John Jeffrey Pankauski

John Jeffrey Pankauski

3.7
Rating: 8.3

Licensed for 32 years

Trusts Lawyer at West Palm Beach, FL
Practice Areas: Trusts, Wills & Living Wills, Litigation ... +2 more

415 S Olive Ave, West Palm Beach, FL

About John

Biography

Practice Areas

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Hourly Rates

$ 575-575 per hour

Contingency

10%-50%


Payment Methods

  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 32 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1993

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Massachusetts for 32 years

State: Massachusetts

Acquired: 1993

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Pankauski Lazarus PLLC

415 S Olive Ave, West Palm Beach, FL, 33401

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John Jeffrey Pankauski's Reviews

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3.7 /5.0

6 Client Reviews

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Posted by Hudson | July 9, 2025 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Laughable John is Housewives reject

Saw the review where attorney John was rejected by Housewives Series. Really? That did not happen. Sounds like someone saw his photo with the Housewives star and for some other non-television related reason, or motive, wanted to toss in he was rejected. Quite the opposite. I wanted to build a show ar...ound John as he has enormous presence - and is supremely bright and charismatic. He also had his own show he was developing - so no, folks, not true about John being a reject. I also can guess the Housewife star still daydreams about him. Skip all that, though. My take is if he is in a room and there is a fight, he will be the last person standing.

Posted by Benny | June 11, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Stay Away

Stay away if you want true legal representation Unprofessional, to say the least John, with the greasy hair was rejected as a Real Housewife member and is more of a used car salesman. The embodiment of White Privilege and supremacy. Their revenue comes from suing their own clients after they have... tanked your case.

Posted by roy | August 24, 2019 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

very unproffessional

After an initial consultation by phone I was told my case would require a sizeable retainer. I agreed and said I would work on securing the money. There were several emails initiated by Pankauski Hauser that included language like "John has no problem suing….and our firm would certainly owe all dut...ies of loyality to you...", " [Partner] recommends we begin our investigation as soon as possible... Once we are hired,...we will be able to schedule a meeting." "...please feel free to let us know if you decide to retain us." I answered, "I do intend on retaining your services, however I do need to secure the $XX,000.00 retainer first." I said it would be August (the following month) before the funds were available and Mr. Pankauski said to call him then. I secured the funds, I called Mr. Pankauski and he declined to represent me. I think I was misled. You decide.

Posted by Arthur | February 2, 2017 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

A true professional

John is the consummate professional. My dealings with him have been numerous and, without failure, have been positive. When in need of John's services, I would not hesitate to recommend him.

Posted by Linda | October 8, 2014

I HIGHLY RECOMMEND JOHN PANKAUSKI & HIS LAW FIRM

The Pankauski Law Firm was my advocate in every possible aspect regarding the litigation and dispute over the probate of a will and trust, discovery of assets, assistance in the administration of a trust. No matter how busy John Pankauski was, my phone calls & emails were always returned promptl...y. The personal attention, dedication and relentless emails, motions, and phone calls to the opposing counsel made for a successful outcome of the case. Mr. Pankauski and his firm, had worked seamlessly with other professionals including the Estate’s CPA , Financial Advisor, and other law leading to a successful outcome. The Pankauski Law Firm successfully secured copies of all documents and the release of estate assets, which had not been accomplished prior to Mr. Pankauski’s involvement and perseverance with the Financial Institution holding up the process. In this hectic, impersonal and fast paced world that we live in it’s a comfort and relief to have a professional law organization, which represents the client’s interest above and beyond all expectations. Always handling me with dignity, compassion, honesty and impeccable knowledge along with incredible speed in facilitating the optimum results, is what I appreciated on a daily basis. An additional plus is the manner in which all of the professionals at the Pankauski Law Firm work so well together. I truly has an impeccable team of people headed by John Pankauski, who eagerly worked with me 100% of the time with such a pleasant manner. I will always be so grateful and highly recommend him and his firm to everyone that I know.

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John Jeffrey Pankauski's Lawyer Endorsements

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Charles Cray

Guardianship lawyer | Feb 24

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I’ve collaborated with John and his team in some really tough matters and I endorse him and I am so thankful for his guidance and continue to refer clients to him in contested matters. He’s a legend!"

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Michael Brevda

Nursing home abuse and neglect lawyer | Sep 16

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"John is an excellent probate attorney who is willing to take on will contest cases on contingency. I have used him on one of my nursing home neglect cases where there was an issue in the probate court. I recommend his work."

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Arthur Schofield

Probate lawyer | Oct 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"John's knowledge an experience in the area of probate litigation is top notch. Well respected by his colleagues and praised by clients. I do not hesitate in referring clients."

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Experience

Rating:  8.3 (Excellent)

Honors

2013

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2013

Top Lawyers in Florida, Florida Legal Network

Work Experience

2006 - Present

Managing Partner, Pankauski Lazarus PLLC

Associations

2014 - Present

University of Miami Alumni Association

Member

1986 - Present

Pi Kappa Alpha

Brother

Education

1993

University of Miami School of Law

LL.M - Master of Laws

1992

Suffolk University Law School

Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor

1989

University of Massachusetts, Amherst

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2013

Florida Bar Course

Ethics and Estate Planners: Protecting Your Clients and Preserving Your Practice

2013

Florida Bar

10 Things Estate Planners & Probate Attorneys Need to Improve & Protect Their Practice

2013

Broward County Bar Association

10 Things Estate Planners & Probate Attorneys Need to Improve & Protect Their Practice

2013

American Bar Association, Real Property, Trust and Estate Law Section

The Clash Between Estate Planning and Family Law: When 'Til Death Do Us Part Becomes 'Til Divorce Do Us Part

2012

The Ethics of Probate Planning in Family Law: When 'Til Death Do Us Part Becomes 'Til Divorce Do Us Part

The Ethics of Probate Planning in Family Law: When 'Til Death Do Us Part Becomes 'Til Divorce Do Us Part

2012

Probate & Property

When Worlds Collide

2012

Guardianship Litigation: Hot Topics & Trends

Guardianship Litigation: Hot Topics & Trends

2012

American Law Institute

Accessory After the Fact: Fixing Will & Trust Mistakes in Court

2012

American Bar Association, Taxation Section

Contesting, Correcting & Changing Your Estate Documents: Why Your Documents are Alive Even After You’re Dead!

Publications

2011

ABA Journal Let's Make a Deal- Small Firms find Big Deals on Office Space

2006

The Florida Bar Journal Punitive Damages Against Fiduciaries: Leaving Hoppe Behind & Allowing Punitive Damages Where Equitable Relief is Sought, Part I

Languages

English

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