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As featured in the Public Broadcasting Network Series "Lawrence Fishburne's Behind the Scenes" on Estate Planning in 2021

As featured in the Public Broadcasting Network Series "Lawrence Fishburne's Behind the Scenes" on Estate Planning in 2021

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Miami Estate Planning, Trusts & Probate Law Firm

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“Our Family has used Mr. Silverman’s services and advice several times for our estate planning needs. Each time we have been very satisfied with his services. He is professional, smart and fair.”

— Gary S

“Your preparations sent out in your recent newsletter for seeing clients as we re-open our economy are typical of the excellent attention to detail that your legal work shows. Look forward to continued great service from your practice.”

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“As someone who has known and has been a client of Steven Silverman for some 30+ years. He is done work for our family over the years on our estate plans and documents. If you need assistance with estate planning, I highly recommend that you contact him to see how he can be of service to you.”

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Experience


Steven Silverman P.A. has assisted individuals and families throughout Miami, Florida for more than 35 years.

Local


A long-term Miami resident, Attorney Steven Silverman is familiar with our South Florida community and passionate about the community.

Award-Winning


For over 20 consecutive years, Steven Silverman has been named an AV Preeminent-Rated Attorney by Martindale-Hubbell, the highest rating an attorney can receive.

Secure


Our most valuable asset is our clients’ confidence that their legal matters are confidential and secure. We maintain this trust implementing the highest security standards for your privileged information.

Efficient


We do quality work, and we do it on a schedule and to our clients’ satisfaction. These are the fundamentals of a collaborative practice and important values of our legal work.

Convenient


To better serve our clients, and to keep them safe, we offer remote meetings and telephone conferences.

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"My job allows me to accomplish something for people that you don't always get to do in other areas of law."

– Steven Silverman, Esq.

Meet Attorney Steven Silverman

Steven Silverman is an estate planning and business lawyer with decades of experience, knowledge and resources to fully support your family’s legal needs. Steven has received numerous honors throughout his career, including being ranked by other attorneys and Martindale-Hubbell as an AV Preeminent Attorney for the last 24 consecutive years.

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FAQ


What is estate planning?

A proper estate plan involves strategies to minimize potential estate taxes and settlement costs as well as to coordinate what would happen with your home, your investments, your business, your life insurance, your employee benefits (such as a 401K plan), and other property in the event of death or disability. A good estate plan should include directions to carry out your wishes regarding health care matters, so that if you ever are unable to give the directions yourself, someone you know and trust can do that for you.

What is Probate and why does everyone want to avoid it?

When a loved one passes away, his or her estate often goes through a court-managed process called probate or estate administration where the assets of the deceased are managed and distributed. If your loved one owned his or her assets through a properly drafted and funded Living Trust, it is likely that no court-managed administration is necessary, though the successor trustee needs to administer the distribution of the deceased. The length of time needed to complete probate of an estate depends on the size and complexity of the estate as well as the rules and schedule of the local probate court.

What are the advantages of having a Living Trust?

Like a will, a Living Trust is a legal document that provides for the management and distribution of your assets after you pass away. However, a Living Trust has certain advantages when compared to a will. A Living Trust allows for the immediate transfer of assets after death without court interference. It also allows for the management of your affairs in case of incapacity, without the need for a guardianship or conservatorship process. With a properly funded Living Trust, there is no need to undergo a potentially expensive and time consuming public probate process. In short, a well thought out estate plan using a Living Trust can provide your loved ones with the ability to administer your estate privately, with more flexibility and in an efficient and low-cost manner.