Stanley B Lewis PA - Miami, FL

Dedicated Probate and Estate Planning Counsel in Miami

The Law Office of Stanley B. Lewis, P.A. provides focused, practical legal representation for individuals and families facing probate proceedings and long-term estate distribution matters. Founded in 1998 by Stanley B. Lewis, an attorney licensed with The Florida Bar since 1989, the firm delivers individualized legal assistance rooted in deep knowledge of Florida probate code and real property law. When you need to find a probate lawyer or hire an estate planning attorney in northern Miami-Dade or Broward County, this established firm offers clear, step-by-step counsel without unnecessary complications.

Comprehensive Florida Probate Administration

Settling an estate after the passing of a family member involves strict court deadlines, creditor notices, and asset valuation requirements. Attorney Stanley B. Lewis assists personal representatives, executors, and beneficiaries through every phase of probate administration under Florida law, whether the decedent passed with a valid will or died intestate:

• Formal administration for complex estates exceeding statutory thresholds or requiring court supervision.
• Summary administration as an expedited probate alternative for qualifying small estates or decedents who passed over two years prior.
• Ancillary administration to resolve title and transfer Florida real estate owned by non-resident decedents.
• Creditor dispute resolution, asset marshaling, inventory filings, and lawful final distributions to designated heirs.

Estate Planning, Wills, and Living Trusts

Proper estate planning is essential to protect assets during life and ensure smooth transfer upon death. The Law Office of Stanley B. Lewis, P.A. drafts customized estate planning portfolios that prevent disputes and protect vulnerable family members. As seasoned wills lawyers and trusts lawyers, the firm helps clients establish durable powers of attorney to designate trusted agents for financial decisions, healthcare surrogate designations for medical care, living wills to state healthcare preferences, and revocable trusts that circumvent the costly probate process altogether.

Real Estate Transfers and Title Clearance

A frequent complication during probate is resolving inherited real property. The firm brings specialized experience in residential real estate matters tied directly to estates, including preparing deeds, clearing clouded title issues, and transferring homes to surviving heirs or coordinating sales during estate administration. This integrated legal support ensures that both probate proceedings and property transactions progress in total harmony.

Compassionate and Accessible Client Service

Dealing with legal matters after a loss or preparing for possible incapacity requires an attorney who listens attentively and communicates with honesty. If you urgently need a lawyer to open a Florida probate estate or retain an experienced lawyer to draft protective documents for your loved ones, Stanley B. Lewis provides dependable advocacy developed over more than thirty-five years of legal practice. Consultations are available by appointment to review your circumstances and establish an effective course of action.