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FLORIDA ELDER LAW & LEGACY PLANNING
Florida Elder Law & Legacy Planning, led by a Florida Bar Board Certified Elder Law Attorney, provides comprehensive elder law, estate planning, and special needs planning services to help families navigate the legal and financial challenges of aging and long-term care. We guide clients through every stage of planning—from protecting assets and securing public benefits to creating wills, trusts, and essential advance directives—ensuring their wishes are honored, their loved ones are supported, and their legacy is preserved.
ESTATE PLANNING
Estate planning isn’t just for the mega-wealthy. In fact, every adult needs certain essential legal documents to protect their assets & document their medical wishes. From wills & trusts to powers of attorney, we offer full-service estate planning for families throughout Tampa Bay & the surrounding areas of Florida.
ELDER
LAW
Elder law covers more ground than most people realize. Ed Spinks, Esq., our Board Certified Elder Law Attorney, guides clients through Medicaid planning, guardianship, and probate administration. Whatever your situation, we'll help you understand all your options and plan confidently for the years ahead.
SPECIAL NEEDS PLANNING
As parents of a child with Down syndrome, founders Tina & Ed Spinks, Esq. know firsthand how important it is to protect a loved one with special needs. We will build a Special Needs Planning strategy tailored to your family so you can have true peace of mind for their future.
MEDICAID & LONG TERM CARE
Long Term care is one of the most significant financial concerns families face. In Florida, the annual cost of in-home or nursing home care can range from $80,000 to over $100,000. Whether you are proactively planning or there is a current crisis unfolding, we provide strategies to help you and your loved ones get the care you deserve.
PROBATE & TRUSTS
At some point, most of us will be involved in administering an estate. We guide personal representatives and trustees through every step of the process, whether that means navigating probate after a loved one's passing or managing trust administration before and after death. Our team makes sure nothing falls through the cracks.
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ELDER LAW ATTORNEY, ED SPINKS, ESQ.
Ed Spinks, founder of Spinks Law Firm, has been practicing law in the area of elder law, estate planning, and special needs law for over 20 years. He is a Board Certified Elder Law Attorney in the state of Florida.
Ed has a diverse background, combining military service with a career in law. He served in the Army during the Gulf War and later as a Marine Corps officer. His civilian experience includes working as a firefighter and EMT. He holds a Bachelor’s in Political Science from the University of South Florida and a Juris Doctor from Florida State University.
Ed is a seasoned litigator with experience in both military and civilian courts. He served as a military prosecutor and has represented individuals in various legal matters. He is passionate about advocating for the rights of people with disabilities, particularly those with Down syndrome, as a father of a child with the condition. Ed’s unique blend of military discipline, legal expertise, and personal commitment makes him a dedicated and effective advocate for his clients.
CHARTING YOUR COURSE: A FREE ELDER LAW & LEGACY PLANNING WORKSHOP
Our free elder law and legacy planning workshops are a great first step in the estate planning process.
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ELDER LAW & LEGACY PLANNING ARTICLES
Florida Elder Law & Legacy Planning prides itself on being thought-leaders in the elder law and estate planning spaces. Browse our collection of elder law articles for insight, information, and education.
Why It’s So Important to Work with a Board Certified Elder Law Attorney
There is an immense amount of pressure placed on families who are trying to legally, financially, medically, and emotionally protect themselves and their aging loved ones. That pressure is often a lot to carry for loved ones—especially when thinking about such a heavy topic of losing a loved one.
Medicare vs. Medicaid: What Florida Seniors Actually Need to Know
Many families first begin thinking about Medicare and Medicaid after a serious diagnosis, a sudden fall, or a loved one’s unexpected move into a care facility. While it seems logical to assume Medicare will handle care costs, that assumption is actually one of the most expensive mistakes a family can make.
I Have a Will from 2010—Does It Need to Be Updated?
You signed your will years ago—but does it still reflect your wishes? Life changes, and so should your estate plan.
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WHAT OUR CLIENTS ARE SAYING
Words cannot express the sincere gratitude I have for Ed and Jennifer. This team worked tirelessly to assist me with the challenges of navigating the Medicaid process for both of my parents. They setup trusts, living wills, Power of Attorney and so much more. I interviewed several practices before making the decision to move forward with Florida Elder Law and it was the absolute best decision I could have made.
–Rob Kress
My husband and I have been referring families to Ed and Tina for 5 years now. Everyone that we have referred has had nothing but positive reviews about their professionalism, their knowledge, their honesty and wiliness to go the extra mile for their clients. We love dealing with family owned businesses. We will use them personally as well.
–Lynn Kornita
Ed & Tina are amazing, and most informative lawyers for estate planning and elder law. I didn’t know the importance of planning ahead of time, especially for my golden years. They both truly listen and tailor to the family's needs. I will continue to refer all of my family and friends to Florida Elder Law & Legacy Planning!
–Rochelle Abrahante
Ed and his team were great! He helped us set up a living will and estate plan, as well as a special needs trust for our disabled son. He answered all our questions—it was relatively quick and easy!
He even went above and beyond and met us at our financial institution to make sure our accounts were in order. Thanks so much, Florida Elder Law & Legacy Planning!
–Amanda Bucalo
Ed Spinks inspires confidence, and really works to be a helpful voice for such a delicate subject. They make estate planning easy and painless. What a feeling of relief for our family to know that it is all taken care of now. Very trustworthy and professional, but friendly and sensitive. Highly recommend for any of your estate planning needs.
–Jeanette Ethier
I was quite lucky to find Florida Elder Law & Legacy Planning. They created a Qualified Income Trust for me and my mom. Without the trust, I'm positive my mom's latter days would have been much different. The trust enabled my mother to qualify for Medicaid, and move into a decent senior care center. I owe a lot to Ed, Tina, and Jennifer. I would recommend them to anyone.
–T.J. King
Tina and Ed are a blessing to the seniors in our community. They display an unwavering dedication to improving the lives of those they serve. They are an invaluable resource for any family in need of support and guidance.
–Brian Hentz
PROUD TO BE BOARD CERTIFIED IN ELDER LAW
Not all attorneys are trained equally. When you hire a Board Certified Elder Law Attorney, you can rest assured you are hiring an expert and true specialist.Â
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LOCATIONS
TAMPA OFFICE
2801 W. Busch Blvd. Suite 200
Tampa, FL 33618
Main Office
LAND O' LAKES OFFICE
3632 Land O’ Lakes Blvd.
Land O’ Lakes, FL 34639
By appointment only
BRANDON OFFICE
713 Lithia Pinecrest Rd
Brandon, FL 33511
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