Adam Troy Rauman

Adam Troy Rauman

3.0
Rating: 8.1

Licensed for 15 years

Estate planning Lawyer at Largo, FL
Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Probate, Elder Law ... +2 more

1920 East Bay Drive, Largo, FL

About Adam

Biography

Practice Areas

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Practice Areas

Estate Planning 34%

Estate Tax Planning, Creating a Will, Powers of Attorneys, Designation of Health Care Surrogates, Living Wills, Trusts, Limiting estate taxes, Creating/updating beneficiaries on plans such as life insurance, IRAs and 401(k)s, Income Tax Preparation (Individual, Business, Estate, ect.), Family Limited Partnerships, Income Tax Planning, Gifting Tax Plans,

16 years

34%
Probate 30%

Probate is the legal process used to carry out a person's will after their death; a probate attorney advises you on how to perform the steps in the process. In general, once you have identified and collected the dead person's belongings, including their money, property, and other assets, you pay the person's debts and taxes. Once all debts have been paid, you distribute their money and property according to the language of the will. If there is no will, the laws of the state where the dead perso

16 years

30%
Elder Law 14%

Estate Tax Planning, Creating a Will, Powers of Attorneys, Designation of Health Care Surrogates, Living Wills, Trusts, Limiting estate taxes, Creating/updating beneficiaries on plans such as life insurance, Establishing a guardian, Naming an executor, Setting up funeral arrangements, Gifting Tax Plans, Disability Planning, Estate Planning, Health Care Decisions, Long-Term Insurance, Medicaid Planning, Nursing Home Issues, Retirement Living, Retirement Planning, & Social Security Planning

16 years

14%
Corporate and Incorporation 12%

A corporation is a formal way to organize your business to gain rights and privileges, and to limit your personal liability. There may be tax and financial advantages to incorporation, but it can also increase your business licensing fees and decrease the amount of personal control you have in running your business. There are many legal consequences to incorporation, so it's a good idea to consult an attorney specializing in corporate law. A corporate attorney also represents shareholders unhapp

16 years

12%
Business 10%

Business Entity Formation / Incorporation, Startup Advice, Partnership Agreements, LLC Operating Agreements, Shareholder Agreements, Joint Ventures, Mergers and Acquisitions, Purchase and Sale Agreements, (Buy/Sale Agreements), Due Diligence, Contract Drafting, Contract Review, Contract Disputes, Breach of Contract Litigation, State of Florida Business Requirements, Business Document Review and Consulting, Debt Collections, Non-Compete Agreements, Leases, Litigation, & Business Tax Planning

16 years

10%

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 15 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 2010

Member in Good Standing

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Location

Preservation Law Firm

1920 East Bay Drive, Largo, FL, 33771

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Adam Troy Rauman's Reviews

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3.0 /5.0

2 Client Reviews

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Posted by Liz | August 09, 2024 | Real Estate

Condescending and Unhelpful — A Bad Look For A Good Firm.

Two years ago, I had a real estate issue and visited the firm seeking guidance. Attorney Martha Bolton was gracious as she met with me, listening attentively to understand my situation. Even though she explained that my matter was outside the firm's scope of practice, she provided me with resources... leaving me in a far better position than when I showed up just an hour earlier. That matter has progressed and now encompasses a larger legal scope. Today, I called the office asking to speak with Attorney Bolton. Adam answered the phone (Attorney Adam Rauman, I would later learn from the firm's website), and it was evident from the onset that he was bothered to have to be doing so. What followed felt more like an interrogation than a conversation, with him interrupting me at least three times in less than as many minutes to 'correct' me. Adam's attitude, tone, disposition, and overall professional demeanor were absolutely appalling during our conversation - so much so that I'm compelled to warn others, and provide him a stark reminder that he works in a service-based industry. Having specific legal knowledge doesn't elevate him above others; it simply means he's well-versed in a particular subject, just as we all possess expertise in our own areas. If client interactions pose such a challenge for Adam, perhaps the firm would be better served by keeping him focused on legal work behind the scenes. A skilled attorney doesn't always translate to a skilled communicator. Prioritizing his strengths while shielding clients from his shortcomings could benefit everyone involved. In such an esteemed field as the legal profession where compassion and respect are paramount, Attorney Adam Rauman's conduct was not only unprofessional but utterly disgraceful, and stands in stark contrast to my prior positive experience with Attorney Martha Bolton.

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Replied last March 11, 2025

Elizabeth Dederer was never a client of our firm, and she inquired about an area of law that we do not practice. If she had called any other firm regarding a legal matter outside their area of expertise, she would have been directed elsewhere before even speaking with an attorney. At O'Connor Law Firm, we take pride in personally answering phone calls. Usually, our staff handles these calls. However, when Ms. Dederer called, we were busy managing multiple other calls, so I answered the phone myself. Typically, when someone contacts us about an area of law that we do not handle, we quickly inform them that we cannot assist, allowing them to continue their search for suitable representation. Unfortunately, I was unable to do this effectively with Ms. Dederer. After confirming that she was neither an existing nor a past client and realizing that we could not help with her legal issue, I attempted to explain this to her. Despite my efforts, she insisted on detailing her legal matter and requesting advice. I regret that Ms. Dederer felt I was curt during our conversation. I had exhausted all means of conveying that we could not assist her, short of hanging up the phone.

Posted by Paula Rockwell | January 28, 2013

Mr. Rauman was a true blessing!

Mr. Rauman was both kind and compassionate. He took the time to genuinely listen to me and to answer my questions. Most of all he was honest. I was very impressed by him and cannot thank him enough for his kindness and professionalism.

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Adam Troy Rauman's Lawyer Endorsements

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Sandra Diaz

Probate lawyer | Apr 04

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"When I had a complicated estate and probate matter that involved Florida as well as California I was referred to Adam. He was very helpful and was able to handle the Florida issues with the estate and probate so my client could be taken care of. I recommend Adam for his expertise and level of service. He responded to my clients questions immediately which you don't often see with attorneys! Thank you Adam for your help!"

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James Morgan

Estate planning lawyer | Apr 04

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"As a lawyer myself I knew I needed to refer my client to a well respected lawyer in Florida to handle a client's trust. Adam Rauman was great to deal with, was up to date with the laws and put my client into a safe place with their money. I recommend Adam for anyone needing help with trusts & probate."

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Brian Arrighi

Estate planning lawyer | Oct 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Adam Rauman has a wide range of knowledge in elder law and estate planning. I highly recommend him."

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Michael Waddington

Family lawyer | Jun 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Adam. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Tatiana Kadetskaya

Unknown lawyer | Jun 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Excellent attorney. Well respected."

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Howard Roitman

Estate planning lawyer | Nov 09

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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James Frederick

Probate lawyer | Oct 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Rauman and I practice in some of the same areas of law, so I have had the opportunity to review a great many answers he has written for Avvo askers. I find that I not only agree with his legal analysis, but that Attorney Rauman goes out of his way to provide helpful, practical advice. He is a great resource for the Avvo community and reflects very well on the younger generation of attorneys. James Frederick"

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Jesse Berkowitz

Estate planning lawyer | Oct 11

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Rauman is a top notch estate planning attorney. He has an amazing ablility to make the complex and difficult rather easy for the lay person to understand. That is the true test of one's knowledge on a particular subject. He not only knows the law but is also a caring and sympathetic individual that takes personal pride in his profession. I would certainly recommend Adam Rauman!"

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Derek Lucas

Estate planning lawyer | May 09

Relationship: Co-worker

"Adam is a very competent and knowledgeable attorney. Adam does a great job explaining complicated legal and financial issues to his clients in a way that is easy to understand. He is a great communicator and truly cares about his clients. I have no reservations in endorsing this attorney."

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Experience

Rating:  8.1 (Excellent)

Honors

2009

The William F. Blews Pro Bono Service Award, Stetson University College of Law

Work Experience

2014 - Present

Attorney at Law, O'Connor & Associates

2012 - 2014

Attorney, Boss, Arrighi, & Hoag, P.L.

2011 - 2012

Attorney at Law, Ferraez & Lucas

2010 - 2011

Attorney at Law, Sunne & Associates, P.A.

2009 - 2014

Financial Securities Expert Witness, Adam T. Rauman

1995 - 2009

Finanical Advisor, Various Companies

Associations

Florida Bar

St. Petersburg Bar Association

Education

2009

Stetson University College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1995

Florida State University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2012

Wealth Builders REEA, Inc

Using LLCs to buy investment real estate

Languages

English

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