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Jay Lawrence Kauffman
About Jay
Biography
Jay Kauffman was born and raised in Cherry Hill, NJ, earned a Bachelor of Arts degree with Honors in Economics from Rutgers College and his Juris Doctor degree from The University of Texas School of Law.
As a lawyer, Jay has devoted more than 20 years to helping clients protect their parents and their inheritances by litigating over guardianships, estates, and trusts in Florida courts. Jay advises guardians, personal representatives, and trustees regarding their rights and responsibilities, serves as a fiduciary himself when appropriate, and has testified as an expert witness on probate, trust, and guardianship attorneys’ fees.
Outside of the office, Jay is a devoted husband and proud father of two good, strong, beautiful daughters who enjoys cooking, traveling, and reading.
Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
Probate
34%
26 years | 100 cases
Guardianship
33%
26 years | 100 cases
Trusts
33%
26 years | 100 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
$ 500-500 per hour
Contingency
33%-40%
Retainer
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Florida for 29 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 1996
No misconduct found
Location
The Law Office of Jay L Kauffman PA
4800 N. Federal Hwy., Suite 108D, Boca Raton, FL, 33431
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Jay Lawrence Kauffman's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Jay Kauffman is an excellent probate attorney in Florida. I've known Jay for years and knew of him before we even met. His practice is limited to probate, estates and trusts and related guardianship and property matters. Jay has an outstanding knowledge of these areas of Florida probate law and is professional at all times. He cares about his clients and is a strong, intelligent voice and advocate for his clients. Jay Kauffman is a great probate lawyer."
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Experience
Work Experience
2019 - Present
Principal, The Law Office of Jay L. Kauffman, P.A.
2016 - 2019
Counsel, Day Pitney, LLP
2010 - 2016
Associate, Chapin, Ballerano & Cheslack
2005 - 2010
Partner, Herb & Kauffman, P.A.
2000 - 2005
Associate, Herb & Mednick, P.A.
Associations
2000 - Present
Florida Bar, Real Property, Probate and Trust LawAttorney Member
2000 - Present
South Palm Beach County Bar AssociationAttorney Member
2000 - Present
Florida Bar, Elder Law SectionAttorney Member
2000 - Present
Florida Bar, Litigation SectionAttorney Member
1996 - Present
Florida BarAttorney Member
Education
1996
University of Texas School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1993
Rutgers University, New Brunswick/Piscataway
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Publications
2022
Practice Under Florida Probate Code
Chapter 3, Jurisdiction
2020
Practice Under Florida Probate Code
Chapter 3, Jurisdiction
2018
Practice Under Florida Probate Code
Chapter 3, Jurisdiction
2016
Practice Under Florida Probate Code
Chapter 3, Jurisdiction
2014
Practice Under Florida Probate Code
Chapter 3, Jurisdiction
2012
Practice Under Florida Probate Code
Chapter 3, Jurisdiction
2010
Practice Under Florida Probate Code
Chapter 3, Jurisdiction
2009
Litigation Under Florida Probate Code
Chapter 4, Rights of the Surviving Family
2009
Litigation Under Florida Probate Code
Chapter 14, Appellate Practice in Probate
2008
Practice Under Florida Probate Code
Chapter 3, Jurisdiction
2007
Litigation Under Florida Probate Code
Chapter 4, Rights of the Surviving Family
2007
Litigation Under Florida Probate Code
Chapter 14, Appellate Practice in Probate
2006
Practice Under Florida Probate Code
Chapter 3, Jurisdiction
2005
Litigation Under Florida Probate Code
Chapter 4, Rights of the Surviving Family
2005
Litigation Under Florida Probate Code
Chapter 14, Appellate Practice in Probate
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
I received formal notice from probate division RE: guardianship of a minor and It says I am required to serve written defenses
24 Nov 2021
Q&A
Who is able to correct a survivorship deed when the owner is deceased?
22 Nov 2021
Q&A
Is the homestead property part of the estate?
14 Nov 2021