Florida Estate Planning Attorney

​​Thoughtful, Personalized Estate Planning for Families, Professionals, and Business Owners

At Stellar Law PLLC, we provide refined, highly personalized estate planning services for individuals and families throughout Florida. Our practice is based in Fort Myers, where we welcome clients for in-person meetings in a comfortable, professional setting. For clients with special circumstances, home visits may be available. We also serve clients statewide through secure and convenient virtual meetings.

Whether you are creating your first estate plan or updating an existing one, we offer clear guidance, careful listening, and sophisticated planning tailored to your life, your family, and your long-term goals.

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A More Thoughtful Approach to Estate Planning

Estate planning is not simply about documents. It is about protecting the people you love, preserving what you have built, and creating clarity during life’s most important transitions.

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A well-designed Florida estate plan allows you to:

• Decide how your assets will be managed and distributed

• Protect your family and loved ones

• Avoid unnecessary court involvement and delays

• Provide for minor children and vulnerable beneficiaries

• Plan for incapacity with dignity and control

• Reduce conflict and uncertainty

• Preserve your legacy

Without proper planning, Florida law and a judge — not you — will make many of these decisions.

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Our Estate Planning Services

We offer comprehensive, customized estate planning, including:

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Wills

A properly drafted will allows you to name your beneficiaries, appoint a personal representative, designate guardians for minor children, and clearly express your wishes. We ensure your will is carefully prepared and executed in full compliance with Florida law.

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Trust-Based Planning

For many families and professionals, trusts offer greater control, privacy, and efficiency. Depending on your goals, a trust may help:

• Avoid or minimize probate

• Maintain privacy

• Control distributions over time

• Protect beneficiaries

• Address blended family concerns

• Provide long-term asset management

 

We design and prepare:

• Revocable Living Trusts

• Irrevocable Trusts

• Trusts for children and young adults

• Special purpose and legacy planning trusts

• Special Needs Trusts

• Asset protection–focused structures
   

Incapacity and Healthcare Planning

A complete estate plan also prepares for the possibility of incapacity. We prepare:

• Durable Powers of Attorney

• Healthcare Surrogate Designations

• Living Wills and Advance Directives

These documents ensure that someone you trust can act on your behalf and that your wishes are respected.

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Planning for Families with Minor Children

For parents of young children, thoughtful planning is essential. We help you:

• Name guardians

• Structure inheritances responsibly

• Avoid court-controlled outcomes

• Ensure continuity of care and financial stability
   

Advanced and Legacy Planning

For business owners, professionals, and families with more complex estates, we offer integrated strategies to:

• Coordinate estate and business planning

• Preserve and protect wealth

• Plan for succession and continuity

• Create meaningful, long-term legacy plans

• Tax-saving techniques to minimize tax exposure

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Prenuptial and Postnuptial Agreements

Marriage is both a personal and financial partnership. A well-crafted prenuptial or postnuptial agreement can:

Protect separate and family assets

• Clarify financial rights and expectation

• Preserve business and professional interests

• Address blended family and second-marriage concerns

• Reduce the risk of conflict and uncertainty in the future

We prepare thoughtful, fair, and enforceable marital agreements under Florida law, tailored to your specific circumstances and goals. These agreements are not just about protection—they are about clarity, transparency, and planning with intention.
 

Lady Bird Deeds (Enhanced Life Estate Deeds)

For Florida homeowners, a Lady Bird Deed can be a powerful and elegant planning tool under certain circumstances. When appropriate, this type of deed can: 

• Allow your home to pass to your chosen beneficiaries without probate

• Preserve your full control over the property during your lifetime

• Avoid unintended consequences of traditional life estate deeds

• Integrate seamlessly with your broader estate plan

We carefully evaluate whether a Lady Bird Deed is appropriate for your situation and ensure it is coordinated properly with your overall planning strategy.

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Serving Clients In Person, At Home, and Virtually Throughout Florida

Our office is located in Fort Myers, and we welcome clients who prefer to meet in person in a comfortable, professional setting. For clients with health, mobility, or special circumstances, home visits may be available when appropriate.

We also proudly serve clients throughout Florida using secure virtual meetings and a streamlined remote planning process. Many estate plans can be completed entirely remotely without sacrificing quality, personalization, or attention to detail.
 

Our Process

Our approach is intentionally calm, clear, and personalized:

✔ We listen carefully to your goals and concerns

✔ We explain your options in plain English

✔ We design a plan tailored to your life and priorities

✔ We prepare and properly execute all documents

✔ We ensure you fully understand your plan and how it works

This is not a volume-based, template-driven practice. Each plan is crafted with care.
 

Why Clients Choose Us​

​Clients choose Stellar Law PLLC because we offer a different kind of legal experience—one that is personal, thoughtful, and carefully tailored. As a boutique, relationship-driven practice, we provide every client receives direct access to their attorney and the highest level of attention throughout the planning process. We focus on refined, customized estate planning rather than templates or volume-based work, and we take the time to explain your options clearly and in plain English. Our practice is devoted exclusively to Florida law, with experience serving both families and business owners, and we offer the flexibility of meeting in person in Fort Myers, at home when appropriate, or virtually anywhere in Florida. Above all, we are committed to creating plans that are not only legally sound, but also practical, clear, and truly aligned with your life and long-term goals.

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Frequently Asked Questions​

"Should I have a Will or a Trust?"

This is one of the most common questions in Florida estate planning. The right answer depends on your assets, family structure, privacy concerns, and long-term goals.  We take the time to explain your options clearly and help you make a confident, informed decision — without pressure or unnecessary complexity.

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"How often should I review my estate plan?"
Most plans should be reviewed every three to five years or after major life events such as marriage, divorce, birth of a child, or significant financial changes.

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"Does a will avoid probate in Florida?"
No.  A will still goes through probate.  A properly funded trust can often avoid or significantly reduce probate.

 

"Is estate planning only for wealthy families?"
No.  Anyone who has assets, a family, or specific wishes should have an estate plan.

 

"How long does the process take?"
Most estate plans are completed within a few weeks, depending on complexity and how quickly decisions are made.
 

Begin Your Estate Plan with Confidence

A well-designed estate plan brings clarity, protection, and peace of mind.

 

Contact us today to schedule a consultation.