by Mark
August 11, 2022
Hired Attorney Mrs. Katie Jackson Stolz

A critical aspect of our aging mother’s care and wellbeing has been the dedicated and watchful help provided by the couple next door. Out of a concern for questions and complications that could arise, should she eventually rely on coverage from Medicaid, our mother was leery of compensating her neighbors, who not only deserved, but would benefit significantly from the income. With a legally sound personal care contract designed by Ms. Katie Jackson Stoltz, she is able to make reasonable but meaningful payments for care that would be many times more expensive if delivered in any other manner. This straightforward and fair arrangement makes all parties happy, including family members like myself, who live too far away to provide this kind of support. Ms. Jackson Stoltz designed and presented this contract to my mother and made it understandable.

 
Trusts and Estates
Posted by Karen
August 08, 2022
Hired Attorney Mrs. Tyler Runte

Tyler was outstanding. Never had to wait for a response always answered emails and phone calls promptly. Highly recommend Amy Van Fossen and her staff. Wonderful to work with. Karen Sciacca

Wills and Probate
Posted by anonymous
June 14, 2022
Hired Attorney Mrs. Katie Jackson Stolz

Being a retired attorney, I know probate can be very complicated and requires attention to detail, in order to get through the process. I also know that hiring Mrs. Jackson Stolz to handle your probate case is the best move you can make. She not only knows the law and procedures for helping one get through the probate process, she does it in a way that shows compassion for one's loss, is respectful, and easy to understand. The responsiveness of Katie and her team (special mention to Ashley) was amazing. I would not hesitate to use Mrs. Jackson Stolz again, if the need were to arise.

 
Litigation
Posted by Kenneth
January 16, 2022
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I had contacted a few different law firms in the Palm Bay area, but none were as honest and precise as the law office of Amy B. Van Fossen. I was unable to meet with them in person because I had to catch a flight the following day, but they were willing to schedule a video conference with me for when I returned home. During the video conference I had realized that this was not just any law firm; it was a caring law firm that understood the pains of going through the probate process while dealing with a loved one’s passing. The bottom line is- they listened. I came to know the many team members that make up this firm all of whom are incredibly efficient at what they do and specialize in. Paralegal Jennifer Sanchez is very communicative through email and phone conversations. Litigation attorney Gregory Schwendeman is extremely knowledgeable; having the ability to work a case from every angle. I would highly recommend this firm to anyone in need of legal assistance in the Melbourne area.

 
Estate Planning
Posted by anonymous
December 21, 2020
Hired Attorney Mrs. Tyler Runte

Tyler did a great job in finalizing my documents and answered a few last minute questions I had regarding my estate. I highly recommend Tyler for all estate planning.

Estate Planning
Posted by anonymous
December 21, 2020
Hired Attorney Amy Van Fossen

Amy was very responsive to our initial contact and scheduled a meeting within a week timeframe. Amy is very knowledgeable in estate planning and not only answered all of the questions I had prepared, she brought up excellent points that I was unaware and walked me through all areas I needed in my trust. Amy was very thorough in our initial meeting and the entire process was handled professionally and in minimal time. I highly recommend Amy and her team for estate planning.

 
Medicare and Medicaid
Posted by Lori
November 19, 2025
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Working with Kathy Smeltz has been wonderful. Dealing with my brother’s personal matters it was nice knowing I had someone applying for Medicaid and understanding how the process works. Kathy always kept me informed and updated on issues. During this time my husband and I decided to hire this firm to also complete our estate planning.

Health Care
Posted by John
May 07, 2025
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It gives me great pleasure to comment on the proficiency of Kathy Smelts From the first to the last day Kathy was amazing. Kathy has a great understanding of her profession and thankfully explains everything calmly, happily, and with immeasurable patients. She has been a gem to work with and I will be forever grateful for her and her knowledge. I would have to say the Van Fassen Firm has a golden egg in their basket and that person is Kathy Smelts

 
Medicare and Medicaid
Posted by Tammy
November 08, 2024
Hired Attorney Mrs. Katie Jackson Stolz

I worked with Katie and her firm to help my family with their estate and to begin Medicaid planning for a family member who has dementia. Katie was wonderful to work with. She answered questions quickly and thoroughly. She was incredibly organized and knowledgeable. Most importantly, she was trustworthy and easy to approach. I would highly recommend Katie to anyone who is looking for a lawyer that will approach their family needs with professionalism and a caring spirit.

 
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Areas of Law

  • Elder Law 6
    • Estate Planning for the Elderly
    • Elder Abuse
    • Elder Care
    • Elder Rights
    • Advance Directives
    • Elder Guardianship
  • Health Care 1
    • Medicaid Planning
  • Trusts and Estates 17
    • Probate and Trust Administration
    • Guardianship
    • Estate Planning
    • Estate Planning for the Disabled
    • Estate Planning for Unmarried Couples
    • Family Trusts
    • Power of Attorney
    • Special Needs Trusts
    • Trust Administration
    • Guardianship and Conservatorship
    • Adult Guardianship
    • Conservatorship
    • Dependent Adult Abuse
    • Guardian Ad Litem
    • Guardianship Administration
    • Incompetency Proceedings
    • Mental Disability Law
  • Litigation 2
    • Probate Litigation
    • Civil Litigation
  • Family Law 1
    • Estate Planning for Parents of Handicapped Children
  • Wills and Probate 6
    • Probate
    • Ancillary Probate
    • Probate Administration
    • Wills
    • Contested Wills
    • Living Wills
  • Inheritance
  • Other 3
    • VA Planning
    • Case Management
    • Silver Divorce

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