Estate Planning Attorney Sarasota FL — Wills, Trusts & Probate

Estate planning isn't just for the wealthy or elderly. If you own a home in Sarasota, have children, or care about who makes decisions for you if something happens, you need an estate plan. We've worked with hundreds of Sarasota families to create plans that protect what matters most — and we can help you too.

What Estate Planning Really Means

Estate planning is making sure your family is taken care of and your wishes are followed — both while you're alive and after you're gone. That means deciding who inherits your home, who manages your finances if you can't, and who makes medical decisions if you're unable to speak for yourself.

For most Sarasota families, a solid estate plan includes a will, a living trust (if appropriate), powers of attorney for finances and healthcare, and sometimes a Lady Bird Deed for your home. The exact documents depend on your situation, and that's why we start with a free consultation — to figure out what makes sense for you.

What Happens Without an Estate Plan in Sarasota

If you pass away without a will in Florida, the state decides who gets your property. Your spouse might not inherit everything. Your children might receive assets at age 18 before they're ready. The court will choose someone to handle your estate, and that person might not be who you would have picked.

Without proper planning, your family also faces probate — a court process that can take 6-12 months in Sarasota County and cost thousands of dollars. Bank accounts get frozen. Real estate can't be sold. Bills pile up. And your loved ones wait.

Even if you have a will, probate is still required unless you've set up a trust or used a Lady Bird Deed for your home. Many families come to us after losing a loved one, wishing they had done more planning upfront.

How We Help Sarasota Families

I'm Season Spanski, and I've been helping Sarasota families with estate planning for years. My office is right here on 2nd Street in downtown Sarasota, and I also meet clients at our Venice location. Every plan we create is customized for your family, your assets, and your goals.

We start with a free consultation where I learn about your situation and explain your options in plain English. No legal jargon. No pressure. Just honest advice about what you need and what you don't. From there, we draft your documents, review them together, and make sure everything is signed and stored properly.

Our estate planning services include wills and trusts, powers of attorney, healthcare surrogate designations, and Lady Bird Deeds. We also handle probate administration if you've lost a loved one and need help navigating the court process.

The Free Consultation

Most people don't know where to start with estate planning, and that's okay. That's what the consultation is for. We'll talk about your family, your assets, what you want to happen, and what documents make sense. You'll leave with a clear understanding of the process and what it costs. No surprises.

If you decide to work with us, we handle everything. If you need time to think about it, that's fine too. The goal is to make sure you're comfortable and informed.