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Michael David Wild
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Michael D. Wild is the managing partner of Wild Felice & Partners, PA and a leader in his community. He serves on the Board of Directors of 211 Broward, Impact Broward, Riverwalk Fort Lauderdale, United Way of Broward County - Envision Broward, Senior Volunteer Services, the City of Plantation Chamber of Commerce and the Unsafe Structure Board for the City of Plantation. He also serves on the Endowment Committee for United Way Broward and the Jeb Bush Classic Golf Committee for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation.
Michael was named Small Business Person of the Year for the City of Plantation, nominated for Man of the Year by the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society and named one of Gold Coast Magazine’s Top 40 Professionals Under 40. He has also been listed in the Wall Street Journal as one of South Florida’s Top Attorneys.
Michael has been recognized by Super Lawyers magazine multiple times as a "Rising Star." This prestigious designation, selected by other lawyers in Florida, is bestowed upon less than 3 percent of all attorneys each year and Michael is one of only two Rising Star Estate Planning Attorneys in Broward County.
Michael is designated with an "AV® Preeminent Rating" by Martindale Hubbell. An AV® certification rating is the highest rating provided by Martindale-Hubbell – a testament to the fact that his peers rank Michael at the highest level of ethical standards and legal ability, based on legal knowledge, analytical capabilities, judgment, communication ability, and legal experience.
Michael was admitted to the Florida Bar in 2006. Prior to obtaining his law degree from the University of Florida - Levin College of Law, Michael earned his B.A. in Political Science, with a minor in Sports Management, also from the University of Florida. In addition to earning his undergraduate and law school degrees, Michael has worked as a Financial Associate with Alliance Bernstein and as an Operations Assistant with the Miami Dolphins.
With a genuine enthusiasm for his work, Michael is a frequent speaker to advisors and clients on the subjects of estate planning, wealth transfer, probate administration and asset protection. Michael currently lives with his wife and children in Davie, Florida.
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Licensed in Florida for 19 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 2006
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Wild Felice & Partners, P.A.
1250 S Pine Island Rd, Suite. 200, Plantation, FL, 33324-1843
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Michael David Wild's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 9 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Sharon Scales | August 11, 2020 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Very impressed
Establishing a trust can be a daunting, however, with Mr. Wilde he got me through the process seamlessly. He is very knowledgeable, professional, and thorough. He put together a comprehensive trust then took the time to explain it all. I was very impressed with his service and would highly recommend ...
Posted by Linda | August 22, 2014
Comprehensive Multi-Generation Estate Plan
We first went to Michael to update our 3 generation estate plan which needed an entire overhaul. It was complex and included business and corporate components as well. Michael met with our entire family and step-by-step answered each question. It was overwhelming for us due to all the moving piece...
Posted by Michelle | January 13, 2012
Very pleased with the service Michael provided to both me and my clients.
Michael is an excellent source of knowledge and has assisted many of my clients with estate planning needs. I would highly recommend using Michael for any legal work. He is responsive and very patient with assisting clients of all ages.
Posted by Jack B. | January 12, 2012
Fully Recomended
I am an attorney who has handled some probate matter over my 26 year career, however when I needed personal advice concerning my late wife's estate I found Mr. Wild to be in depth, concise and far more knowledgeable in this particular area which gave me great comfort despite my general knowledge of t...
Posted by Maiia | January 10, 2012
Word of thanks
Michael did my own estate plan which was necessary since my family is out of the country and I wanted to make sure they would receive the assets they are entitled to. He made everything easy and stress free for me and now I have peace of mind. Thank you Mike
Michael David Wild's Lawyer Endorsements
"I strongly endorse Michael Wild. He is professional, efficient, and beyond knowledgeable on the many facets of estate planning. I highly recommend him!"
"I endorse Michael Wild. He is an outstanding attorney who always handles his cases with the utmost care and careful attentional to detail. He is very trusted and well known in the community as well."
"Mr. Wild is a very knowledgeable practitioner who is excellent with clients. I would recommend him to all of my clients to handle advanced estate planning and asset protection matters."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Wild is an excellent wills and estate attorney. I have referring multiple clients to Mr. Wild over the years. Mr. Wild is dedicated to protecting his clients' interests. I would recommend Mr. Wild to all my clients that need wills and estate planning."
"I endorse this lawyer. Michael keeps up-to-date so his clients are as well."
"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Wild is extremely knowledgeable in the estate planning area of law."
"I endorse Michael. He's very bright, hard-working and will do his best for you."
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"Mr. Wild is capable, professional and responsive. Highly recommended."
"Michael is a smart and very capable estate planning attorney. Without hesitation, I am happy to refer my clients with estate planning needs to his firm. I strongly endorse Michael."
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Experience
Honors
2014
Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine
2014
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2014
Client Distinction Award, Martindale-Hubbell
2013
Top 40 Professionals Under 40, Gold Coast Magazine
2013
Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine
2013
AV Preeminent Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
2013
Client Distinction Award, Martindale-Hubbell
2013
South Florida's Top Attorneys, Wall Street Journal
2013
Man of the Year nominee, Leukemia and Lymphoma Society
2012
Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine
2012
AV Preeminent Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
2011
Small Business Person of the Year, City of Plantation
2011
AV® Preeminent Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
Work Experience
2009 - Present
Managing Partner, Wild Felice & Partners, PA
Associations
2014 - Present
United Way of Broward County - Envision BrowardCo-chair
2013 - Present
211 BrowardBoard of Directors
2012 - Present
Riverwalk Ft LauderdaleBoard of Directors
2012 - Present
United Way of Broward CountyEndowment Committee
2011 - Present
Unsafe Structure BoardBoard Member
2011 - Present
Impact BrowardBoard of Directors
2011 - Present
Professional Social Networking of Ft. LauderdaleCo- Founder
2011 - Present
Super Lawyers MagazineRising Star
2010 - Present
Senior Volunteer ServicesBoard of Directors
2010 - Present
Broward Legal AdvisorsCo-Founder
2010 - Present
Serious Buisness Networking GroupPresident
2006 - Present
Florida BarMember
2006 - Present
Broward County Bar AssociationMember
2010 - 2013
Lighthouse of BrowardChairman - Professional Advisory Committee
2010 - 2013
Plantation Chamber of CommerceBoard of Directors
Sample of Legal Cases
Probate and Trust Administration
Successful.
Education
2006
University of Florida, Fredric G. Levin College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2001
University of Florida
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2011
Your Clients Hate Their Children
Foundational Estate Planning and Asset Protection
2011
Weekly Meeting
Probate for Realtors
2011
Small business workshop
How to protect your small business
2011
Small Business Owner Workshop
Business Succession Planning
2011
Quarterly Conference
Estate Planning for CPAs
2011
Quarterly Conference
Asset Protection for CPAs
2011
Presentation
A customized estate plan
2011
Presentation
Estate planning for unmarried couples
2011
Planned Giving Council
Marketing To The Selfish Donor
2011
John Morgan Presentation
Will vs. Living Trust
2011
John Morgan presentation
Asset Protection
2011
Fred Hunter's Funeral Home presentation
Probate and Asset Protection
2011
Family Lawyers of Broward County
You Thought Half Was Bad: Estate Planning for Family Law Attorneys
2011
Estate Planning Roundtable
You Thought Half Was Bad: Estate Planning Concerns for the Recently Divorced
2011
Estate planning presentation
Estate planning documents
2011
Citibank presentation
High net worth estate planning
2011
Chuch By The Sea
Foundational Estate Planning and Asset Protection
2010
Presentation
Structuring your small business
2010
Gilman Ciocia presentation
New rules - Estate tax
Publications
2011
EzineArticles
What will happen to your small business when you die?
2011
Sun Sentinel
Attorney is Small Business Person of the Year
2011
2011
EzineArticles
Probate: The good, the bad, and the ugly
2011
EzineArticles
Law Firm Size: Big or small, one size does not fit all
2011
EzineArticles
Estate planning holidays: February edition
2011
2011
EzineArticles
Offshore trusts: Protecting you from a litigous society
2011
EzineArticles
Death is merely the beginning: Probate in a nutshell
2011
EzineArticles
How you should structure your small business
2010
EzineArticles
Is a charitable remainder trust right for you?
2010
EzineArticles
A New Year's resolution: Get estate plan in order
2010
2010
EzineArticles
Ensuring your pet's future: The pet Trust
2010
EzineArticles
The estate planning documents that everyone should have
2010
2010
EzineArticles
The probate process: Not as easy as you think
2010
EzineArticles
Will vs. Living Trust: Which is right for me?
2010
EzineArticles
The infinite benefits of a revocable trust
2010
EzineArticles
The need for a special-needs trust
2010
EzineArticles
The many benefits of an irrevocable trust
2010
EzineArticles
The return of the death tax
2010
EzineArticles
Eight basic asset protection techniques
2010
EzineArticles
Why every American needs a Will
2010
EzineArticles
Place your trust in insurance and insurance in Trusts
2010
EzineArticles
Protecting your unmarried partner
2010
EzineArticles
How to avoid conflict when discussing your Will
2010
2010
2010
EzineArticles
Avoiding probate at all costs
2010
EzineArticles
The importance of correctly titling your assets
2010
Sun Sentinel
Michael Wild: A matter of trust
2010
EzineArticles
The Gift Tax - give until it hurts - and it Will
2010
2010
EzineArticles
The revocable living trust and how it helps probate
2010
EzineArticles
Joint ownership as the poor man's Will
2010
EzineArticles
How to obtain Florida domicile
2010
EzineArticles
Keeping insurance proceeds out of your taxable estate
2010
EzineArticles
The professional's guide to asset protection
2010
EzineArticles
Three basic asset protection techniques
2010
EzineArticles
Your IRA may not be protected
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