Business Details
33 Years
experience
Trusted Legal Services in Orange Park, FL
Since 1993, Tolson & Associates has provided comprehensive legal solutions to individuals and property owners throughout Florida. Our firm specializes in estate planning, probate, tax law, and real estate matters, offering personalized attention to address each client's unique circumstances. With decades of combined experience, our attorneys deliver prompt, courteous representation while maintaining a warm, welcoming environment. We focus on creating tailored estate plans, navigating probate processes, and resolving real estate transactions with professionalism.Our commitment extends to elder law services, including Medicaid planning and special needs trusts. Located in Orange Park, we serve clients across the Jacksonville metro area and beyond. Evening and weekend appointments are available to accommodate client needs. Our team's extensive legal expertise ensures clients receive thorough guidance for complex matters. We accept major credit cards for client convenience. Our founding attorney, John F. Tolson Jr., established the firm's legacy of excellence over five decades of legal practice.
Services
Estate Planning
Probate
Trust Administration
Guardianship
Special Needs Trust
Elder Law
Medicaid Planning
Real Estate Law
Details
- Year established: 1993
Highlights and features
- We offer decades of combined experience in Florida legal matters
- Our attorneys provide personalized attention to each client's unique needs
- We handle complex estate planning, probate, and real estate transactions
- Our team maintains professional affiliations with legal associations
- We offer flexible appointment times including evenings and weekends
Services
Estate Planning
Our estate planning services help clients protect assets and plan for future generations. We create customized wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives tailored to individual circumstances. Our attorneys work closely with clients to develop comprehensive plans that address tax implications and ensure proper asset distribution.
Probate
We guide clients through the probate process for estates of loved ones. Our services include estate administration, asset distribution, and resolution of tax issues. Our experienced attorneys help executors and beneficiaries navigate Florida's probate laws efficiently while maintaining compliance with legal requirements.
Real Estate Law
Our real estate practice handles residential and commercial transactions. We provide title searches, title insurance, contract preparation, and closing services. Our attorneys represent buyers, sellers, and lenders in property transactions throughout Florida, ensuring smooth transfers and legal compliance.
Elder Law
We assist seniors with Medicaid planning and long-term care options. Our elder law services focus on qualifying for government benefits while protecting assets. We help families navigate guardianship proceedings and create special needs trusts for loved ones requiring ongoing care.
Trust Administration
Our firm manages trust administration for complex estates. We help establish special needs trusts and administer existing trusts according to grantor intentions. Our attorneys ensure proper asset management and distribution while maintaining compliance with Florida trust laws and tax regulations.
People
John F. Tolson Jr.
Founder
John F. Tolson Jr. practiced law for over five decades, establishing Tolson & Associates in 1993. He specialized in estate planning, probate, and real estate law before retiring in 2024. His legal expertise shaped the firm's commitment to personalized client service.
April R. Scott
Attorney
April Scott holds law and urban planning degrees from Florida State University. She focuses on estate planning and elder law, bringing specialized knowledge to complex legal matters. Her academic excellence informs her practical approach to client representation.
W. Ashton Scott
Attorney
Ashton Scott practiced patent law before transitioning to general legal practice. He applies analytical skills from his physics background to estate planning and real estate matters. His technical expertise enhances the firm's approach to complex legal solutions.
Questions
What estate planning documents do I need?
We recommend wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives for comprehensive estate planning. Our attorneys help determine which documents best suit your specific needs and circumstances.
How does Medicaid planning work?
Our elder law attorneys help clients qualify for Medicaid benefits while protecting assets. We create legal strategies that meet eligibility requirements while ensuring proper long-term care arrangements for seniors.
Is probate necessary in Florida?
Probate is required when someone dies owning property without designated beneficiaries. Our attorneys guide executors through Florida's probate process to distribute assets according to the deceased's wishes or state law.
What real estate services do you offer?
We handle residential and commercial transactions including contracts, leases, title searches, and closings. Our services cover the complete transaction process from initial agreements to final property transfers.
How can I establish a special needs trust?
Our attorneys create special needs trusts that provide for loved ones without affecting government benefit eligibility. We ensure these trusts meet legal requirements while addressing the beneficiary's specific care needs.
