Jeffrey Howard Skatoff

Jeffrey Howard Skatoff

4.6
Rating: 8.8

Licensed for 34 years

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

3399 Pga Blvd Ste 450, Palm Beach Gardens, FL

About Jeffrey

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Guardianship 20%

33 years | 50 cases

20%
Litigation 20%

33 years | 500 cases

20%
Probate 20%

33 years | 500 cases

20%
Trusts 20%

33 years | 500 cases

20%
Wills and Living Wills 20%

33 years | 500 cases

20%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 22 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 2004

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Maryland for 29 years

State: Maryland

Acquired: 1996

Inactive - Retired

No misconduct found

Licensed in District of Columbia for 29 years

State: District of Columbia

Acquired: 1996

Administratively Suspended - Non-Payment of Dues

No misconduct found

Licensed in Missouri for 34 years

State: Missouri

Acquired: 1991

Inactive

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Jeffrey Howard Skatoff

3399 Pga Blvd Ste 450, Palm Beach Gardens, FL, 33410

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Jeffrey Howard Skatoff's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.6 /5.0

16 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | September 29, 2014 | Estate Planning

Fantastic estate planning lawyer

Jeff Skatoff has the ability to take a complicated set of issues and explain them in a way that is approachable and easy to assimilate. Jeff is thoughtful and knowledgeable in his approach to issues of estate planning documents. I am very satisfied with Jeff's process and with his professionalism.

Posted by anonymous | October 10, 2013 | Wills & Living Wills

Please read this review to avoid months of unprofessional behavior.

I initially contacted Mr. Jeffrey Skatoff due to these reviews. The initial consultation was filled with many offers that once I hired the firm was retracted. I was sent to Jordan Hammer. He will never return your phone calls. He does not review your file and documents. He will complain about hi...s work load and even verbalized "you are not the only client." You will be lucky If you actually get him to pick up your call or return your call. He will not provide you with vital information with regard to your case. His conduct is extremely unprofessional. He will not inform the client of court dates even if a few days away. If you are lucky enough to get him on the phone he will report he has not reviewed important documents. You need to stay on top of him which is impossible. Do not expect he is actually updated on your case. He will not read letters or E-mails. He dropped the ball a few times by not providing the court necessary paper work. It is hard to know which fact he tells you is true as it is constantly changing. The problem seems he is not working on your case. Lawyers at time does the work at the last minute but understand unless you pursue him he does not follow through. He is not fighting for your best interest but does the bare minimum and at time it is poor work. If you try to consult with Mr. Jeffrey Skatoff, as it is his firm, he will defend his associate with legal hogwash and you end up back in the same situation. He does not want to be bothered by client complaint and you are never validated. If you work with the para-professionals they are a bit testy. They will listen and never pass on the information to your attorney. In asking Mr. Hammer who I spoke to he had no idea as they do not consult. But please understand you will be charged with all discussions. If you want simple assistance with your own will they will inform you they will set you up with an appointment but will never follow-through. I asked over five times to all parties including the Attorney but they never assisted me. I strongly suggest you avoid this firm as they are negligent to a fault. Mr. Skatoff will never resolve the problem but will take your money and get rid of you instead.

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Jeffrey Howard Skatoff's Lawyer Endorsements

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Damian Turco

Probate lawyer | Jun 04

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Jeff is an outstanding probate and trust litigation attorney based in Palm Beach Gardens, FL. I worked with Jeff on some law clerk work prior to my becoming an attorney and I've stayed in touch ever since. Jeff's approach to practice is constant mastery of the subject matter. I have observed him move cases to the point of checkmate their outset. I would not hesitate to send him referrals for this type of work."

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Merin Seifer

Probate lawyer | Mar 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Jeff Skatoff and his team are excellent attorneys. His firm has represented my family regarding difficult estate tax issues and done an excellent job. In addition to being great attorneys, Jeff and his firm are responsive, professional, and courteous. I strongly endorse this lawyer."

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Michelle Gee

Litigation lawyer | Jul 12

Relationship: Other

"I sought out Jeff's expertise regarding tax and litigation matters for issues that arose in my own practice. He is undoubtedly an expert in this area, as well as a lawyer of the highest integrity. I recommend Jeff without any reservation."

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Damian Turco

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Michelle Gee

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Jordan Hammer

Probate lawyer

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Jennifer Arthur

Litigation lawyer

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Daniel McGowan

Probate lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.8 (Excellent)

Honors

2016

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2014

AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

1993

Outstanding Attorney Award, United States Department of Justice

Work Experience

2006 - Present

Managing Attorney, Clark Skatoff PA

2003 - 2006

Attorney, Compson Associates

2000 - 2003

Estate Attorney, Wachovia Corporation

1999 - 2000

Estate Attorney, The Lewis Law Firm

1997 - 1999

Associate Attorney, Dow Lohnes & Albertson

1995 - 1997

Associate Attorney, Bryan Cave

1991 - 1995

Trial Attorney, Department Of Justice, Office Of United States Trustee

Associations

Florida Bar Association

Member

Palm Beach County Bar Association

Member

South Palm Beach County Bar Association

Member

American Trial Lawyers Association

Member

Florida Bar Association, Tax Section

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Weiser v Weiser

We Won

MacIntyre v. Wedell

Won

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Education

1996

Georgetown University Law Center

LL.M - Master of Laws

1991

Washington University School of Law

law

1988

Duke University

AB

Speaking Engagements

2005

Will and Trust Drafting for Florida Attorneys

Estate Documentation

Publications

2005

Florida Bar Asset Protection Planning for Florida Residents Under the New Bankruptcy Act

Activity

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