Business Details
15 Years
experience
Trusted Estate Planning & Tax Law Services in Sarasota, FL
Founded in 2011, the Silberstein Law Firm, PLLC has built upon over 36 years of legal expertise in estate planning, tax law, and business transactions. Our founder, David M. Silberstein, holds dual Florida Bar Board Certifications in Tax Law and Wills, Trusts & Estates, establishing our firm as a trusted authority in these specialized fields. With offices in Sarasota and Lakewood Ranch, we serve clients across Florida, offering personalized legal solutions for personal and business life-cycle events. Our practice encompasses estate planning, probate administration, corporate law, real estate transactions, and probate litigation, supported by a team with decades of collective experience.We maintain an AV-rating from Martindale Hubbell and collaborate with clients' financial advisors to ensure comprehensive planning. Our boutique approach allows focused attention on each client's unique goals, emphasizing timely service and empathetic representation. We provide strategic advice for wealth transfer, business succession, and tax minimization, while assisting with complex probate disputes and alternative dispute resolution. Our attorneys are recognized as Florida Super Lawyers and Florida Trend Legal Elite honorees, underscoring our commitment to excellence. We operate two accessible offices and maintain affiliations with other professionals to best serve client needs.
Services
Estate Planning
Probate Administration
Tax Planning
Business Law
Real Estate Transactions
Probate Litigation
Trust Administration
Wealth Transfer Planning
Corporate Law
Alternative Dispute Resolution
Details
- Year established: 2011
Highlights and features
- We offer 36 years of combined legal experience with dual Florida Bar specializations
- Our founder has been recognized as a Florida Super Lawyer since 2006
- We provide personalized service with deep understanding of client goals
- We maintain an AV-rating from Martindale Hubbell for ethical and professional excellence
- Our team collaborates with financial advisors to create comprehensive legal strategies
Associations and certifications
- Florida Bar Board Certified Tax Attorney
- Florida Bar Board Certified Wills, Trusts & Estates Attorney
- Martindale Hubbell AV-Rated
Services
Estate Planning
Our estate planning services help clients structure their assets for efficient transfer during life and after death. We create customized wills, trusts, and advanced directives to meet specific family and financial goals. Our certified attorneys provide tax-efficient strategies for wealth preservation across generations.
Probate Administration
We guide executors and beneficiaries through Florida's probate process with expert legal representation. Our services include estate inventory, debt settlement, tax filings, and asset distribution. We handle both simple and complex probate matters with efficiency and compassionate client support.
Tax Planning
Our dual-certified tax attorneys develop strategies to minimize estate, gift, and income tax liabilities. We advise on tax-efficient business structures, charitable giving, and wealth transfer techniques. Our planning considers both current regulations and potential legislative changes affecting client assets.
Business Law
We assist businesses with entity formation, contract drafting, and transactional matters. Our services cover mergers, acquisitions, partnership agreements, and succession planning. We provide tax-advantaged structures for business owners across various industries.
Probate Litigation
Our firm represents clients in contested probate matters including will challenges and trust disputes. We handle claims of undue influence, estate administration conflicts, and fiduciary responsibility issues. We pursue resolution through litigation and alternative dispute resolution methods.
People
David M. Silberstein
Attorney
Founder of Silberstein Law Firm with 36 years of legal experience. Dual Florida Bar Certified in Tax Law and Wills, Trusts & Estates. Recognized as Florida Super Lawyer since 2006 and Florida Trend Legal Elite honoree.
Questions
What areas of law does Silberstein Law Firm specialize in?
We specialize in estate planning, probate administration, tax law, business transactions, and probate litigation. Our attorneys hold dual Florida Bar certifications in Tax Law and Wills, Trusts & Estates.
How long has the firm been in operation?
The firm was founded in 2011 by David M. Silberstein, who has practiced law for over 36 years with dual Florida Bar certifications.
What geographic areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Sarasota, Bradenton, Lakewood Ranch, Tampa, and Naples areas from our two Florida offices located in Sarasota and Lakewood Ranch.
What makes your firm different from other law practices?
Our boutique approach combines dual-certified legal expertise with personalized service. We maintain an AV-rating from Martindale Hubbell and collaborate with financial professionals for comprehensive client solutions.
Do you offer consultations for new clients?
Yes, we offer consultations at both our Sarasota and Lakewood Ranch offices. Please contact us at 941.953.4400 to schedule an appointment.
