Business Details
12 Years
experience
Your Trusted Estate Planning & Elder Law Firm in Southwest Florida
Stickley Law is a family-focused legal practice rooted in Englewood, Florida, serving Sarasota, Manatee, Charlotte, and DeSoto counties. Founded by Albert 'AJ' Stickley III, our firm specializes in estate planning, probate and trust administration, and elder law. We combine personalized service with compassionate expertise to help families navigate complex legal matters. Our team prioritizes clear communication, prompt responsiveness, and tailored solutions that protect clients' assets and wishes.With over a decade of local experience, we maintain environmentally conscious practices through digital document management while actively supporting community initiatives. Our attorneys are licensed to serve clients across Southwest Florida, ensuring legal clarity and peace of mind for every family we represent.
Services
Estate Planning
Probate Administration
Elder Law Services
Trust Administration
Medicaid Planning
Details
- Year established: 2014
Highlights and features
- We offer personalized estate planning tailored to Florida family needs
- Our team has 11+ years of local legal expertise
- We combine compassionate approach with technical proficiency
- We maintain environmentally friendly digital document practices
- Our attorneys actively participate in Englewood community events
What people say
Thorough and knowledgeable
Professional and polite
Compassionate and patient
Best family attorney
Excellent legal service
Services
Estate Planning
Craft comprehensive estate plans including wills, trusts, and powers of attorney. Our Florida-specific solutions protect assets and ensure your wishes are honored while minimizing tax burdens. We guide families through creating legally sound documents that address unique personal circumstances and future needs.
Probate Administration
Navigate post-death legal processes with expert guidance. We assist executors and beneficiaries in managing estate distribution, debt settlement, and court requirements. Our compassionate approach simplifies complex probate procedures while honoring loved ones' legacies through efficient administration.
Elder Law Services
Address aging-related legal needs including Medicaid planning, guardianship, and long-term care arrangements. We help families protect assets while securing quality care for elderly loved ones. Our services ensure compliance with Florida-specific regulations governing senior legal matters.
Trust Administration
Manage trust-related legal matters including funding, distribution, and compliance. We assist trustees in fulfilling fiduciary responsibilities while maintaining beneficiaries' interests. Our expertise ensures proper implementation of living trusts and testamentary arrangements.
Medicaid Planning
Develop strategic plans for qualifying seniors to receive Medicaid benefits while preserving family assets. We navigate complex eligibility requirements and implement legal strategies that balance immediate care needs with long-term financial protection for Florida residents.
People
Albert 'AJ' Stickley III
Founder/Attorney
Englewood native with deep community roots, practicing law since graduating from Stetson University College of Law. Specializes in estate planning and elder law, combining legal expertise with personal understanding of local family needs.
Ian MacLean
Associate Attorney
Florida native and Stetson University College of Law graduate focusing on elder law. Brings local perspective to senior legal matters while maintaining active community involvement through Englewood events.
Chelsea Stickley
Administrative Assistant
Sarasota-born marketing professional managing office operations. Balances legal practice administration with family life, leveraging communications expertise to enhance client service delivery across two Florida communities.
Skyelar Merlo
Paralegal
Certified paralegal since 2018 with advanced training from State College of Florida. Manages legal documentation and client communications while maintaining operational efficiency in estate and elder law matters.
Waffles
Customer Service Expert
Office therapy dog providing emotional support to clients and staff. Enhances workplace atmosphere with friendly greetings while maintaining professional decorum during client interactions.
Questions
What areas of law does Stickley Law Office specialize in?
We focus on estate planning, probate and trust administration, and elder law services tailored to Florida families' needs.
How does the estate planning process work?
We begin with a consultation to understand your goals, then create customized wills, trusts, and powers of attorney that protect your assets and wishes.
Do you serve clients outside Englewood?
Yes, we serve clients throughout Southwest Florida including Sarasota, Manatee, Charlotte, and DeSoto counties.
What payment methods do you accept?
We offer secure online payments and accept major credit cards for legal services rendered.
Can I schedule a consultation?
Yes, we offer initial consultations to discuss your legal needs and develop personalized solutions for your family.
