Long H. Duong

Long H. Duong

5.0
Rating: 8.2

Licensed for 20 years

Probate Lawyer at Gainesville, FL
Practice Areas: Probate, Estate Planning, Guardianship, Elder Law

11 NW 33rd Court, Gainesville, FL

About Long

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Probate 70%

Statewide Probate Practice - We assist clients with administration of the estates of deceased loved ones. From start to finish, we ensure that our clients are empowered to manage and distribute estate assets. Formal/Summary administration included.

20 years | 800 cases

70%
Elder Law 10%

The primary focus of our Elder Law practice is Medicaid eligibility for long term care. This is a very delicate area of the law. Our goal is to help clients preserve their hard earned savings in the face of enormous skilled nursing care costs.

10%
Estate Planning 10%

We assist clients with incapacity and legacy planning while avoiding complication and unnecessary future expense. We carefully draft Last Wills, Trusts, Powers of Attorney and Advanced Directives among other important instruments.

10%
Guardianship 10%

We assist clients who need to establish a court-supervised guardianship over their loved ones. This procedure is for incapacitated adults or minors entitled to large sums of money (from settlements, etc).

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 20 minutes

Hourly Rates

$ 250-300 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 20 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 2005

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

LD Legal, LLC

11 NW 33rd Court, Gainesville, FL, 32607-2552

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Long H. Duong's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

106 Client Reviews

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Posted by Lorraine | May 21, 2015 | Probate

Mr. Duong's free phone consultation put my mind at ease.

My stepfather passed away recently and my mother was having a hard time understanding what she needed to do. Her name is on the deed of her house but not on the mortgage. There were some other situations that went along with it that seemed to complicate things. I live in Arizona and was searching the... internet looking for help for her situation in Florida. I was drawn in by the simple layout. I noticed that the questions we needed answered were mentioned on the website. On the website it states that you receive a free 20 minute consultation with a lawyer, no strings attached. There was an 800 number but I opted to fill out the online form instead, giving a description of my mothers situation. Within a few hours Mr. Duong had emailed me. He told me he would like to review her official public records online with me over the phone so he could give me all the potential options and a quote if I desired him to handle it. I emailed him my phone number and we were speaking within about 30 minutes. Mr. Duong was very meticulous, he advised me of all my mother's options. In his opinion my mother's case did not have to go to probate. My free 20 minute consultation lasted about 32 minutes. He couldn't have been any nicer. I would advise anyone that has any questions about probate in Florida to give him a ca.l. He was a kind and honest man and was very easy to talk to.

Posted by Sherry | March 31, 2015 | Probate

Great FL Estate Lawyer

We are thrilled with the work that Long and his firm provided for us in handling our Mother's estate in FL (I live in VA and my brother lives in NJ). Very professional, knowledgeable, courteous, and helpul throughout the process. He handled all aspects of the probate (at a very reasonable rate), and ...took care of all of the details on our behalf. We highly recommend him!

Posted by June | October 14, 2014 | Probate

Excellent Estate Lawyer

Long Duong is one of the most professional lawyers that I have ever worked with. He was efficient , caring and accurate. His fees were exactly what he quoted from the start. I could not have chosen a better lawyer to settle my mother's estate. I recommend him highly.

Posted by anonymous | October 01, 2014 | Probate

Great probate lawyer, very responsive!

I first hired Long in late 2013 to handle a probate case relating to the death of a family member. At first it was difficult for me to process all the details and rules given that I live in another country and am not familiar with US laws. However, Long was very understanding and helpful in explainin...g his services/fees as well as documentations required and the entire court process. Since I live outside of the US, we often communicated via email and Long was very responsive and even after a few months lag he still remembered the details of the case and was able to get back to me quickly. It has been a pleasure working with Long and his team during what was a very very difficult time for my family and I. I would not hesitate to recommend Long to any of my friends or family!

Posted by Barbara | August 04, 2014 | Trusts

Everything Good You'd Want in a Trust Lawyer

Mr. Duong combines intelligence with knowledge of the law, wisdom, trustworthiness and warmth. I'm 82 years old and have never had a lawyer I esteemed more highly. He has been handling my new trust account (which is very complicated) for over a year with extraordinary skill and has made every issue c...lear to me. In addition to dealing with the technicalities of trust management, he has advised me of many options I hadn't considered and helped me make wise decisions about the disposition of my assets. I would trust him with my life---which, in a way, I guess I'm doing.

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Long H. Duong's Lawyer Endorsements

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Eric Kem

Unknown lawyer | Jun 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Long is a great probate and estates attorney."

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Douglas Borthwick

Real estate lawyer | Nov 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Mary Bonner

Probate lawyer | Jan 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. He is very, very knowledgeable about estate and probate work; and after retention, will immediately begin resolving the issues in your case. You can trust him for his legal ability and his character as a human being."

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Eugene Stilianopoulos

Probate lawyer | Nov 10

Relationship: Friend

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Long for over seven years and feel that he is a great source of knowledge when it comes to probate and estate matters."

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Catherine Gleason

Probate lawyer | Oct 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Long is the most amazing lawyer in all he does. His reputation and sill are pinnacle in the field of probate and estate planning throughout the State of Florida. I would recommend Long to all attorney and clients needing estate planning and probate assistance."

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David Katz

Probate lawyer | Oct 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. It has been my pleasure getting to know Long. He is a great lawyer I highly recommend him."

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Ricky Bagolie

Probate lawyer | Nov 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Long Duong as a Florida Probate Lawyer. His answers on Avvo, as well as other legal websites, have been precise and accurate, demonstrating a wide ranging knowledge of Probate issues."

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Jami Ferrell

Probate lawyer | Nov 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Long is the go-to attorney in Florida for me. I've known Long for several years and his knowledge, professionalism, attitude and work ethic are all qualities that I admire in him. If you're looking for a Florida estate planning or probate lawyer don't even think of hiring anyone else until after you've spoken with Long."

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Carol Brent

Probate lawyer | Nov 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Long and I are both on many of the same listservs and are able to share our knowledge and ideas. I recommend Long Duong as an attorney for both probate cases as well as estate planning."

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Robert Miller

Estate planning lawyer | Nov 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Long Duong for a few years now, and appreciate his professionalism, his knowledge, and his unique creative take on a variety of subjects. I would endorse this lawyer without hesitation for probate or estate planning cases."

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Joel Christiansen

Probate lawyer | Nov 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Over the last four years or so, I have had the pleasure of being Long's colleague on several email lists. Long consistently demonstrates his commitment to providing clients with the highest level of service. While I have not had any occasion to work directly with Long, it is clear to me that he places great importance on being an accessible and down-to-earth lawyer who provides top-notch legal work. I recommend Long for anyone who needs a Florida probate lawyer."

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Michael Wasylik

Estate planning lawyer | Aug 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I trust Long Duong for Eatate Planning and Probate matters throughout Florida. Although I haven't had a chance to work directly with him on any cases, we have already discussed collaborating on cases that involve the intersection of foreclosure and probate work, and based on those discussions, I am impressed with his depth of knowledge. I look forward to working with him and recommend anyone with a Florida estate planning or probate question to contact him."

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Dennis Chen

Probate lawyer | Aug 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work. I have known long for a couple of years from a legal listserve. His insight and opinions on estate planning are very helpful. I highly recommend him for probate and estate planning matters."

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Marci Silver

Probate lawyer | Aug 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Long for over a year and he has shown that he is detailed and caring about his client's interests in the probate process and in the execution of their wills and other estate interests. I have utilized his knowledge for my own practice and trust his opinion on many issues. Most of all, Long is clear on what he does know and what he doesn't which is a testament to an honest and forthright lawyer. But what he does know is immense."

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Jonathan Stein

Estate planning lawyer | Aug 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Long through several email lists we are on together. Long is very knowedgeable and provides great insight into estate planning and probate matters. I would recommend him to anyone who is looking for estate planning in his area."

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Experience

Rating:  8.2 (Excellent)

Honors

2019

AVVO Client's Choice, AVVO

2018

AVVO Client's Choice, AVVO

2017

AVVO Client's Choice, AVVO

2016

AVVO Client's Choice, AVVO

2015

AVVO Client's Choice, AVVO

2014

AVVO Client's Choice, AVVO

2013

AVVO Client's Choice, AVVO

2012

AVVO's Clients Choice, AVVO

Work Experience

2005 - Present

Owner, LD Legal, LLC

2005 - 2005

Associate Attorney, Rarick & Associates, P.A.

2004 - 2004

Tax Department Clerk, Becker & Poliakoff, PA

Associations

2006 - Present

ACEL (Alachua County Emerging Leaders)

Member

2005 - Present

Florida Bar

Member

2005 - 2007

Florida Bar, Real Property, Probate and Trust Law Section

Member

2005 - 2007

Florida Bar, General Practice, Solo and Small Firm Section

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Formal Administration (Probate)

All assets distributed after creditor negotiation and minor dispute between heirs < 7 months

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Education

2004

Nova Southeastern University - Shepard Broad Law Center

JD - Juris Doctor

1999

King's College

B.A. Psychology

N/A

University of Florida

Speaking Engagements

2019

Florida State Guardianship Association

The Florida Probate Process

Publications

2012

LD Legal, LLC Understanding Florida Probate Law

2006

Long H. Duong, P.A. Understanding the Florida Probate Process

Languages

Vietnamese

Activity

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