The Vital Role Of An Estate Planning Lawyer In life's intricate tapestry, there's a thread that binds us all: the need to plan for the future. Amidst the hustle and bustle of everyday life, it's easy to overlook the importance of estate planning. Yet, crafting a comprehensive estate plan is...
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25 Years of Estate Planning Experience
Attorney Morton has been creating comprehensive estate plans for families for almost 25 years. He brings that extensive legal knowledge and experience to every client. You can feel confident knowing that the plans you put in place will provide for your family when you are no longer here.
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Extensive Knowledge On Probate Matters
Our firm is here to guide you through the probate process and assist with settling debts of the estate, legal accounting reports, distributing assets to beneficiaries, and any other legal issues that may arise during probate.
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Help Resolving Estate Disputes
With his extensive litigation experience, attorney Morton helps family members in situations where they believe their loved one’s will is invalid. Our firm provides legal assistance in cases where an executor has failed to live up to their fiduciary duties and uphold the decedent’s wishes.
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Matthew D. Morton
Tampa Estate Planning & Probate Lawyer
Attorney Matthew D. Morton has been providing Florida families with estate planning guidance since 2000.
Attorney Morton has extensive experience in all steps of the estate planning process. He’s experienced with creating and litigating wills, trusts, power of attorneys, living wills, probate, real estate transactions and more.
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Calulo O.Matt is an amazing lawyer. He is consistently looking for the best option to benefit his clients, in addition he takes the time to review the case carefully, he ensures you consider every option and consistently communicates about any change or new approach. I know he will be extremely successful, so glad I can give this advice to any of my friends if you are in search of an outstanding lawyer. He helped me on every step of issues with our pool builder.
Jay W.Matthew is very knowledgeable and thorough when it came to our estate planning. He asked us the right questions, the ones we had not thought of to give the best information on making sure all aspects of our estate planning are covered – from financial accounts to real estate to wills to trusts and medical documents insuring that we have everything in place when it is needed. I would highly recommend him for any and all estate planning needs.
Nicholas C.I was to be deposed regarding a case that I was party to. It was great to have M. Morton walk me through prep and what I was required, by law, to do (and not extra and what I could try to say no to).
Even in something where I was neither plaintive nor defendant it definitely seemed like the system was trying to get me. Was great to have knowledgeable representation and a good person on my side.
J SchellAbove and beyond customer service! They are basically my go to for everything now. Matthew helped me set up my LLC for real estate investing and continues to guide me through the most protective structures of the LLCs. I also use Morton Law Firm for all my real estate questions/hiccups/planning etc. You get the best of the best with Morton Law – incredibly knowledgeable and responsive.
Paul D.Mathew helped me a great deal navigating the complicated process of my fathers estate, his expertise in dealing with real-estate laws and Probate Court in the state of Fla. made this much easier then I ever would have dreamed! HIGHLY RECOMMEND!
Lindsey B.Highly recommend! Matthew Morton was fantastic to work with. He was friendly, professional, and incredibly knowledgeable. I cannot recommend working with him enough.
Jon T.Matthew is honest, straightforward, and very easy to work with. He’s our go-to when we need any kind of legal advisement!
Justin B.Matthew was detailed, fast, and efficient with my project. He was a pleasure to work with and I would recommend him to anyone looking for a trustworthy and detail-oriented estate attorney.
Jennifer G.I have sent several clients to Matthew for estate planning. They all had positive experiences. I have also utilized his services personally and I appreciate his prompt replies & turn around time on creating documents.
Jane S.Attorney Matthew Morton is amazing. No wait time, he responds to any contacts or questions immediately, and I would recommend him to anyone. He is easily the best attorney I have ever worked with for any legal issues.
Laura S.Matthew Morton is patient, kind, understanding and really goes above and beyond to make sure that you are taken care of like family. I never hesitate to refer friends and family to Matthew when they are also in need of his services because I trust that he will also give them the best standard of service possible. Highly recommend!
Nicholas C.I was to be deposed regarding a case that I was party to. It was great to have M. Morton walk me through prep and what I was required, by law, to do (and not extra and what I could try to say no to).
Even in something where I was neither plaintive nor defendant it definitely seemed like the system was trying to get me. Was great to have knowledgeable representation and a good person on my side.
Taylor C.The attorneys at Morton Law Firm LLC demonstrated a high level of expertise and knowledge in their respective fields. They were attentive, responsive, and provided me with sound legal advice throughout the entire process. I felt confident that I was in capable hands, and their attention to detail gave me peace of mind.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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The primary advantage of having an estate plan is to ensure your wishes regarding the distribution of your assets are met after your death. It also minimizes potential stress on your loved ones, who otherwise might have to resolve estate issues during an emotionally challenging time. Furthermore, a well-prepared estate plan can potentially lessen estate taxes and avoid probate, a time-consuming and expensive court process.
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The probate process involves settling a deceased person’s estate. This includes validating the will if there is one, appraising the deceased’s property, paying debts and taxes, and distributing the remaining property as the will (or state law, if there’s no will) directs. Although the process can be complex and time-consuming, having a proficient attorney can help simplify the process and alleviate associated stresses.
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A power of attorney (POA) is a legal document that lets you appoint a person or organization to manage your affairs if you’re unable to do so. This could be due to a physical condition, mental illness, or even a lengthy absence. The appointed person (the “agent”) can handle financial and legal matters, health decisions, or both, depending on the type of POA. Having one in place offers peace of mind knowing your affairs will be properly managed in your absence or incapacity.
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While both are estate planning tools, a will is a document that outlines how your assets should be distributed upon death. A trust, on the other hand, can take effect during your lifetime and continue after death. Assets in a trust can bypass probate, while a will must go through the probate process.
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A Detailed Guide To The Probate Process
A Detailed Guide To The Probate Process Losing a loved one is undoubtedly a difficult experience, and dealing with the legal process of probate can add to the stress during an already emotional time. However, understanding the probate process step by step can help alleviate some of the confusion and...
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What An Estate Planning Lawyer Does
What An Estate Planning Lawyer Does In the labyrinth of life's uncertainties, one aspect that often gets relegated to the sidelines is estate planning. Yet, crafting a comprehensive estate plan is an essential step towards securing the future for yourself and your loved ones. And who better to guide you...
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