Estate Planning Attorney in
Miami —
Hablamos Español
Serving Hispanic families in Miami, Coral Gables, Hialeah, Doral, Kendall, Brickell and all of Miami-Dade and Broward counties with wills, trusts and complete estate planning.
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- Hablamos Español
- Serving All of South Florida
- Award-Winning Team
- Integrated Business Planning
- Asset Protection
Bilingual Estate Planning Attorney in Miami
For many Hispanic families in Miami, Coral Gables, Brickell, and Miami-Dade County, estate planning is a conversation that deserves to be done in Spanish — with a legal team that understands not only the language, but also the concerns and values that define Latino families.
At JM Legacy Law, our legal team works directly with Spanish-speaking families throughout South Florida to create estate plans that protect their assets, honor their wishes, and care for their loved ones. Whether you own a home in Miami Shores, an investment in Brickell, a business in the Doral area, or assets in your home country, your estate plan should reflect the full scope of your situation.
Florida law has specific requirements for a will, trust, or power of attorney to be valid. A generic online form, even if well translated into Spanish, does not guarantee compliance with these requirements. An error in these documents can render them legally invalid at the most crucial moment.
Estate Planning Services For Pinecrest Clients:
- Last Will & Testament — who inherits, who is the executor, who raises your children
- Revocable Trust — avoids the probate process and keeps your affairs private
- Durable Power of Attorney — designates someone to manage your finances if you become incapacitated
- Designation of Health Care Surrogate — authorizes medical decisions on your behalf
- Living Will — documents your wishes regarding medical treatment at the end of life or medical emergencies
- HIPAA Authorization — allows your representative to access your medical information
- Asset Protection and Business Integration – coordination with your LLC or business partnership interests
Why Most Miami Families Need a Trust, Not Just a Will
A will must go through the probate process in the Miami-Dade County Circuit Court. This process has important consequences that many families are unaware of until it’s too late.
Their assets go through the court — a process that takes between 9 and 18 months
Your will becomes a public record that anyone can consult.
Legal fees are calculated on the gross value of the estate (before debts).
A trust avoids all of this — your assets are transferred directly and privately
The trust also works if you become incapacitated during your lifetime
Disability Planning: Protect Your Family Now
In Florida, if an adult becomes incapacitated without proper family planning documents, their family may not have immediate legal authority to act on their behalf. This means that even an adult spouse or child may be forced to initiate guardianship proceedings to manage their bank accounts, pay bills, or make medical decisions.
The guardianship process in Miami-Dade County can cost thousands of dollars and take several months—all at a time when your family is already facing the stress of a medical emergency. With a properly drafted durable power of attorney and health care representative designation, your family can act immediately—no court, no additional costs, no delays.
Serving the Hispanic Community of Miami and South Florida
JM Legacy Law serves families throughout Miami’s Hispanic community: from Little Havana and Hialeah to Coral Gables, Brickell, Coconut Grove, and Key Biscayne. We also serve families in Doral, Kendall, Homestead, Miami Gardens, and throughout Broward and Miami-Dade counties. We offer convenient consultations in both English and Spanish.
Our Family Estate Planning Services in Miami
Testament (Last Will & Testament)
A will valid under Florida law that specifies how to distribute your assets, designates your executor, and names the guardian of your minor children.
Revocable Lifetime Trust
A private structure that keeps its assets out of the judicial probate process and transfers them directly to its beneficiaries according to its instructions.
Durable Power of Attorney
Appoint a person you trust to manage your finances and legal affairs if you become incapacitated, preventing the need for a judicial guardianship process.
Designation of Health Representative
It authorizes your designated representative to make medical decisions on your behalf, along with a living will that documents your end-of-life wishes.
Planning for Business Owners
Integrated plans for Hispanic entrepreneurs in Miami that coordinate personal wealth planning with business succession and asset protection.
Review of Existing Documents
We review and evaluate existing estate planning documents you have in place and provide recommendations on changes to Florida law so you can update them if needed.
Our Process is Simple
1
Free Initial Consultation
A 30-minute consultation call in English or Spanish to understand your goals and determine what documents you need.
2
Client Questionnaire
We will send you an electronic Client Questionnaire to begin completing, so we have the information we need.
3
Drafting Your Documents
Your documents are drafted, reviewed, and prepared.
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4
Zoom Review Meeting
You will review the document drafts together with your attorney, and discuss any questions or changes you may have before finalizing your documents.
5
Signing Ceremony & Portfolio
The documents are signed with the witnesses and notary required by Florida law. We coordinate all the details and you leave with your Portfolio in-hand the same day!
Frequently Asked Questions
What is estate planning and why do I need it in Florida?
Estate planning is the legal process by which you organize your assets and documents to protect your family during your life and after your death. In Florida, without a proper estate plan, the state decides who inherits your assets, who cares for your minor children, and who makes medical decisions for you. A comprehensive plan includes a will, a revocable trust, a durable power of attorney, and the appointment of a health care representative.
Do I need a lawyer to do my estate planning in Miami?
Estate planning documents must comply with specific requirements under Florida law—including witnesses, notarization, and precise legal language. A mistake in the signature or wording can invalidate the entire document. Working with a Spanish-speaking legal team ensures you fully understand each document before signing it.
Can I do my estate planning virtually?
Yes. JM Legacy Law offers fully virtual estate planning consultations and services for clients in Miami, Coral Gables, Brickell, and throughout South Florida. The initial consultation, plan design session, and document review can all be conducted via video conference. Many of our Miami clients complete their entire plan without ever visiting the office in person.
What documents do I need to protect my children if something happens to me?
To protect your minor children in Florida, you need: a will that designates a legal guardian; a trust that controls when and how your children receive assets; a durable power of attorney so someone can manage your financial affairs; and a health care representative designation. JM Legacy Law creates these documents as part of a comprehensive family plan.
What is the difference between a will and a living trust in Florida?
A will must go through probate proceedings in Miami-Dade County, which can take 9 to 18 months, and the records are public. A disqualifying trust transfers your assets directly to your beneficiaries without court intervention, keeping your affairs private. For most Miami families with real estate or investment accounts, a trust offers significantly greater protection.
How much does it cost to create a complete estate plan with JM Legacy Law?
JM Legacy Law uses fixed pricing whenever possible, so you know the exact cost before we begin any work. The cost varies depending on the complexity of your case. We discuss pricing transparently during your free initial consultation. There are no hidden fees or billing surprises.
What happens if I die without a will or trust in Florida?
Dying without estate planning documents in Florida is called dying intestate. In that case, Florida’s intestate succession law determines who receives your assets according to a fixed hierarchy of relatives. Your assets must go through probate court, your financial affairs become public record, and your family may face months of legal proceedings. If you have minor children, the court will appoint a guardian if you haven’t previously designated one.
Does JM Legacy Law serve families of Cuban, Colombian, Venezuelan, and other Latin American origin in Spanish?
Yes. JM Legacy Law serves families from across Latin America and the Caribbean in South Florida, including families of Cuban, Colombian, Venezuelan, Argentinian, Mexican, Nicaraguan, Dominican, and many other origins. We understand the cultural nuances and specific concerns of immigrant families, including planning for assets abroad and the importance of keeping family matters private.