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Katherine B Schnauss Naugle
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Katherine Naugle is an attorney practicing in the areas of Probate, Estate Planning and Guardianship. She is a native of Jacksonville being a third generation resident here. She attended the Bolles School, then Emory University and Stetson University College of Law.
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Licensed in Florida for 24 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 2001
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Schnauss Naugle Law, P.L.
810 Margaret Street, Jacksonville, FL, 32204
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Posted by Charles | November 08, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Probate
Hiring Katherine proved to be an excellent decision!
As a practicing attorney of many years experience, the one advantage I enjoyed was this: I knew enough to hire a lawyer to represent my family after Mom's passing. Katherine's ratings and reviews, not to mention her standing among her peers, persuaded me to hire her to handle our probate issues. She ...
Posted by Wayne | June 13, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Wills & Living Wills
AN ATTORNEY YOU CAN TRUST
I recently met with Katherine Schnauss Naugle at her office concerning my need to have a Last Will and Testament prepared. She was very knowledgeable and pleasant to work with, and during the consultation (which she did not charge for) she informed me of the need to prepare additional documents for m...
Katherine Naugle
Replied last June 13, 2016It was a pleasure working with you. Thank you for the kind words.
Posted by Karen | June 13, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning
Compassionate and Professional
Katherine was wonderful to work with. She led us through the process of estate planning. Katherine and her staff were able to help us determine our needs. They were very willing to listen to our many questions and concerns. We are very happy with the work Katherine and her staff provided for us.
Katherine Naugle
Replied last June 13, 2016It was a pleasure working with you. I have wonderful clients!
Posted by anonymous | June 01, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Guardianship
Worry Free Service
She helped us with a guardianship for our special needs child. We did not have to worry about anything during this potentially stressful transition!
Katherine Naugle
Replied last June 01, 2016Thank you for your kind words! It was a pleasure working with you.
Posted by anonymous | October 23, 2014 | Probate
Probate work
Naugle and Smith law firm guided me through a probate process. They were very informative and helpful in every step. Always returned my phone calls when I called
Katherine Naugle
Replied last October 23, 2014Thank you so much. It is a privilege to work for my clients.
Katherine B Schnauss Naugle's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Katherine is unusually nice, knowledgeable, and helpful. I met her several years ago when she was President of Jacksonvillre Women Lawyers Association. She is my guru for estate planning/probate/guardianship matters. She has advised me on many of my family law cases having significant implications in all of those areas. I have referred several matters to her and everyone has been happy with her and her fees. As a matter of fact, I trusted her to do my own estate planning documents! She is a lawyers' lawyer!"
"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Naugle and her partner, Jonathan Smith, welcomed me into their office during my days with the Jacksonville Bar Association's Residential Mortgage Foreclosure Mediation Program. They could not have been nicer, and I will not soon forget the warm hospitality they showed to a young lawyer learning the ropes."
"I endorse this lawyer. She is very knowledgeable in her field and active in the legal community. I would not hesitate to send one of my clients to Ms. Naugle for assistance with Estate Planning, Guardianship or Probate issues."
"I endorse this lawyer. Katherine is a wonderful attorney dedicated to providing excellent service to her clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. I had the opportunity to work with Katherine on a very complicated guardianship case. She was deliberate and thorough and obtained a very good result for her client despite many obstacles."
"I endorse this lawyer. Katherine is an excellent lawyer who knows her practice areas well, is very attentive and does a great job for her clients!"
"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Naugle is an extremely competent lawyer. For those clients who need her area of expertise, I always send them to her, and they have all been pleased with her work."
"I endorse this lawyer. Katherine is a true professional. I consider her an expert in her field. Katherine puts her clients first, and seeks the best possible outcome in each case. I refer my clients to Katherine, with great confidence in her skills and knowledge."
"I endorse this lawyer's work.Katherine does a wonderful job.I have referred several clients to her,and all have been thrilled with their experience at her office."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. I have referred a number of people to Ms. Naugle and they were very pleased with her legal services. She is an intelligent and capable attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Katherine is competent and professional."
"I endorse this lawyer's work."
"Mrs. Naugle is an attorney with the highest standards. She assists her clients with understanding and her knowledge of the law. I recommend her to anyone with estate planning or probate questions."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. I have sent several clients to Katherine and all have been very happy. I would highly recommend her to clients needing legal advice regarding trusts and estates."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Katherine and I were co-workers, have worked on projects together and are friends. She produces excellent work and is a very knowledgeable estate and probate attorney."
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Experience
Honors
2024
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2023
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2022
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2022
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2022
Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
SuperLawyer 2016, SuperLawyers
2015
Rising Star 2015, Super Lawyers
2014
Leaders in the Law, Florida Association of Women Lawyers
Work Experience
2013 - Present
owner/attorney, The Law Office of Katherine Schnauss Naugle, P.L.
2009 - Present
Partner/attorney, Naugle & Smith, P.L.
2008 - 2008
Partner, League & Naugle
2001 - 2007
Associate, Ford, Bowlus, Duss, Morgan, Kenney, Safer & Hampton, P.A.
Associations
2015 - Present
The Woman's Club of JacksonvilleChairman of Heritage Committee
2002 - Present
Junior League of Jacksonvillemember/sustainer
2017 - 2023
The Woman's Club of JacksonvillePresident
2015 - 2018
Daughters of the American RevolutionBoard member
2012 - 2013
Jacksonville Women Lawyers AssociationPresident
2011 - 2012
Jacksonville Women Lawyers AssociationPresident-Elect
2010 - 2011
Jacksonville Women Lawyers AssociationVice President of Community Relations
2008 - 2009
Jacksonville Women Lawyers AssociationVice President
Education
2001
Stetson University College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2001
Stetson University
M.B.A
1998
Emory University
BA
Speaking Engagements
2016
Estate Planning workshop
Estate planning
2010
NBI Business Institute
Estate Planning
Languages
English
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