Diane Ilene Zuckerman

Diane Ilene Zuckerman

5.0
Rating: 9.6

Licensed for 38 years

Estate planning Lawyer at Tampa, FL
Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Medical Malpractice, Probate, Power Of Attorney

412 E Madison St Ste 824, Tampa, FL

About Diane

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Estate Planning 40%

Wills, Trusts, Durable Power of Attorney, Health Care Surrogate, Living Wills, Deeds

19 years | 250 cases

40%
Medical Malpractice 40%

Diane's career has included several years a medical malpractice attorney and a registered nurse. She currently represents patients injured by hospital negligence.

34 years | 350 cases

40%
Probate 10%

Estate Administration, Will Contests, Undue Influence, Lack of Testamentary Capacity and Trust Litigation

18 years | 150 cases

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 38 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1988

Retired

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Diane Ilene Zuckerman

412 E Madison St Ste 824, Tampa, FL, 336024619

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Diane Ilene Zuckerman's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

23 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 23 reviews | 5 stars

Posted by Quentin | October 10, 2019 | Hired Attorney

Needed help with estate planning

Diane was so helpful. She made clear what was needed and executed the documents in a timely manner. We highly recommend her.

Posted by Richard | July 13, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning

Excellent Lawyer; Great Partner With Clients

Diane Zuckerman was referred to my by a lawyer friend who gave her his highest recommendation. I engaged Diane to help me with my mother's estate, will, HCPOA, etc. a number of years ago. Even though I live in Ohio and Diane is based in Tampa, near my mother, the distance factor never effected our ...relationship, her responsiveness, the quality of her work product, or our ability to work together. Diane reviewed and updated all of my mother's estate and related documents and kept them current with Florida law and legal practice for many years. When my mother passed away earlier this year, Diane was superb in advising me on how to handle the estate and performed several important tasks. She is an excellent lawyer. And, as important, she is an excellent partner with her clients. She cares about the client's situation and provides whatever help is necessary to facilitate smooth and legally rigorous handling of legal matters. I give my highest and unqualified recommendation to Diane Zuckerman. Richard, Ph D Dayton, Ohio

Posted by Mark | June 07, 2018 | Hired Attorney

Diane Made The Complicated Simple

I cannot say enough good things about my experience working with Diane. I called Diane about help interpreting a will and she took the time to not only explain the different parts of the legal document and how this effected how the will was governed but offered suggestions and options for dealing w...ith my unique situation and the challenge I was trying to work through. In addition, Diane was ready to offer introductions to others locally that could be helpful in resolving the issues I was trying to address. The law is so complicated and Diane was able to take the time to clearly answer my questions in a language that was easy for me to understand. She was also compassionate regarding my situation as I imagine most of these situations are very sensitive in nature. Finally, Diane was very timely in returning calls and reviewing the work I had requested of her. I would definitely hire her again.

Posted by Sean | October 08, 2017 | Elder Law

Patient and knowledgeable

I will be moving my mother to a Memory Care facility soon and have had many questions about the road I have ahead. Diane met with me and answered questions, offered advice, and told me about certain issues i should be looking for. She sat with me until I felt I had the information I needed to begin... the work I needed to do. As I am sure there will be many more questions and concerns I will certainly be hiring Diane for and future needs.

Posted by anonymous | October 03, 2017 | Estate Planning

Knowledgeable and experienced attorney, takes her time researching

Diane was easy to work with via phone, email and in person. She researched my specific situation before giving excellent verifiable advice which I acted upon protecting current and future assets. I would recommend her to my family and friends.

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Diane Ilene Zuckerman's Lawyer Endorsements

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Steven Ruth

Unknown lawyer | May 18

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer. I have supervised Diane early in her legal career as well as referred to her, over many years, numerous clients needing guardianship advice and other matters involving elder law. She is always pleasant and a well trained advocate for her clients."

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Mark Perenich

Nursing home abuse and neglect lawyer | Sep 17

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I've worked with Diane on numerous cases, she is delightful to work with. Diane is intelligent and unrelenting in the legal arena. She also have invaluable experience that has benefited her clients in numerous ways."

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Michael Perenich

Probate lawyer | Sep 17

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I had the privilege and opportunity to work with Diane, and I must say that she is among the best and brightest attorneys I have worked with. It is difficult to find attorneys so compassionate, talented, and driven. I am happy endorse Diane, and I look forward to working with her in the future."

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James Brehm

Estate planning lawyer | Jul 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with Diane for many years as both a colleague and a client of hers. Diane has tremendous expertise in her fields of estate planning, guardianship, and elder law. She combines this with a degree of caring and compassion for her clients unsurpassed in any other lawyer I have met. When I needed estate planning help for my own family, Diane is the lawyer I trusted."

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Michael Kohl

Probate lawyer | Jun 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Very knowledgeable in practice area."

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Karen Mallin

Probate lawyer | Jun 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly recommend and endorse Diane Zuckerman. Not only have I worked with her for 10 years as a fellow attorney in litigation matters, I have also retained her to assist me in preparing my own family's estate documents. Ms. Zuckerman is professional and kind hearted, and she is highly experienced and knowledgeable in her field. I trust her as a fellow attorney, and I trust her as a client."

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Adam Cordover

Elder law lawyer | Mar 02

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Diane is one of the most compassionate, diligent attorneys that I know. She takes the time to sit down with clients, explain their estate planning options, and figure out the best solution for their situation. I not only endorse this lawyer, but I regularly refer my clients to Diane for their estate planning needs."

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Justine Adamski

Guardianship lawyer | Jan 29

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer, not only in Guardianship matters, but all civil matters. I had the pleasure to work with her for many years, and always found her to have a strong work ethic and set of values we should all strive to achive. She has always represented her clients vigorously, amd can offer a unique insight into the legal process."

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Barbara Chapman

Guardianship lawyer | Jan 26

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. I had the pleasure of working with Diane for several years, and always found her to be a highly skilled, knowledgable, and professional attorney. Diane is always willing to go the extra mile and I would highly reccomend her."

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Damien Hoffman

Guardianship lawyer | Jan 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Diane not only for guardianship matters, but for all types of cases. Having worked with her over the past 12+ years, I know the attention and expertise she gives to every issue."

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Kathryn Everlove-Stone

Elder law lawyer | Jan 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Diane is an exceptionally good attorney. I have referred clients to her in the past and have been very pleased with the outcomes she was able to achieve. Diane cares about her clients and is completely dedicated to them. Her personality is warm and welcoming. She will take good care of you!"

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Colleen O'Rourke

Guardianship lawyer

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Jennifer Beltz

Medical malpractice lawyer

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Steven Ruth

Personal injury lawyer

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Damien Hoffman

Medical malpractice lawyer

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Keith Carter

Medical malpractice lawyer

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Malinda Lugo

Health care lawyer

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Michael Perenich

Personal injury lawyer

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Robert Walton

Guardianship lawyer

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Michael Kohl

Mediation lawyer

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Karen Mallin

Medical malpractice lawyer

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Mark Perenich

Nursing home abuse and neglect lawyer

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Fredric Zinober

Lawsuits and disputes lawyer

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Kara Evans

Elder law lawyer

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Justine Adamski

Medical malpractice lawyer

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Kathryn Everlove-Stone

Estate planning lawyer

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Barbara Chapman

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Adam Cordover

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Experience

Rating:  9.6 (Superb)

Honors

2016

Top 1%, Americas Most Honored

2015

AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2013

AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2012

AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2011

AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2010

AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

2009 - Present

Attorney, Law Firm of Diane Zuckerman LLC

1998 - 2009

Attorney, Stephens Lynn Klein La Cava Hoffman & Puya, PA

1994 - 1998

Attorney, Somers and Associates

1988 - 1994

Attorney, Beltz & Ruth, PA

Associations

2010 - Present

Tampa Bay Estate Planning Council

2009 - Present

Kiwanis of Tampa Bay

2009 - Present

Florida Bar, Elder Law Section

2009 - Present

Real Estate Real Property Section Florida Bar

1988 - Present

Florida Bar

Sample of Legal Cases

Guardianship

Mom won.

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Education

1986

University of Florida, Fredric G. Levin College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

N/A

University of South Florida

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2016

Autism Speaks

Guardian Advocate

2014

Guardianship Association of Pinellas County

Eligibility Requirements for ICP Medicaid

2010

Lunch and Learn

Medicaid Planning Strategies

Publications

2016

Florida Bar, Elder Law Advocate Probate and Guardianship Case Law Review

2015

Florida Bar, Elder Law Advocate Probate and Guardianship Case Law Review

2014

Florida Bar, Elder Law Advocate Probate and Guardianship Case Law Review

2013

Florida Bar, Elder Law Advocate Case Law Updates

2011

Florida Bar, Elder Law Advocate Summary of Selected Caselaw

Languages

English

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