Business Details
Your Trusted Bankruptcy and Elder Law Attorney in Fort Walton Beach
Tracy O. Strom, P.A. has provided compassionate and expert legal representation since 1991, specializing in bankruptcy law, elder law, guardianships, probate, and estate planning. As the only Board Certified Elder Law attorney in the Tri-County area, our firm prioritizes personalized attention to address the emotional and legal complexities clients face. With deep roots in the community, we serve clients across the Florida Panhandle, Gulf Coast, and Northwest Florida. Our practice combines extensive experience with a commitment to protecting clients' assets and futures through Chapter 7 and 13 bankruptcy proceedings, Medicaid planning, and comprehensive estate administration. We maintain active memberships in prestigious legal organizations, including the National Association of Elder Law Attorneys and the Academy of Florida Elder Law Attorneys.Our team understands the challenges individuals face when seeking legal solutions for financial distress or elder care planning. We provide clear guidance through complex legal processes while maintaining the highest standards of professional ethics and client communication. Our office handles all aspects of bankruptcy proceedings, guardianship petitions, and probate administration with sensitivity and efficiency. Clients benefit from our attorney's dual expertise as both a bankruptcy specialist and elder law authority, ensuring holistic solutions for families navigating legal challenges.
Services
Bankruptcy
Elder Law
Guardianships
Probate
Wills
Chapter 7
Chapter 13
Estate Planning
Medicaid Planning
Asset Protection
Highlights and features
- We offer Board Certified Elder Law expertise since 2004
- Our team provides personalized attention to complex legal matters
- We serve clients across 4 Florida counties with local knowledge
- Our attorney has 30+ years of legal experience since 1991
- We maintain active membership in national elder law organizations
Associations and certifications
- Florida Bar
Services
Chapter 7 Bankruptcy
Chapter 7 Bankruptcy provides debt relief for individuals unable to pay living expenses. This process allows debtors to retain essential assets while eliminating qualifying debts. Our firm guides clients through asset protection strategies and discharge processes within 3-4 months.
Chapter 13 Bankruptcy
Chapter 13 Bankruptcy offers debt consolidation for individuals with repayment capacity. This 3-5 year plan helps clients retain property while restructuring debts. We assist with payment plan calculations and mortgage arrears management throughout the process.
Elder Law
Elder Law services protect seniors' assets and future care preferences. Our practice covers Medicaid planning, guardianships, and advance directives. We help families navigate complex legal issues related to aging and long-term care needs.
Probate Administration
Probate Administration transfers deceased assets to rightful heirs. We handle both summary and formal administrations, guiding executors through estate inventory, debt settlement, and property distribution according to wills or state law.
Guardianships
Guardianship services establish legal authority for decision-making when individuals cannot manage their affairs. We handle emergency, plenary, and voluntary guardianships for minors and adults with disabilities across multiple Florida counties.
People
Tracy O. Strom
Attorney
Board Certified Elder Law attorney since 2004 with 30+ years of legal experience. Graduated from Florida State University College of Law and University of Florida. Serves as Past President of Northern District Florida Bankruptcy Bar Association.
Questions
What bankruptcy options exist for Florida residents?
We handle Chapter 7 liquidation and Chapter 13 reorganization bankruptcies. Our attorney will evaluate your financial situation to determine which option best protects your assets while providing debt relief.
How does elder law protect senior citizens?
Elder law covers Medicaid planning, guardianships, and advance directives. Our Board Certified practice helps protect assets, establish care preferences, and create legal frameworks for future healthcare and financial decisions.
What happens during probate administration?
Probate transfers deceased assets to heirs through inventory, debt settlement, and property distribution. We handle both summary and formal administrations, ensuring compliance with Florida estate laws and proper execution of wills.
Can I keep my home during bankruptcy?
Chapter 13 allows mortgage arrears repayment while retaining property. Chapter 7 may permit keeping homes with current payments. Our attorney will analyze your specific circumstances to determine the best approach.
What guardianship types exist in Florida?
Florida recognizes emergency, plenary, limited, voluntary, guardian advocacy, and minor guardianships. Our firm assists with establishing appropriate legal frameworks for decision-making authority based on individual needs and circumstances.
