Schofield & Spencer - Bradenton, FL

Over 50 Years of Exceptional Legal Advocacy in Bradenton and Sarasota

Securing your family's future, administering an estate, and navigating commercial real estate transactions require a high level of legal precision and experienced counsel. At Schofield and Spencer, P.A., we provide sophisticated, professional, and reliable legal services designed to protect your assets, your legacy, and your business ventures. Established in 1974, our firm has served the Manatee and Sarasota county communities with exceptional dedication for over five decades. Led by Board-Certified Attorney Mary Anne Spencer, we combine top-tier legal credentials with a personalized, client-centric approach. If you urgently need an estate planning lawyer or a real estate attorney who will handle your affairs with the highest diligence, Schofield and Spencer, P.A. is ready to serve you.

Strategic Counsel from Board-Certified Estate Planning Lawyers

Developing a comprehensive estate plan is a critical step in preserving your wealth and protecting your loved ones from unnecessary legal complexity and probate disputes. Our skilled estate planning lawyers and trusts lawyers work closely with individuals and families to construct custom-tailored legal solutions. We specialize in drafting revocable and living trusts, last wills and testaments, durable powers of attorney, and advanced healthcare directives. Mary Anne Spencer is Board Certified by the Florida Bar as a specialist in Wills, Trusts, and Estates-a prestigious distinction held by less than one percent of Florida attorneys. If you want to find an estate planning lawyer with elite credentials, our Bradenton office offers unmatched expertise.

Sophisticated Legal Solutions from Board-Certified Real Estate Lawyers

Real estate transactions involve substantial financial commitments and complex legal requirements. Our highly capable commercial real estate lawyers and residential real estate lawyers provide expert guidance for buyers, sellers, developers, and investors. We handle real estate contracts, commercial and residential closings, deeds, title insurance clearance, 1031 tax-deferred exchanges, and loan closings. Attorney Mary Anne Spencer is also Board Certified by the Florida Bar as a specialist in Real Estate Law, making her one of the very few dual-board-certified specialists in the region. This unique combination of expertise ensures that your real estate deals are structured to seamlessly align with your broader estate planning and wealth preservation goals.

Compassionate Probate and Trust Administration Services

The loss of a family member brings significant emotional strain, which can be made worse by the burden of settling their financial affairs. We provide compassionate, structured probate and trust administration services, guiding personal representatives, trustees, and beneficiaries through every step of the court-supervised administration process. We ensure that taxes are minimized, creditor claims are properly addressed, and assets are distributed efficiently and in strict accordance with your loved one's wishes. When you hire an estate planning lawyer from our firm, we help you navigate these sensitive duties with the support and professional guidance you deserve.

Why Choose Schofield and Spencer, P.A."

We pride ourselves on offering the confidential, courteous, and highly personalized service that we would expect for ourselves. At Schofield and Spencer, P.A., your legal matters are handled directly by Board-Certified legal specialists, not passed down to inexperienced staff. We combine decades of local experience, advanced legal technologies, and deep community roots to deliver outstanding results. Let us help you protect what matters most. Contact us today to schedule your consultation and see why we are trusted leaders in Florida law.