Business Details
16 Years
experience
Elder Law & Estate Planning Services in Punta Gorda
Established in 2010, the Howell Law Firm provides specialized legal services in elder law, estate planning, and probate administration. Our practice focuses on creating comprehensive solutions that align with clients' long-term care needs while preserving their assets and personal wishes. Led by Florida Bar Board Certified Elder Law Attorney Jennifer R. Howell, our team combines decades of legal expertise with personalized attention to navigate complex legal matters. We prioritize client education through community outreach programs and free seminars on elder law topics. Our staff includes Florida Registered Paralegals with extensive experience in Medicaid planning, trust administration, and probate processes.Located in Punta Gorda, we serve Charlotte County residents with a commitment to maintaining the highest standards of legal professionalism. Our office works closely with families to establish durable powers of attorney, advance directives, and customized estate plans. We emphasize transparent communication and practical solutions tailored to each client's unique circumstances. Our track record includes ten consecutive years as a Charlotte Sun Readers' Choice Award winner for Best Attorney. We maintain affiliations with local professional organizations including the Charlotte County Bar Association and Estate & Tax Planning Council.
Services
Elder Law
Estate Planning
Probate Administration
Trust Management
Advance Directives
Details
- Year established: 2010
Highlights and features
- Board-certified elder law specialization with 25+ years legal experience
- Personalized estate plans integrating long-term care requirements
- Community-focused legal education through free seminars and workshops
- Experienced Florida Registered Paralegals handling complex probate matters
- Ten-time Charlotte Sun Readers' Choice Award winner for legal excellence
Associations and certifications
- Florida Bar Board Certified Elder Law Attorney
What people say
Expert legal guidance
Personalized attention
Community-focused approach
Award-winning service
Knowledgeable staff
Services
Elder Law
Specialized legal representation for aging adults and their families. Our elder law practice addresses long-term care planning, asset protection, Medicaid eligibility, and guardianship matters. We coordinate estate plans with healthcare directives to ensure comprehensive protection while maintaining compliance with Florida statutes. Our certified attorneys provide strategic guidance through complex elder care legal challenges.
Estate Planning
Customized estate planning solutions including wills, trusts, and advanced directives. We design frameworks for asset distribution, tax optimization, and incapacity management while aligning with clients' personal wishes. Our process ensures legal validity and clarity in asset preservation and transfer across generations through tailored documentation and strategic implementation.
Probate Administration
Comprehensive probate court representation for estate administration. We guide personal representatives through asset identification, creditor notification, tax compliance, and distribution processes. Our services include trust administration, homestead protection, and final estate closure documentation while ensuring adherence to Florida Probate Rules and statutory requirements.
People
Jennifer R. Howell
Attorney & Founder
Florida Bar Board Certified Elder Law Attorney with 25+ years experience. Graduated cum laude from Stetson University School of Law in 1997. Former partner at Farr Law Firm before establishing her practice in 2010. Active community leader serving on multiple local legal and civic boards.
Sue Elgersma
Florida Registered Paralegal
Legal professional with 30+ years experience in estate planning and probate. Specializes in Medicaid planning and trust administration. Joined Howell Law Firm in 2010 after working with Jennifer at Farr Law Firm. Provides technical expertise while maintaining client-focused service delivery.
Questions
What areas of law does Howell Law Firm specialize in?
We focus on elder law, estate planning, probate administration, and trust management. Our practice helps clients protect assets, establish healthcare directives, and ensure proper estate distribution while complying with Florida legal requirements.
Is attorney Jennifer Howell board certified?
Yes, Jennifer R. Howell is a Florida Bar Board Certified Elder Law Attorney, representing the highest level of legal specialization in elder law matters through rigorous examination and peer review processes.
How does the firm handle probate cases?
We provide full-service probate representation including asset identification, creditor notification, tax compliance, and estate closure. Our team guides personal representatives through Florida's probate process while minimizing delays and ensuring proper asset distribution.
What estate planning documents do you prepare?
We create comprehensive estate plans including wills, revocable and irrevocable trusts, durable powers of attorney, healthcare surrogates, living wills, and HIPAA authorizations tailored to each client's specific needs.
Do you offer community legal education programs?
Yes, we provide free seminars and educational programs for local organizations, churches, and support groups covering elder law topics, estate planning basics, and long-term care considerations.
