Samantha Fitzgerald
Estate Planning and Probate & Trust Administration
Experience:
26 years
Samantha Fitzgerald | Plantation Wills & Probate Lawyer
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About Samantha
I was born and raised on Long Island, New York and I moved to Florida over 20 years ago. I currently live in Plantation Florida with my husband and two children. Prior to starting my own firm in early 2011, I was a partner at a Fowler White Burnett for over 10 years in both its Fort Lauderdale and Miami offices. Community involvement is very important and I support various volunteer based organizations in Broward County as well as being involved in my children's school and PTA organization.
Fees are determined on a case by case situation. Some cases are handled on a flat fee basis and some are billed hourly.
Experience
Attorney/Owner
Law Offices of Samantha J. Fitzgerald
2011 - Present
Plantation, FL
Attorney/Shareholder
Fowler White Burnett P.A.
2001 - 2011
Fort Lauderdale, FL
Associate
Hugh L. Koerner, P.A.
1998 - 2001
Fort Lauderdale, FL
Admission
U.S. District Court Southern District of Florida
2000
U.S. Tax Court
2000
Florida
1999
Education
University of Miami School of Law
LL.M. (Tax)
2000
Nova Southeastern University - Shepard Broad Law Center
Juris Doctor (Law)
1999
Palm Beach Atlantic College
B.S. (Accounting)
1996
Recognitions & Achievements
Associations
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The Florida Bar, Real Property, Probate and Trust Law Section, and Tax Section
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Broward County Bar Association
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Florida Lawyer's Network
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Joe DiMaggio Children's Hospital Foundation/Memorial-Foundation Audit Committee,2011-2013
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Leadership Fort Lauderdale, Class XV,2009
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Plantation Junior Woman's Club, Board of Directors2007-2012
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Peters Elementary PTA Board, current, President current2012 / 2013
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Take Stock in Children Mentor, current2011
Honors / Awards
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AV Preeminent Peer Review Rated,&#;Martindale-Hubbell8232
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Florida Trend Legal Elite2011 / 2013 / 2014 / 2015
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Florida Supers Lawyersand2010 / 2011 / 2012 / 2013 / 2014 / 2015
Questions & Answers
Please describe a case in the last year or two where you made a big difference.
Last year I took over the representation of a personal representative in a probate administration. Prior to my involvement, there was a lot of adversity between the personal representative and the decedent's children. I was able to facilitate a resolution and the timely closing of the probate administration.
How did you build a successful practice?
I care about my clients and their cases, and I believe that is evident in my work product and relationships. I surround myself with quality professionals whom I know will give my clients the same level of care that I do.
What should clients look for in a lawyer?
This depends on the type of case. Certainly, the lawyer should be knowledgeable in the particular field of law. But knowing the law doesn't make someone a good lawyer. A good lawyer is organized, professional to other lawyers and responsive.
How important is local knowledge to the success of your cases?
Extremely important. Severe unintended consequences can result when an attorney is not familiar with local law.
What information can you provide in a free phone consultation?
It depends on the case.
What differentiates you from other lawyers in your community?
I have a tax background (CPA and LL.M degree), which helps me considerably in my practice. .
What is the most rewarding aspect of your job?
Helping people plan, which gives them peace of mind, and helping them navigate through the legal system after losing a loved one. My entire practice revolves around helping people.
What are your other interests in addition to law?
Most of my free time is spent with my children or exercising. We love to go camping.
Are you involved in your community?
Community involvement is very important to me. Currently, I am in my second term serving as PTA President of my kids elementary school. I am a mentor of an elementary school student and a high school student, and I serve on the City of Plantation's Educational Advisory Board. I am also very active in my kids extracurricular activities such as cub scouts and soccer.
Additional Info
Law Offices of Samantha J. Fitzgerald Highlights
Estate Planning, Wills & Probate, Tax
Firm Size:
1-5
Firm Locations:
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