Estate Planning
You work hard to provide for your loved ones, so knowing that you have planned for their long-term well-being and financial security brings you comfort. We understand that this can be challenging and that each client’s goals are different.
Florida Homestead
Florida is a great place to legally reside. Florida has no state estate tax or personal income tax. Additionally, if your primary residence is in Florida, the Florida Constitution protects your home from creditors and you…
Wills, Trusts & Durable Powers of Attorney
Planning for the disposition of your assets at death is one of the most personal services that a law firm can provide. At Rader & Coleman, we listen to your wishes and then custom tailor wills or trusts…
Estate, Gift & Income Tax Planning
Without proper and estate and income gift tax planning, high net worth individuals have significant risk of shrinkage of their assets at their death. At Rader & Coleman, we listen to your estate planning wishes…
Healthcare Directives
Florida law provides for two major advance health care directives: Living Wills and Designations of Health Care Surrogates. A Living Will authorizes no additional life prolonging measures be taken if two physicians determine…
Digital Assets
“Digital Assets” refers to personal information that is stored electronically or on-line. If you use email, make on-line purchases, have a password protected computer, iPad or iPhone, or pay bills on line, then you have Digital Assets.
Charitable Foundations & Trusts
Planning with charities allows you to designate the use of funds for specific or general charitable purposes. It can also provide significant tax benefits to your family.
Business Entities
Operating a family a business is hard work. At Rader & Coleman, we represent individuals in transferring family businesses to family members, in a tax efficient manner. This may include the preparation of irrevocable trusts…
Family Partnerships and Irrevocable Trusts
We often recommend creating family limited partnerships or irrevocable trusts as an integral part of an estate plan. These are highly technical documents and plans but frequently result in considerable…
Probate (Estate Administration)
At Rader and Coleman, we know that the death of a loved one can be devastating and the legal aspects can seem overwhelming. When you are ready, we will guide you through the legal process with compassion and careful attention.
Trust Administration
Florida law requires that trustees are held to certain high standards regarding their fiduciary responsibilities. Often, trustees are confused or concerned with their duties or making certain decisions. We provide trustees or…
Mediation and Court Appointments
Stuart. Rader is a Florida Supreme Court Certified Circuit Court Mediator and mediates trust and estate disputes. Mediation is an informal and expeditious way to resolve disputes that avoids costly litigation and the associated…