Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Legal Partner in Dunedin, Florida
At Freeborn & Freeborn, we are dedicated legal professionals committed to providing exceptional service while prioritizing our clients' best interests. Our practice spans estate planning, real estate, elder law, and corporate matters, with a focus on open communication and transparency. With over six decades of combined experience, our attorneys bring specialized expertise in wills, trusts, probate, and tax law, having served Pinellas County since 1957. We actively engage in community service through leadership roles in local organizations, including the Dunedin Fine Arts Center and Morton Plant Mease Healthcare Foundation. Our team includes Board Certified specialists in Wills, Trusts, and Estates, ensuring clients receive authoritative legal guidance.We maintain strong professional affiliations with the Florida Bar and Clearwater Bar Associations, demonstrating our commitment to legal excellence. Our personalized approach combines technical proficiency with a deep understanding of local market needs, offering tailored solutions for complex legal challenges. We uphold the highest ethical standards, maintaining transparency in all client interactions and delivering consistent, reliable service. Our legacy of excellence, established by founding attorney Jack Freeborn, continues through our ongoing dedication to client satisfaction and community stewardship.
Services
Estate Planning
Probate Administration
Real Estate Transactions
Living Trusts
Corporate Law
Elder Law
Tax Planning
Title Examination
Details
- Year established: 1957
Highlights and features
- We offer 60+ years of combined legal experience in Florida's legal landscape
- Our attorneys hold Board Certification in Wills, Trusts and Estates
- We maintain active leadership roles in local civic and charitable organizations
- Our team provides personalized legal solutions tailored to individual client needs
- We combine multi-generational legal expertise with modern practice standards
Associations and certifications
- Florida Bar
- Clearwater Bar Association
- American College of Trusts and Estates Counsel (Fellow)
Services
Estate Planning
Our estate planning services create comprehensive strategies for asset protection and transfer. We specialize in customized wills, living trusts, and advance medical directives that meet individual client needs. With Board Certified attorneys in Wills, Trusts and Estates, we ensure legal documents comply with Florida statutes while minimizing tax implications. Our approach combines technical expertise with personalized guidance through every planning stage.
Probate Administration
We guide personal representatives through Florida's probate process with efficiency and compassion. Our services include estate inventory, debt settlement, tax filings, and asset distribution. With decades of experience handling complex probate matters, we help clients navigate legal requirements while maintaining family harmony. Our team works closely with fiduciaries to ensure proper administration of decedents' estates.
Real Estate Transactions
Our real estate practice covers residential and commercial transactions, title examinations, and mortgage law. We handle purchase agreements, title insurance, and closing documentation for buyers and sellers. With specialized knowledge of local property regulations, we protect clients' interests throughout the transaction process. Our services extend to lease agreements and real estate contract negotiations.
Corporate Law
We assist entrepreneurs in establishing and maintaining business entities that align with their goals. Our corporate services include entity selection, formation documents, and compliance guidance. We provide ongoing legal support for corporate governance, contract drafting, and business succession planning. Our experience spans multiple industries to address diverse business needs.
Elder Law
Our elder law practice addresses unique legal challenges faced by older adults. We help clients with long-term care planning, Medicaid eligibility, and guardianship matters. Our approach preserves clients' dignity while protecting assets through strategic legal solutions. We provide compassionate representation for families navigating complex elder care issues.
People
John F. Freeborn
Attorney
Board Certified in Wills, Trusts and Estates with 30+ years of experience. Graduated from Tulane University School of Law and New York University School of Law. Active in local community organizations including Dunedin Rotary Club and Pinellas County Estate Planning Council. Specializes in estate planning and probate matters.
Alison K. Freeborn
Attorney
Licensed in Florida and Illinois with expertise in probate and estate planning. Graduated from University of Wisconsin Law School. Active in Dunedin Fine Arts Center and Junior League of Clearwater-Dunedin. Serves on multiple local nonprofit boards. Focuses on estate administration and trust law.
C. Allen Kynes Jr.
Attorney
Real estate law specialist with 45+ years of experience. University of Tulsa graduate practicing since 1974. Former partner at Harper, Kynes, Geller & Greenleaf. Active in Dunedin community organizations including Library Foundation and Rotary Club. Handles property transactions and title insurance matters.
Sharon Benson
Paralegal
Probate and trust administration specialist with 38 years of experience. Has worked at Freeborn & Freeborn for over 25 years. Manages estate administration processes from initial filings through final distributions. Provides critical support for personal representatives and trustees.
Cyndi Janssen
Paralegal
Legal assistant with 35+ years of experience. Handles real estate closings and estate planning document preparation. Coordinates fiduciary services for homebound clients. Graduated from St. Petersburg College with Legal Assistant degree and holds B.A. in Criminal Justice.
Questions
What areas of law does Freeborn & Freeborn specialize in?
We specialize in estate planning, probate administration, real estate transactions, elder law, corporate law, and title examination services.
How long has Freeborn & Freeborn been in practice?
Our firm has served the Dunedin community since 1957, with three generations of legal experience.
Are your attorneys Board Certified in their practice areas?
Yes, our attorneys include Board Certified specialists in Wills, Trusts and Estates with additional expertise in real estate and corporate law.
What geographic areas do you serve?
We serve clients throughout Pinellas and Hillsborough counties including Dunedin, Clearwater, Tampa Bay area, and surrounding communities.
Can you assist with both individual and business legal needs?
Yes, we provide comprehensive legal services for individuals and businesses across our practice areas.
