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Fred E. Glickman concentrates in Wills, Trusts, Estates, Probate, Guardianship, and Litigation in these fields. He has practiced in these and other areas of the law for over 40 years. He has argued cases in the Florida District Court of Appeal, the Florida Supreme Court, and the United States Court of Appeals. He currently has the highest rating from Martindale-Hubbell, the national rating agency for lawyers. According to Martindale-Hubbell, this rating is "a testament to the fact that a lawyer's peers rank him or her at the highest level of professional excellence." He is a Past President of the South Miami-Kendall Bar Association. He is a member of the Florida Bar Real Property, Probate & Trust Law Section.
Fred received his Law Degree from Columbia Law School and his Master of Business Administration from the University of Chicago. He received his Bachelor's Degree from Dartmouth College, where he was a member of the Phi Beta Kappa honor society.
Fred and his wife have three adult children and five grandchildren. He and his wife reside in Miami with their golden mix rescue dog.
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For the past 16 years, he has participated in the MS 150 Ride, which is a two day, long-distance bike ride that raises money for multiple sclerosis research and treatment. Because of his success as a fund-raiser, the National MS Society has honored Fred by making him a Club151 member. He has received awards from the South Miami-Kendall Bar Association for providing legal services free of charge to those unable to pay for them.
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Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Probate
40%
Litigation
25%
Guardianship
15%
Estate Planning
10%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
Licenses
Licensed in Florida for 43 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 1982
No misconduct found
Licensed in Illinois for 51 years
State: Illinois
Acquired: 1974
No misconduct found
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Estate Planning (24)
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Trusts (12)
Wills & Living Wills (12)
Real Estate (7)
Lawsuits & Disputes (3)
Power Of Attorney (3)
Elder Law (2)
Family (2)
Guardianship (2)
Business (1)
Divorce & Separation (1)
Foreclosure (1)
Landlord & Tenant (1)
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Recommendation (21)
Responsiveness (19)
Case Results (14)
Advocacy (10)
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Character & Conduct (8)
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Showing 1 - 5 of 7 reviews | Real Estate
Posted by Lourdes Rodriguez | August 30, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Real Estate
Outstanding Attorney
He is very honest, trustworthy and considerate attorney that I highly recommend. With his professionalism and expertise, he overcame the complexity of my case and thanks to him, I was able to keep my home.
Posted by anonymous | May 18, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Real Estate
Review of Attorney
I hired attorney Fred Glickman the same day we consulted regarding estate planning. His credentials , business manners and personality are superb. He is approachable and readily available . He also represented me in a real estate deal. I was most fortunate to make his acquaintance . I was googling a...
Posted by anonymous | February 16, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Real Estate
Skilled, efficient and very quick!
Fred has helped us with some knotty estate/probate and real estate problems. He kept us fully informed through the process and responded quickly to our calls and concerns. Highly recommended!
Posted by Marcia | January 07, 2015 | Real Estate
No nonsense
Fred was recommended to our family through a friend. Fred had helped his father with a Trust and other documents at a reasonable rate. He helped our parents with their Trust, Wills, Living Wills and Power of Attorney. He has since been instrumental in guiding me with the management of the Trust and ...
Posted by caitlin-c | February 17, 2013 | Real Estate
Fred Elliott Glickman Review
I have used the services of Mr. Glickman on several occasions with regard to Wills and Real Estate. I found Mr. Glickman to be very knowledgeable and was always able to be reached for questions or assistance.
Fred Elliott Glickman's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. We have worked with Mr. Glickman for many years professionally and personally. He has always been reliable, dependable and trustworthy. The work performed has been excellent and I highly recommend Mr. Glickman for Estate Planning, Guardianship and Trust services."
"Fred provides fantastic service to clients. His experience and skill ensures the very best help possible in times of greatest need."
"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer. He is knowledgeable, courteous, helpful and always very professional."
"I endorse this lawyer. Fred is knowledgeable and thorough in his practice. He makes sure the i's are dotted and the t's crossed. He is also a genuinely nice person who cares about his clients and doing the right thing."
"I endorse this lawyer. Having referred many clients to Fred and having utilized his services myself, I have first hand experience that Fred is of the highest integrity, honesty, competence and intelligence. He is in short an excellent and outstanding attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer. If you are looking for an efficient and fair practitioner who knows his way around the courthouse, then Fred is the right lawyer for you."
Experience
Honors
2020
Top Contributor Award, Avvo
2017
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2017
Client's Choice, Avvo
2016
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
Client's Choice, Avvo
2013
Clients' Choice - Outstanding client reviews, Avvo
2012
Highest Possible Peer Review Rating (AV), Martindale-Hubbell
2012
Listed in South Florida's Top Rated Lawyers, Miami Herald
2001
Recognition, Who's Who in America
1985
Who's Who In American Law, Marquis Who's Who in American Law
1968
Membership in Phi Beta Kappa, Dartmouth College
Work Experience
1984 - Present
Attorney, Fred E. Glickman, P.A.
Associations
2014 - Present
Florida Bar, Elder Law Section
2012 - Present
Florida Bar Real Property, Probate & Trust Law SectionMember
1986 - Present
South Miami-Kendall Bar AssociationMember
1995 - 1996
South Miami-Kendall Bar AssociationPresident
1994 - 1995
South Miami-Kendall Bar AssociationTreasurer
Sample of Legal Cases
Espinosa v. Sparber, Shevin, et. al.
The attorney had no obligation to draft the will to include children that might be born at a later time.
Education
1974
Columbia University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1971
University of Chicago
MA - Masters
1968
Dartmouth College
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Languages
English
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
How to transfer a car's title when the owner is deceased and the car's title has been lost?
14 May 2025
Q&A
My husband left our home in 2005. He signed his half of the title to our daughter. I didn't know anything about ii
24 Jan 2025
Q&A
I have a mortgage, I am in my 60s & want to add my responsible daughter to the quitclaim deed. Would a trust work best?
23 Jan 2025