William Battle McQueen

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William Battle McQueen

also known as Bill McQueen

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 37 years

Estate planning Lawyer at Saint Petersburg, FL
Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Business, Probate ... +4 more

100 2nd Avenue South, Suite 200N, Saint Petersburg, FL

Virtual Consultation Available

About William

Biography

Practice Areas

7

Practice Areas

Business 16%

12 years

16%
Estate Planning 16%

12 years

16%
Probate 16%

12 years

16%
Tax 16%

16%
Trusts 16%

12 years

16%
Wills and Living Wills 16%

16%
Other 4%

4%

Fees and Rates

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Awards

AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating

Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 37 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1988

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

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100 2nd Avenue South, Suite 200N, Saint Petersburg, FL, 33701

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100 Second Avenue South, Suite 900, St. Petersburg, FL, 33701

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William Battle McQueen's Reviews

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Posted by Andrew | January 6, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Best Estate Planning Lawyer Around

We hired Bill after interviewing 4 attorneys in town. We found Bill to be the most competent, compassionate, understanding and efficient. In addition to being an excellent estate counsel, he's also an excellent accountant and this combination is crucial for proper estate counsel. He's very accessi...ble, anticipates issues before they arise. It was a complicated estate which he guided us through with ease. We were so pleased with his services that we hired him for our own estate preparation. Bill also employs a staff that match his high standards. Both his assistants and paralegals were excellent and very personable. I'd hire him again (and again) without hesitation. Thanks Bill !

Posted by Wayne | February 8, 2015

Smart, Thorough, Current, Extremely Responsive ... and Compassionate

My siblings, myself and - above all, my mom - are very fortunate to have found Bill McQueen. Though attorneys are, in my mind, one of those professionals one wants direct word-of-mouth referral to, Bill was referred to me through quite a circuitous route; and I could not have been sent to anyone bet...ter. My family needed to re-do virtually all of my mother's legal documents, do substantial work on her finances, and apply for VA A&A, as my mother's health declined, and we had to move her into assisted living. Not only did Bill do an absolutely amazing job with all of this with incredible expertise and efficiency, he also was extremely responsive at every (and I mean EVERY) turn. Not a question, need, suddenly-pressing deadline, or otherwise came up that Bill did not jump on it - and with remarkable thoroughness. Bill has known what to do, how to do it, and where nuances have been necessary in each and every step of this 18-month journey. I feel so much more comfortable with my mother's legal documents and legal work overall, and - beyond that - following all the time and effort Bill and I put into applying for VA A&A for my mom, the benefits were awarded - saving my family more than $12,000 a year in paying for my mom's care. Finally - When one is the midst of doing all he can to help an aging parent in failing health, compassion and concern certainly help. And Bill certainly has quite a bit of both. His approach, demeanor and personality overall have been a help in and of themselves. I would recommend Bill to anyone who needs a lawyer - whether a specialist in elder law or otherwise - and already have. Thank you so very much, Bill - for what you have done as an attorney AND who you are as a human being.

Posted by Sylvia | April 26, 2014

Exceptional, Personal and Professional Attorney on all levels

Bill McQueen was kind enough to handle my late brother's estate last year, and I can't say enough good things about his expertise and caring during this time of sorrow. I live in another state, and Bill kept me informed of what should be done every step of the way, through phone calls, emails and o...ther documents. His attention to detail as well as knowledge in resolving issues gave me a great sense of comfort. Bill exemplifies the true professional in his trade, and I highly recommend his services. Bill is a true friend when you need someone the most.

Posted by Kern | July 13, 2013

Unique Multifaceted Experience

Bill handled my mother's estate closure including all fillings of the trust and obtaining and trust tax ID number. He advised on asset distribution with siblings. In general he made a complicated procedure extremely smooth. His legal expertise, accounting knowledge, and funeral home experience makes ...Bill unique in the field.

Posted by Marjorie | July 11, 2013

The most professional and outstanding attorney

William McQueen was recommended to me by a friend who has worked in the legal field for several years. She advised he is outstanding and the best of the best. Mr. McQueen found and corrected many errors and omissions in my previously filed Will/Trust. He solved many problems and errors created ...by someone else who handled the will/trust. He is friendly, personable and stresses importance of contacting him for any questions or issues I may have. I have complete faith and trust in Mr. McQueen.

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William Battle McQueen's Lawyer Endorsements

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Kalpesh Patel

Estate planning lawyer | Mar 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Attorney McQueen for Estate Planning. His practice is on the forefront of relevant legislation affecting estate planning and asset protection. I highly recommend reaching out to Mr. McQueen to leave your legacy."

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Debra Faulkner

Business lawyer | Jun 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney McQueen is an attorney of exceptional intellect and business acumen. His background as an extraordinarily successful business man gives him first-hand knowledge of the unique challenges and benefits of representing business owners and their families. Attorney McQueen is not only a stellar example of a family and business leader, but also an outstanding attorney."

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David Siddall

Estate planning lawyer | Aug 13

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Richard Kantner

Estate planning lawyer | Jul 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Bill for numerous years and have found him to be trustworthy, professional, and an excellent lawyer. I endorse this lawyer."

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David Siddall

Estate planning lawyer

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David Abbey

Litigation lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2021

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2015

Certified Exit Planner, Business Enterprise Institute

2013

A/V rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2011

Leadership Award, St. Anthony's Hospital Foundation

2005

Distinguished Citizen Award - St. Petersburg, West Central Florida Boy Scouts of America

1987

Order of the Coif, University of Florida Levin College of Law

N/A

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

1900 - Present

Partner, Legacy Protection Lawyers

2012 - 2013

Principal and Consultant, Graystone Associates, Inc.

2011 - 2011

President & COO, Sabal Trust Company

1995 - 2010

President & CEO, Anderson-McQueen Company

1989 - 1995

Attorney & Shareholder, Cohrs McQueen & Ford, P.A.

1988 - 1989

Associate, Fowler White Gillen Boggs Villareal & Banker

1983 - 1985

CPA, Arthur Andersen

Associations

2015 - Present

Suncoast Estate Planning Council

Board Member

2014 - Present

The Salvation Army - St. Petersburg Command

Board of Advisors

2014 - Present

St. Petersburg Bar Association

Chairperson - Strategic Planning Committee

2013 - Present

National Association of Elder Law Attorneys (Florida Chapter)

Member

2013 - Present

ElderCounsel

Member

2013 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

2012 - Present

Florida Bar, Real Property, Probate and Trust Law Section

Member

1992 - Present

US Tax Court

Member

1991 - Present

Greater St. Petersburg YMCA

Trustee & Past Chairperson

1988 - Present

Florida Bar

Member

1988 - Present

St. Petersburg Bar Association

Member

2016 - 2017

St. Petersburg Bar Association

President-Elect

2014 - 2016

St. Petersburg Bar Association

Treasurer & Executive Committee member

Education

2013

University of Miami School of Law

LL.M - Master of Laws

1994

St. Petersburg College

AS

1987

University of Florida, Fredric G. Levin College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1983

University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2016

Planned Gifting Symposium - 2016

Successfully Incorporating Charity into the Business Exit Plan

2015

Seminar

Business Succession Planning

2015

Annual Convention

Business Succession - Engaging the Next Generation

2015

10th Annual WEDU Estate Planning & Tax Conference

Wealth Through the Ages: Blueprints for Success

2014

Certified Operators Crematory Program

Policies, Procedures & Legal Requirements

2014

Annual Convention

Business Succession Planning

2014

Annual Convention

Asset Protection Planning for Business Owners

Publications

2016

American Funeral Director Estate Planning for Funeral Home Owner

1986

University of Florida Law Review Real Property: Legal Estoppel and Sovereignty Lands - Rough Waters Ahead

Languages

English

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