Business Details
13 Years
experience
Trusted Florida Probate & Estate Planning Lawyers in Delray Beach
The Law Offices of Christopher P. Taylor is a boutique law firm based in Delray Beach, FL, specializing in Florida estate planning, probate, trust administration, and guardianship matters. Founded by Christopher P. Taylor, a seasoned attorney with over 15 years of experience in probate and trust litigation, the firm combines deep legal expertise with personalized client service. Mr. Taylors background includes extensive courtroom experience from his time as an Assistant Public Defender and civil litigation attorney, which informs his strategic approach to resolving complex estate disputes. The firm prioritizes client education, emphasizing the importance of thorough estate planning to avoid costly litigation and family conflicts. Services include will contests, trust reformation, fiduciary disputes, elective share claims, and guardianship proceedings, with a focus on South Floridas unique legal landscape.Mr. Taylors commitment to pre-suit settlements and mediation helps clients minimize expenses while preserving relationships. Active in professional organizations like the Florida Bar, the firm stays at the forefront of evolving probate laws. A free one-hour consultation is offered to help clients navigate their specific needs. With offices near the South Palm Beach County Courthouse, the firm serves Miami-Dade, Broward, and Palm Beach Counties. Its mission is to provide compassionate, experienced counsel to protect clients legacies and resolve disputes efficiently.
Services
Estate Planning
Probate Administration
Trust Administration
Guardianships
Will Contests
Trust Reformation
Fiduciary Disputes
Elective Share Claims
Guardianship Litigation
Inheritance Disputes
Details
- Year established: 2013
Highlights and features
- We offer over 15 years of specialized experience in Florida probate and trust litigation.
- Our team provides personalized, goal-oriented representation tailored to South Floridas legal landscape.
- We prioritize pre-suit settlements to minimize costs and preserve family relationships.
- Our founder has handled over 100 estate and trust-related disputes with courtroom expertise.
- We focus exclusively on estate planning, probate, and guardianship matters in South Florida.
Services
Estate Planning
Comprehensive estate planning services ensure your assets are distributed according to your wishes while minimizing tax liabilities. Our firm drafts customized wills, trusts, and advanced directives tailored to individual and family needs. We emphasize clarity and legal precision to prevent future disputes.
Probate Administration
Guiding personal representatives through Floridas probate process, we handle asset inventory, debt settlement, and distribution of estates. Our expertise streamlines both contested and uncontested cases, ensuring compliance with state laws and efficient resolution of creditor claims.
Trust Administration
We assist trustees in managing and distributing trust assets, including complex entities like family partnerships and LLCs. Services cover trust funding, tax compliance, and resolving disputes over fiduciary duties to protect beneficiaries interests.
Guardianships
Our firm establishes guardianships for minors and incapacitated adults, navigating court requirements for emergency, limited, or plenary guardians. We advocate for clients rights in incapacity determinations and guardianship modifications.
Probate Litigation
Resolving will contests, fiduciary breaches, and inheritance conflicts, we represent beneficiaries and fiduciaries in mediation and litigation. Our approach balances aggressive advocacy with cost-effective strategies to protect client interests in emotionally charged cases.
People
Christopher P. Taylor
Founding Member & Managing Partner
Christopher P. Taylor is a Florida Bar-certified attorney with over 15 years of experience in probate, trust, and guardianship law. A former Assistant Public Defender, he specializes in estate litigation and planning, serving South Florida clients from his Delray Beach office.
Questions
What services does your firm specialize in?
We focus on Florida estate planning, probate administration, trust litigation, guardianships, and will contests. Our expertise covers both preventive planning and dispute resolution.
How can I avoid probate disputes?
Proper estate planning with customized wills and trusts minimizes ambiguity. Our firm educates clients on strategies to ensure clear asset distribution and reduce family conflicts.
Do you offer free consultations?
Yes, we provide a free one-hour consultation to discuss your probate, trust, or guardianship concerns and develop a tailored strategy.
What areas do you serve?
We serve Miami-Dade, Broward, and Palm Beach Counties, with offices conveniently located near the South Palm Beach County Courthouse in Delray Beach.
How are attorney fees determined for probate cases?
Fees follow Florida statutes and case complexity. We prioritize transparency and discuss costs upfront during your initial consultation to ensure clarity.
