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Biography
When not running my law firm and helping clients, I am a busy father to four children. On the weekends, we boat, fish, and barbeque with other families in Hobe Sound. And I usually serve as an assistant coach to one of my son's soccer teams.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Guardianship
20%
33 years | 50 cases
Litigation
20%
33 years | 500 cases
Probate
20%
33 years | 500 cases
Trusts
20%
33 years | 500 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Florida for 22 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 2004
No misconduct found
Licensed in Maryland for 29 years
State: Maryland
Acquired: 1996
No misconduct found
Licensed in District of Columbia for 29 years
State: District of Columbia
Acquired: 1996
No misconduct found
Licensed in Missouri for 34 years
State: Missouri
Acquired: 1991
No misconduct found
Location
Law Offices of Jeffrey Howard Skatoff
3399 Pga Blvd Ste 450, Palm Beach Gardens, FL, 33410
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Showing 1 - 4 of 4 reviews | General Knowledge
Posted by Lorraine Pierce | October 09, 2025 | Probate
Grateful to Mr.Skatoff
I had the honor and blessed to have met Mr.Skatoff and speak with him concerning my probate matters.He took the time without charge to consort with me concerning my probate and I had called him twice.He truly cares about people ,their needs,wants and concerns without being a client..It shows he whole...
Posted by Stuart | June 25, 2014 | Estate Planning
A Special Person & Lawyer
I have a complex family estate and trust situation full of family acrimony. I sought counsel with Mr Skatoff after visiting with many other lawyers and being well versed in commecial and professional litigation. Mr. Skatoff is heads and shoulders above his peers. He has the utmost compassion, prof...
Posted by anonymous | January 16, 2012 | Trusts
Great probate lawyer
Mr. Skatoff handled our trust dispute flawlessly. Professional, diligent, aggressive, and smart.
Posted by anonymous | July 13, 2011 | Probate
Competent & Ethical versus incompetent and unethical
Out of approx. 9 lawyers involved, in in one manner or other, in an estate case, Jeffrey Skatoff was the only one in my opinion who was both competent and ethical.
Jeffrey Howard Skatoff's Lawyer Endorsements
"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."
"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."
"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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Experience
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
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
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
My father died and left a business owned by him and brother, how do I find out if he still owns the store legally?
31 Jul 2014
Q&A
Can my sister enter my mothers house right after she dies or does she have to wait for the will to be read and gone to probate
02 Jul 2013
Q&A
The executor of my father's estate is not responding to a request for docs as to how the money was spent
30 Jun 2013