Adam J. Dugan

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Adam J. Dugan

5.0
Rating: 9.9

Licensed for 10 years

Probate Lawyer at Jacksonville Beach, FL
Practice Areas: Probate, Estate Planning, Power Of Attorney ... +2 more

419 3rd St. N., Jacksonville Beach, FL

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About Adam

Biography

Personalizing the Practice of Law - Call us at 904-685-6047 Today!

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Probate 45%

45%
Estate Planning 40%

40%
Power of Attorney 5%

5%
Trusts 5%

5%
Wills and Living Wills 5%

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Licenses

Licensed in Colorado for 1 year

State: Colorado

Acquired: 2024

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Florida for 10 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 2015

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

WaveCrest Legal, P.A.

419 3rd St. N., Jacksonville Beach, FL, 32250

wavecrestlegal.com

Online Presence

Other places you can find Adam online.

Adam J. Dugan's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

17 Client Reviews

5 star (17)
4 star (0)
3 star (0)
2 star (0)
1 star (0)

Posted by Frank | April 9, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Mr. Dugan And Staff Are A Pleasure To Work With

Mr. Dugan answered all my questions in a professional, but friendly manner. I had a trust and will from another state, but had to redo everything to comply with Florida law. The reasons why were clearly explained, as the previous attorney created the wrong kind of trust, which would have had to go ...through probate. The staff at Wavecrest Legal are a pleasure to work with.

Posted by anonymous | April 19, 2023 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

CEO

Adam was most thorough helping us set up several corporate and partnership agreements. He suggested enhancements to our goals that fine tuned the agreements making them perfect for the task at hand. A pleasure to work with.

Posted by Diana | June 27, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Excellent Estate Legal Service

Adam Dugan is an excellent estate lawyer. He represented us in a very contentious estate and contractual matter and helped us navigate through this unpleasantness in a personable and professional manner. Adam was great about keeping us informed as our case progressed through the system. He is hone...st, very intelligent and knowledgeable. In addition, he really cares about his clients. We always felt he had our best interests at heart. Every time we came to his office to meet on our case, he and his staff were always very warm and welcoming. Adam’s Assistant, Liza, was great. We consider Adam to be a friend and highly recommend the Law Office of Adam J. Dugan.

Adam Dugan

Replied last July 25, 2022

Thank you for your kind words, Diana. We were glad of assistance to you and your loved ones during such a difficult time. It was our pleasure to work with, and get to know you. We wish you all the best!

Posted by anonymous | January 20, 2022 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Best Attorney

Thank you to Adam and his office. They did a tremendous job with a very difficult probate case. They stayed on top of everything and kept me updated throughout the process. I would definitely work with Adam and his office again. Thanks again

Posted by Maxima | July 10, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Probate

When I met Adam I was very disoriented while dialing with a terrible grief and a few legal issues that came in place. Adam attentively listened and assured me he could help. I put all my trust on him, resolving everything related to my husband's Estate Planning as well as setting up mine own. He is v...ery professional, knowledgable and courteous and replied to my calls and questions in a timely manner. I was grateful to find Adam; will use him again and will strongly recommend him. It was a pleasure working with Adam. Thanks so much for the excellent service.

Adam Dugan

Replied last December 8, 2021

Thank you, Maxima. It was our pleasure to assist you during this time. We wish you all the best!

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Adam J. Dugan's Lawyer Endorsements

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Brooke Trent

Estate planning lawyer | Apr 18

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Adam and I worked together briefly when we had mutual clients. The clients owned property in Florida (where Adam practices) but resided in Iowa (where I practice). As such, the clients needed assistance to ensure that both states' laws were being adequately addressed through their estate planning and LLC formation. Adam was friendly, prompt and knowledgeable in working with me to find cost-effective solutions to meet the clients' needs."

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Matthew Goodwin

Estate planning lawyer | Jul 17

Relationship: Friend

"I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer. Adam Dugan is an honest hardworking family man who serves his clients well and is very thorough with his work."

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Matthew Hinson

Estate planning lawyer | Jul 10

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I strongly endorse Mr. Dugan. In the nearly 7 years that I have known him, I have worked with him on multiple cases. I have found that he is a highly dedicated, intelligent and service oriented attorney. He is a true asset to our profession and community as a whole."

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Brooke Trent

Estate planning lawyer

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Matthew Goodwin

Estate planning lawyer

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Matthew Hinson

Litigation lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.9 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2024

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2023

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2022

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2022

Best Lawyer, Expertise

2021

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2021

Best Lawyer, Expertise

2020

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

Work Experience

2015 - Present

Founding Attorney, WaveCrest Legal, P.A.

2015 - 2015

Law Clerk, Cramer Law Center, P.L.

2013 - 2013

Legal Intern, Britton Law, LLC

2012 - 2012

Legal Intern, Cain & Herren

Associations

2015 - Present

Jacksonville Bar Association

Member

2015 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

2015 - Present

Real Property, Trust and Estate Law Section

Member

Education

2014

University of Florida, Fredric G. Levin College of Law

Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor

2014

University of Florida, Fredric G. Levin College of Law

Estate Planning Certificate Program

2007

University of Florida

B.S.

Speaking Engagements

2021

Florida Bar, Real Property, Probate and Trust Law

Annual Guardianship

2021

Florida Bar, Probate and Trust Litigation Committe

Florida Probate and Trust Litigation

Publications

2015

Legal Blog Legal Blog

Languages

English

Activity

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