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Biography
I pride myself on providing the highest level of personal service and attention to my clients and their concerns. I believe that communication between client and lawyer is key to drafting successful estate planning documents. I also accomodate my elderly and homebound clients by making home visits and will arrange for documents to be executed at their homes, bringing with me witnesses and a notary public.
Practice Areas
10
Practice Areas
Business
11%
Construction and Development
11%
Contracts and Agreements
11%
Corporate and Incorporation
11%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2020
Licenses
Licensed in Florida for 24 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 2001
No misconduct found
Licensed in Ohio for 32 years
State: Ohio
Acquired: 1993
No misconduct found
Location
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Posted by Patricia | October 21, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Probate
Efficient and thorough
Jessica helped me with probate matters, power of attorney work and assisted in estate settlement. Good, friendly, thorough, efficient. I plan to hire her again for more estate planning.
Posted by Janna | October 21, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning
Thoughtful and knowledgeable
During the intense time of estate planning for my mother, it was reassuring and calming to have Jessica guide the process. Her presence brings one ease during a very difficult time. Not only is she gifted at her craft but she is authentic, caring and reassuring. Jessica puts all other lawyers I’ve wo...
Posted by Ginger | October 21, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning
Fabulous Attorney
Attorney Hernstadt has performed many legal tasks for me from estate planning to real estate closings. She has presented herself as knowledgeable, professional and caring. She has been effective and efficient in her service delivery. I would highly recommend her!
Jessica F. Hernstadt's Lawyer Endorsements
"Jessica is an excellent lawyer. She is competent and frank with clients. She will tell you the way it is, not what you want to hear. You can count on her advice."
"Jessica and I have co-counseled cases on and off since 1993. We have not worked together since her move to Florida,but while she was in Ohio she helped as co-counsel on several cases. She is very knowledgable, ethical and would be someone I highly recommend."
Kurt Young
Personal injury lawyer
Experience
Honors
2007
Employee of the Year, Law Firm
2004
Employee of the Month, Law Firm
Work Experience
2023 - Present
Attorney, Collins Brown Barkett, Chartered
1900 - Present
Attorney, Collins Brown Barkett, Chartered
2010 - 2023
Principal, Jessica F. Hernstadt, PA
2007 - 2010
Attorney, Dearr Perdigon
2004 - 2007
, Perdigon Title Services/Scott J. Perdigon, P.A.
2002 - 2004
, Faber & Gitlitz
Associations
2023 - Present
Indian River County Bar AssociationMember
2014 - Present
Kiwanis ClubMember, Board Member
2001 - Present
Florida BarMember
2018 - 2022
Fort Myers Beach Community FoundationMember, Board Member
2016 - 2017
Christmas Island StyleCommittee Member
2016 - 2017
Marco Island Center of the ArtsGala Committee Member
2014 - 2017
Teen CourtVolunteer Judge
2009 - 2017
American Cancer SocietyBoard Member, Committee Chair & Volunteer
Sample of Legal Cases
Preparation of Trust Agreements
Trusts prepared and funded.
Preparation of Last Will and Testaments
Wills prepared and executed
Probate of Estates
Estates administered and closed.
Education
1993
Case Western Reserve University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1989
Boston University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2019
Estate Planning Made Simple
Estate Planning
2018
Estate Planning Do's & Don'ts
Estate Planning
2016
Savvy Women
Estate Plans for Women
2016
Planning Made Simple
Estate Planning Seminar
2015
Estate Planning for Florida Residents
Florida Wills & Trusts
Publications
2020
Coastal Breeze News
Financial Help for Those Affected by COVID-19 (Co-Author)
2016
Coastal Breeze News
Domestic Violence
2007
Broker Agent Magazine
The Short Sale Solution
2007
Broker Agent Magazine
Divorce & The Real Estate Transaction- Listing Through Closing
Languages
English