Estate planning and probate attorney for Venice, Florida families.
Spanski Law's office is on West Venice Avenue in downtown Venice. Attorney Season A. Chisholm works with homeowners on Venice Island and in the mainland neighborhoods, condominium owners along the Gulf, and seasonal residents who divide the year between Venice and another state.
Estate planning for Venice homeowners
For most Venice families, the home is the most significant asset in the estate. Florida's homestead laws protect the home from most creditors, but they also limit how it can be left to others when there is a surviving spouse or a minor child. How the home is titled also affects the homestead exemption and the Save Our Homes assessment limitation. A Lady Bird deed is often an effective way to pass a Venice home without probate, although condominiums, jointly owned property, and homes held in a trust each call for a careful review first.
Probate for Venice residents
When a Venice resident passes away, probate is filed with the Clerk of the Circuit Court for Sarasota County. Spanski Law prepares and files the documents electronically and works directly with the personal representative, so the family can focus on one another rather than on court paperwork.
Meeting with Season
Most estate plans are completed in one or two meetings at the Venice office, with time between meetings to review each document carefully. Initial conversations can be held by phone or video if that is more convenient for you.
Nearby communities
South Venice, Venice Gardens, Nokomis, Osprey, Laurel, Casey Key, and Manasota Key.
Questions from Venice families.
Where is the Spanski Law office?
The office is at 304 W. Venice Avenue, Suite 217, in downtown Venice. If you have any accessibility needs, please mention them when you call so your appointment can be arranged accordingly.
Where is probate filed for a Venice resident?
Probate for a resident of Venice, South Venice, Nokomis, or Osprey is filed with the Clerk of the Circuit Court for Sarasota County. Filings are made electronically, and Spanski Law handles them from the Venice office.
I spend part of the year in another state. Should my plan be prepared in Florida?
If Florida is your permanent residence, your estate plan should generally reflect Florida law. Spanski Law can review documents signed in another state and explain which ones should be updated. Initial conversations can be held by phone or video, and documents are signed in person at the office.