Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Estate Planning Attorneys in St. Petersburg
For over six decades, Fisher & Wilsey, P.A has provided St. Petersburg and Tampa Bay residents with comprehensive legal solutions in estate planning, probate, elder law, real estate, and business law. Our multi-generational family firm combines deep local knowledge with specialized expertise to deliver personalized strategies tailored to each client's unique needs. With a focus on practical advice and skilled representation, we guide families through complex legal matters while maintaining a commitment to compassionate service. Our attorneys bring decades of combined experience in navigating Florida's legal landscape, ensuring clients receive strategic counsel that protects their assets, honors their wishes, and minimizes future complications.We maintain rigorous professional standards through continuous engagement with evolving legal frameworks, particularly in estate planning and trust administration. Our practice emphasizes transparency in communication, ethical conduct in all dealings, and a proactive approach to anticipating clients' long-term needs.
Services
Estate Planning
Probate Administration
Trust Administration
Elder Law
Real Estate Law
Business Law
Wills
Trusts
Probate Litigation
Medicaid Planning
Details
- Year established: 1962
Highlights and features
- We offer 60+ years of combined experience in Florida estate law
- Our multi-generational family firm understands local business culture
- We provide personalized service designed to get results
- Our team includes a certified public accountant for tax expertise
- We handle complex estate and trust administration matters
What people say
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Services
Estate Planning
Our estate planning services help clients protect assets and ensure their wishes are honored through customized wills, trusts, and advanced directives. We guide families in creating comprehensive plans that minimize tax liabilities while providing clear instructions for asset distribution. Our attorneys combine legal expertise with personalized strategies to address each client's unique family and financial situation.
Probate Administration
We assist personal representatives in navigating Florida's probate process, handling asset identification, debt settlement, and distribution according to legal requirements. Our team provides guidance for both formal and summary administrations while minimizing delays and disputes. With decades of experience, we help families efficiently complete the legal transfer of assets while maintaining compliance with court requirements.
Trust Administration
Our trust administration services guide trustees through complex responsibilities including asset identification, tax compliance, and beneficiary communications. We provide practical solutions for managing diverse assets while ensuring adherence to trust terms and legal obligations. Our attorneys help trustees fulfill their fiduciary duties while minimizing potential disputes among beneficiaries.
Elder Law
We help clients address aging-related legal concerns including Medicaid planning, long-term care strategies, and asset protection. Our elder law services focus on preserving independence while preparing for future healthcare needs. We assist families in navigating complex government benefit programs while protecting clients' financial security and personal autonomy.
Business Law
Our business law practice supports entrepreneurs through entity formation, contract review, and succession planning. We help business owners protect personal assets while minimizing tax obligations. From startup guidance to complex transactional matters, our attorneys provide strategic legal counsel tailored to each client's industry and growth objectives.
People
David F. Wilsey
Attorney
David F. Wilsey assists clients with estate planning and business law matters, drawing on decades of legal experience to provide practical solutions for asset protection and business succession planning.
Steven M. Wilsey
Attorney
Steven M. Wilsey combines legal expertise with certified public accounting credentials to offer comprehensive estate planning and tax strategies for individuals and businesses in the Tampa Bay area.
Abigail W. Bahr
Attorney
Abigail W. Bahr focuses on estate planning and elder law, helping clients create customized solutions for long-term care planning and Medicaid eligibility while maintaining a compassionate approach to client service.
Chase L. Wilsey
Attorney
Chase L. Wilsey assists clients with probate administration and trust matters, applying his legal knowledge to help families navigate complex estate settlement processes efficiently and effectively.
George F. Wilsey
Attorney
George F. Wilsey provides legal counsel in real estate and business law, leveraging multi-generational experience to guide clients through property transactions and corporate matters in the St. Petersburg area.
Questions
What is estate planning and why is it important?
Estate planning involves creating legal documents to manage your assets during life and distribute them after death. It ensures your wishes are followed, minimizes family disputes, and reduces tax liabilities through proper planning.
How does probate work in Florida?
Florida probate involves court-supervised asset distribution, debt settlement, and will validation. The process varies between formal administration for larger estates and summary administration for smaller estates valued under $75,000.
What are the benefits of creating a trust?
Trusts provide asset protection, tax benefits, and probate avoidance. They allow controlled distribution of assets according to your specifications while maintaining privacy compared to public will proceedings.
How can elder law services help seniors?
Elder law services address Medicaid planning, long-term care strategies, and asset protection for seniors. We help clients qualify for government benefits while preserving financial security and independence.
What business law services do you offer?
We provide entity formation, contract review, tax planning, and succession strategies for businesses. Our services help protect personal assets and ensure smooth business transitions across generations.
How do I start the estate planning process?
Begin by scheduling a consultation to discuss your goals. We'll assess your assets, family situation, and wishes to create customized documents including wills, trusts, and healthcare directives.
