Probate Lawyer Broward County | The Law Office of David M. Garten, Esq.
The Law Office of David M. Garten, Esq. extends its probate and estate litigation services to individuals, families, and financial institutions throughout Broward County. Attorney David M. Garten has more than 30 years of experience representing clients in all areas of probate litigation, trust contests, will disputes, guardianship proceedings, fiduciary litigation, and estate administration throughout South Florida — including Broward County communities such as Fort Lauderdale, Pompano Beach, Hollywood, Deerfield Beach, Coral Springs, and Plantation.
Broward County estates can involve complex asset structures, significant real estate holdings, and high-stakes family disputes. Attorney Garten has the trial experience, legal knowledge, and personal dedication to handle even the most demanding Broward County probate and estate matters with skill, precision, and determination. He personally handles every case from the first consultation through final resolution — giving every Broward County client the individual attention and committed representation their matter deserves.
Our Probate & Estate Legal Services in Broward County
The Law Office of David M. Garten, Esq. provides a full range of probate and estate litigation services to clients in Broward County and throughout South Florida. Here is an overview of how we can help Broward County clients:
Probate Attorney Broward County
Our probate attorney serves Broward County personal representatives, executors, and beneficiaries through the full Florida probate process in Broward County Circuit Court. We handle both formal and summary administration proceedings, ensuring every step complies with Florida law and the estate moves efficiently toward final closure and distribution. For official Florida probate information, visit floridacourts.gov.
Probate Litigation Attorney Broward County
When a Broward County probate matter becomes contested, Attorney Garten is ready to represent you. He handles all types of disputed probate proceedings in Broward County — executor misconduct, beneficiary conflicts, disputed accountings, and creditor disputes — preparing every case for trial from the outset to ensure clients are always positioned for the strongest possible outcome.
Trust Litigation Attorney Broward County
Our trust litigation attorney represents Broward County trustees and beneficiaries in disputes involving breach of fiduciary duty, improper trust distributions, trustee misconduct, and trust modification. We apply decades of Florida trust litigation experience to protect our clients’ interests throughout the Broward County court system. For consumer information on Florida trusts, visit floridabar.org.
Estate Litigation Lawyer Broward County
Our estate litigation lawyer handles complex estate disputes throughout Broward County with the experience and determination that high-stakes matters demand. Whether challenging a personal representative’s conduct, pursuing a financial elder abuse claim, or defending an estate against litigation, Attorney Garten brings more than 30 years of proven South Florida trial experience to every Broward County matter he handles.
Guardianship Attorney Broward County
Our guardianship attorney assists Broward County families in establishing, contesting, and modifying guardianships for incapacitated adults and minors. Attorney Garten is one of South Florida’s most experienced guardianship litigators and has handled hundreds of guardianship cases throughout Broward and Palm Beach Counties. For Florida guardianship and elder care resources, visit the Florida Department of Elder Affairs at elderaffairs.org.
Inheritance Dispute Lawyer Broward County
Our inheritance dispute lawyer represents Broward County heirs and beneficiaries whose rights have been violated, pursuing every available legal remedy to secure the inheritance our clients are rightfully owed — through negotiation, mediation, or aggressive courtroom litigation in Broward County Circuit Court.
Will Contest Attorney Broward County
Our will contest attorney represents Broward County clients challenging or defending the validity of wills on grounds including lack of testamentary capacity, undue influence, fraud, and improper execution, bringing decades of will contest litigation experience in South Florida courts to every case. For consumer information on Florida wills, visit floridabar.org.
Trust Contest Lawyer Broward County
Our trust contest lawyer represents Broward County clients who believe a trust was created through fraud, undue influence, or by a settlor lacking legal capacity, and defends legitimate trusts against unfounded challenge claims. Attorney Garten has litigated significant trust contests throughout South Florida involving substantial assets and brings that depth of experience to every Broward County matter he handles.
Fiduciary Litigation Attorney Broward County
Our fiduciary litigation attorney holds Broward County trustees, executors, and guardians accountable for breaches of their fiduciary duties — pursuing claims for self-dealing, unauthorized transfers, and failure to account — and working aggressively to recover misappropriated assets for affected beneficiaries and heirs throughout Broward County and South Florida.
Estate Administration Attorney Broward County
Our estate administration attorney assists Broward County personal representatives with all phases of estate administration, ensuring estates close efficiently in Broward County Circuit Court and protecting personal representatives from personal liability throughout the process. For probate court filing information in Broward County, visit browardclerk.org.
Probate Dispute Lawyer Broward County
Our probate dispute lawyer represents Broward County clients on all sides of contested probate proceedings — heirs, beneficiaries, personal representatives, and creditors — with the experience, skill, and determination to pursue the best possible outcome in every case we handle throughout Broward County and South Florida.
Probate Court Attorney Broward County
Our probate court attorney has experience in both Broward County Circuit Court and Palm Beach County Probate Court — a significant advantage for clients with matters that span both counties or involve parties in both jurisdictions. We know the rules, procedures, and judicial expectations in both court systems. For Broward County court locations and filing information, visit browardclerk.org.
Probate Trial Lawyer Broward County
When a Broward County probate or estate dispute requires a trial, Attorney Garten is prepared and ready to deliver. He is a proven South Florida trial lawyer who approaches every Broward County probate trial with thorough preparation, strategic thinking, and the forceful advocacy his clients need to achieve the best possible result in court.
Estate Lawsuit Attorney Broward County
Our estate lawsuit attorney handles civil actions arising from Broward County estate disputes — including tortious interference with inheritance, financial elder abuse, breach of fiduciary duty, and contested asset ownership — representing both plaintiffs and defendants with equal skill, preparation, and commitment to results-driven courtroom advocacy.
Why Broward County Families Choose The Law Office of David M. Garten, Esq.
Broward County residents and institutions choose Attorney David M. Garten for their probate and estate litigation needs because of his unique combination of experience, personal attention, and exclusive litigation focus:
- Dual County Court Experience — We are experienced in both Broward County Circuit Court and Palm Beach County Probate Court, giving clients a meaningful advantage in both jurisdictions.
- 30+ Years of South Florida Litigation — Attorney Garten has devoted his career to probate, trust, and guardianship litigation throughout South Florida including Broward County.
- Trial Lawyer, Not an Estate Planner — Our sole focus is litigating and winning contested probate and estate matters. We do not draft wills or create trusts.
- Personal Representation — Every Broward County client works directly with Attorney Garten from the first consultation through final resolution — not a junior associate or paralegal.
- Professional Referrals Welcome — We actively work with estate planners, CPAs, financial advisors, and trust officers throughout Broward County and welcome professional referrals.
Helpful Legal Resources for Broward County Probate Matters
We encourage Broward County clients and families to use these trusted legal resources to better understand Florida probate and estate law:
- Florida Courts — Official Florida court system self-help resources and probate information:
floridacourts.gov - The Florida Bar — Consumer resources on probate, wills, trusts, guardianship, and elder law:
floridabar.org - Broward County Clerk of Courts — Probate court filing information, case search, and courthouse locations in Broward County:
browardclerk.org - Florida Department of Elder Affairs — Resources for seniors and families navigating guardianship and elder care in Florida:
elderaffairs.org - National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (NAELA) — Information on elder law, guardianship, and finding qualified attorneys:
naela.org - American College of Trust and Estate Counsel (ACTEC) — Educational resources on trust and estate law for families and professionals:
actec.org
Serving Broward County and All of South Florida
The Law Office of David M. Garten, Esq. serves clients in Broward County and throughout South Florida. We also serve clients in the following communities — click any link below to learn more about our probate and estate litigation services in your area:
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Frequently Asked Questions — Probate & Estate Law in Broward County
Where is Broward County Probate Court located?
Probate matters in Broward County are handled by the Broward County Circuit Court located at the Broward County Courthouse at 201 SE 6th Street, Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33301. Our probate court attorney has experience appearing in Broward County Circuit Court as well as Palm Beach County Probate Court, giving clients throughout South Florida the benefit of dual-jurisdiction court knowledge. For Broward County court locations and filing information, visit browardclerk.org.
How long does probate take in Broward County Florida?
The length of the probate process in Broward County depends on the size and complexity of the estate, whether the will is contested, and the volume of creditor claims. A simple uncontested estate using summary administration may close in a matter of weeks, while a formal administration of a larger or contested estate can take six months to a year or longer. Our probate attorney in Broward County works diligently to move every case as efficiently as possible. For more information on Florida probate procedures, visit floridacourts.gov.
Can a will from another state be probated in Broward County Florida?
Yes. If a person lived in another state but owned real property in Broward County, an ancillary probate proceeding may be required in Florida to transfer title to that property. Our probate attorney in Broward County has experience handling ancillary probate proceedings for out-of-state estates with Florida real estate holdings. For more information on Florida probate procedures, visit floridabar.org.
Does The Law Office of David M. Garten accept referrals from Broward County professionals?
Yes. We actively welcome referrals from estate planning attorneys, CPAs, financial advisors, trust officers, and other professionals throughout Broward County and South Florida. If you have a client who needs experienced probate or estate litigation counsel, please contact our office at 561-628-6515.
Contact Our Broward County Probate Lawyers Today — Free Consultation
If you are dealing with a probate dispute, trust litigation matter, will contest, guardianship proceeding, or estate lawsuit in Broward County, contact The Law Office of David M. Garten, Esq. today. Do not wait — probate deadlines are strict and early legal action is critical to protecting your rights and your inheritance.
Call us at 561-628-6515 or complete the contact form below to schedule your free consultation with a trusted probate lawyer serving Broward County and all of South Florida.
We serve clients throughout Fort Lauderdale, Pompano Beach, Hollywood, Deerfield Beach, Coral Springs, Plantation, and all of Broward County, as well as Palm Beach County and Martin County.