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Leonard F Baer

Estate planning Attorney at Highlands, NC

5.0   3 reviews
(828) 634-7398
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  • State Years
    Georgia - GA 18 years
    North Carolina - NC 18 years
    Florida - FL 45 years
    Dist. of Columbia - DC 45 years
    New York - NY 46 years
  • Licensed for 18 years
    State GA
    Acquired 2005
    Status
    Active Member in Good Standing No misconduct found
  • Licensed for 18 years
    State NC
    Acquired 2005
    Status
    Active No misconduct found
  • Licensed for 45 years
    State FL
    Acquired 1978
    Status
    Member in Good Standing No misconduct found
  • Licensed for 45 years
    State DC
    Acquired 1978
    Status
    Good Standing No misconduct found
  • Licensed for 46 years
    State NY
    Acquired 1977
    Status
    Currently Registered No misconduct found

We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

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About Leonard

Learn Leonard’s areas of practice.

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Practice areas
  1. Estate planning
    50%
    Drafting complex estate palnning documents to include special needs trusts, charitable trusts, and asset protection trusts

    39 years, 2,800 cases

  2. Elder law
    25%
    All areas of elder law to include, social security planning, medicaid and veterans planning, and long term care planning.

    39 years, 2,000 cases

  3. Trusts
    25%
    Drafting complex estate palnning documents to include special needs trusts, charitable trusts, and asset protection trusts

    39 years, 3,500 cases

Leonard Baer’s practice offers experience and expertise on Elder Law, including wills, fraud, elder abuse and financial planning. Another area of Elder Law that is a valuable resource is legal guidance with Estate Planning. Leonard’s extensive experience and background includes complex criminal litigation, serving as Deputy Chief of the Major Crimes Division for The United States Attorney’s Office in the Southern District of Florida. Mr. Baer was recognized by the Office of The Attorney General, as one of the top prosecutors in the country during his tenure. He has been included in North Carolina Top Rated Lawyers, a distinction awarded to those lawyers recognized by their colleagues as leaders in their field. He has also been recognized by the Florida Bar, for his efforts in representing seniors and their families, who are victims of scams and fraud.

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The Law Offices of Leonard F. Baer
1571 Bowery Road
Highlands, NC, 28741
legalbaer.com/
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Posted by anonymous | April 12, 2014
Knowledgeable and caring
Mr. Baer has been exceptionally helpful through a very difficult time financially. His guidance helped me clear debt and make a difficult transition. He is well connected in the area and provided referrals where appropriate. He has worked with my family for over a year. This has been the most pleasant attorney experience in my life.
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Posted by anonymous | March 18, 2014
Providing Compassionate Quality Service
When my husband died, I was overwhelmed. Mr. Baer’s devotion & patience knew no bounds. He organized our financial holdings, guiding me toward a future with safe and qualified investments. He shielded me from negative influences, allowing me and my family to have a new sense of security.
Posted by Justin | July 29, 2010
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We had requested Mr. Baer to provide a proposal, and then create, what was a complicated estate plan. He was very thorough in his interview process, and certainly diligant in his research. He kept us informed throughout the process, and created an estate plan that totally protected my family. I can't say enough about his service, and knowledge of the law. He is simply outstanding, and we are fortunate to have him in our community.
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AVVO RATING 10.0 (Superb)

Work Experience

  • Senior Partner
  • Law Offices of Leonard F. Baer,PLLC
  • 1988 - Present
  • Adjunct Professor-Sports Law
  • University Of Miami School Of Law
  • 1994 - 1997
  • Senior Partner
  • Sorondo and Baer, P.A.
  • 1985 - 1987
  • Deputy Chief Major Crimes
  • Us Attorneys Office
  • 1982 - 1985
  • Trial Division Chief
  • State Attorney Office
  • 1978 - 1982
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Education

  • University of Miami
  • MS - Master of Science-With Honors
  • 1994
  • New England Law Boston
  • Law
  • 1970

Associations

  • U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
  • V.A. Accredited Attorney
  • 2012 - Present
  • Palm Beach County Bar Association
  • Member
  • 2010 - Present
  • National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (North Carolina chapter)
  • Member
  • 2008 - Present
  • North Carolina Bar Association
  • Certified Mediator
  • 2006 - Present
  • North Carolina Bar Association
  • member elder law section
  • 2005 - Present
  • State Bar of Georgia
  • member elder law section
  • 2005 - Present
  • National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys
  • member-financial fraud section
  • 2000 - Present
  • Florida Bar, Grievance Committee
  • Member
  • 1986 - Present
  • Federal Trial Bar
  • Former Executive Committee Member
  • 1984 - Present
  • Florida Bar
  • Member -Elder Law Committee
  • 1978 - Present
  • New York State Bar Association
  • elder law
  • 1978 - Present
  • Bar Association of the District of Columbia
  • Elder Law Committee
  • 1978 - Present
  • Dade County Bar Association
  • Ethics Chairman
  • 1990 - 1991
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Languages Spoken

  • English

Honors and Awards

  • AV Preeminent Rated
  • Martindale-Hubbell
  • 2023
  • AV Rated
  • Martindale-Hubbell
  • 2014
  • North Carolina Top Rated Lawyers
  • Martindale-Hubbell
  • 2014
  • Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers
  • Martindale-Hubbell
  • 2014
  • AV Rated
  • Martindale-Hubbell
  • 2013
  • Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers
  • Martindale-Hubbell
  • 2013
  • North Carolina Super Lawyers
  • North Carolina Super Lawyers
  • 2013
  • North Carolina Top Rated Lawyers
  • Martindale-Hubbell
  • 2012
  • Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers
  • Martindale-Hubbell
  • 2012
  • AV Rated
  • Martindale-Hubbell
  • 2012
  • North Carolina Top Rated Lawyers
  • Martindale-Hubbell
  • 2011
  • AV Rated
  • Martindale-Hubbell
  • 2011
  • North Carolina Top Rated Lawyers
  • Martindale-Hubbell
  • 2010
  • AV Rated
  • Martindale-Hubbell
  • 2010
  • AV Rated
  • Martindale-Hubbell
  • 2009
  • AV Rated
  • Martindale-Hubbell
  • 2008
  • AV Rated
  • Martindale-Hubbell
  • 2007
  • AV Rated
  • Martindale-Hubbell
  • 2006
  • AV Rated
  • Martindale-Hubbell
  • 2005
  • Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers
  • Martindale-Hubbell
  • 2005
  • Florida Super Lawyer
  • Florida Super Lawyers
  • 2000
  • AV Rated
  • Martindale-Hubbell
  • 1984
  • Trial Advocacy Award
  • United States Department of Justice
  • 1984
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Publications

  • The Highlander Newspaper, The Cashiers Chronicle, The Clayton Tribune
  • Bi weekly Legal Columnist
  • 2005

Speaking Engagements

  • Wellington care
  • Elder Law
  • 2023
  • Highlands Chamber of Commerce
  • Asset Protection
  • 2013
  • Highlands Cashiers Hospital,
  • Estate Planning and Asset Protection
  • 2013
  • Macon County Health Fair
  • Elder Financial Abuse
  • 2012
  • Highlands-Cashiers Hospital
  • Medicare and Medicaid
  • 2012
  • Palm Beach county Bar Association
  • Finacial fraud on the elderly
  • 2007
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Highlands Estate planning Lawyer Leonard F Baer
Leonard F Baer
Estate planning Attorney
Highlands, NC
Licensed for 46 years
(828) 634-7398 Message Website