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Jacqueline Augusto
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Biography
Jacqueline Augusto is an estate planning, probate, and guardianship attorney representing clients in probate Court, as well as guardians and wards in incapacity and guardianship/restoration proceedings. Ms. Augusto excels in drafting complex estate planning documents for high net worth clients. She is also well versed in all aspects of trust administration and modification.
Practice Areas
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Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
$ 250-300 per hour
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Florida for 21 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 2004
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7700 N Kendall Drive, Suite 412, Miami, FL, 33156
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Showing 6 - 9 of 9 reviews | General Knowledge
Posted by Ed | June 14, 2015 | Probate
A counselor in the truest sense of the word.
Jackie is not only knowledgeable, but also very responsive. When dealing with probate matters, Jackie frequently deals with the most sensitive of subject matters and often at very difficult times in the clients' lives. Her sensitivity makes her eminently relatable. When my father passed away, she pro...
Posted by anonymous | June 08, 2015 | Estate Planning
Excellent work. Very technical, but great with people too
Ms. Augusto worked on my wife and my will and estate planning and it was a great experience. She is very thorough and technical and has a clear command of the law in this area, but was also great from a service standpoint, taking time with my wife and I and walking us through everything in non-legal...
Posted by Ray | June 04, 2015
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Jackie is a fine lawyer. She understands the law well and she is able to apply her knowledge to her clients' needs. She has a wonderful personality and she is respected in her field by other lawyers and judges. She also has the ability to collaborate with other attorneys, including opposing counsel, ...
Posted by Joanna | May 14, 2015 | Probate
Excellent communication and great lawyer/service!
Jackie helped me through a complex situation with my father's estate. I can't say enough good things about her, she was knowledgable, understanding and most importantly always responsive with any issues that arose. I would highly recommend her to anyone needing a lawyer in her field of expertise.
Jacqueline Augusto's Lawyer Endorsements
"I highly recommend Jackie as a probate attorney. Her knowledge and experience in this area of the law are impressive. She is also a very dedicated and approachable lawyer."
"Jackie is an extremely knowledgeable and dedicated attorney. She’s a pleasure to work with and always eager to help in all aspects of the case. She is a resource in the probate and guardianship community. She goes above and beyond to ensure that her clients and fellow colleagues are satisfied. I always recommend her to my family and friends."
"She is very knowledgeable in her area of practice, and has been invaluable to me as a source of information."
"I highly endorse Jacqueline Augusto. Jackie is a very compassionate attorney who is knowledgeable in the areas of guardianship, probate, and trust administration."
"I highly endorse this lawyer. I had the privilege of working with Jackie on a case and she was always the consummate professional. I have also seen the way she interacts with clients. Meeting with a lawyer is usually stressful but Jackie is able to put her clients at ease. She has learned how to strike the delicate balance between being a force to be reckoned with and being a compassionate human being."
"Jacqueline Augusto is a dedicated and committed attorney for her clients. Her knowledge of probate law is invaluable and her dedication to her practice are unparalleled. I fully endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Augusto is professional and courteous. She is very well experienced and knowledgeable in her area of the law. I would highly recommend her for a probate/estate matter."
"I have known Jackie for more than 10 years and she is an excellent attorney. What is the mark of a true endorsement? When you hire a fellow attorney to represent you or your family. A member of my family retained her upon my recommendation. I have also sent her clients as I know she will do an excellent job."
"I endorse this lawyer. Jacqueline is knowledgeable, reliable and compassionate. That combination makes her well liked and respected by her peers."
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Gina Nguyen
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Liz Messianu
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Experience
Honors
2020
AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
2020
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2010
Estate & Trust Litigation Rising Star, Florida Super Lawyers
2010
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
N/A
pee, Martindale-Hubbell
Work Experience
2015 - Present
Attorney, Augusto Law Group, P.A.
2004 - Present
Attorney, Sloto & Associates, P.L.
2001 - 2003
Legal Intern, Mishan Sloto et al
2001 - 2002
Judicial Law Clerk, Judge Adalberto Jordan
Associations
2020 - Present
American College of Trust and Estate CounselMember
2013 - Present
South Dade Estate Planning CouncilMember
2012 - Present
Estate Planning Council of Greater MiamiMember
2011 - Present
Cuban American Bar AssociationMember
2004 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
2004 - Present
Florida Bar, Real Property, Probate and Trust Law SectionMember
2003 - Present
Probate & Guardianship Committee of the Dade County Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Mental Health
Permanent injunction granted.
Adult Protective Services
Mental Health proceedings
Estate Planning
Guardianship
Probate
Trust
Education
2003
University of Miami School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2000
University of Miami
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2015
Seminar
Probate Horror Stories
Publications
2015
Brickell Magazine
Wealth Preservation - Entrepreneur Edition
2003
Eighth Annual LatCrit Conference
Representations of Latina Lawyers in North American Cinema
Languages
Spanish
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides