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also known as Rep DeLoach, D. "Rep" DeLoach, III
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I was fortunate to grow up in Pinellas County with my father as a well-known and respected attorney and community leader. When I started thinking about my own career, my father told me that he loved going to work every day and helping his clients the best way he could. With my father’s encouragement, my own passion for helping others and my love of creative problem solving, I knew that practicing estate planning and elder law was the career path for me. You will know I love my work as clients love working with us as well!
My estate planning and elder law practice is more than just my profession – it is my life’s passion. I understand the difficult decisions that my clients face when they are planning their estates, when they are experiencing health issues, and the affect their decisions have on their children upon their death. With the knowledge and the desire to help with the best solutions possible, I know that my clients are getting an estate plan that they, and their family, can rely upon to make sure they are provided for, their family is protected, and their legacy lasts for as long as possible.
I have been practicing law for almost 20 years and have seen a number of changes to our estate planning world. While estate taxes had been eliminated for many, I still saw problems occurring when a client died or became incapacitated. For years, I created my estate plans with a traditional “transaction” based mindset, where my clients paid for prepared documents and I provided them directions on how to “fund” their estate plan on their own. After seeing multiple problems occur with the “transaction” based mindset, I came to the conclusion that I should not just prepare a will or trust for my clients and expect the plan to work upon their death or incapacity. The reality is that the estate plan that actually works is where the attorney and client follow a clear process to create and implement a personalized estate plan together.
I take pride in giving each client personal attention, practical advice, timely assistance, and clear communication based upon their individual situation. We will take our time in discussing you, your family, your desires and your assets before deciding how to best proceed. I speak in plain English and know that you will understand the issues you face and how best to answer your concerns. Together, we will develop and implement an estate plan that follows your desires, protects you and yours heirs, and provides you piece of mind.
In choosing your estate planning and elder law attorney, you need someone with integrity, someone with the passion to help, someone friendly, and someone who you can rely upon to make the best decisions possible. I am certain you will find that working with me at DeLoach, Hofstra & Cavonis, P.A.
Professional Achievements of Rep DeLoach:
§ Board Certified Specialist in Elder Law by the Florida Bar Association. Rep is one of 98 attorneys Board Certified in Elder Law by the Florida Bar Association.
§ Author of 20 Ways to Protect your Estate in Florida.
§ Frequent lecturer to the public and other attorneys on estate planning and elder law issues.
§ Constant attendant of legal seminars to stay on top of the law and prevailing legal trends.
§ Member of Wealthcounsel, a national organization of professional estate planning attorneys.
§ Member of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys.
§ Member of the Academy of Florida Elder Law Attorneys.
§ Member of the Life Care Planning Law Firms Association.
§ Member of the Board of Directors of Empath Choices for Care, a local not-for profit devoted to end-of-life decisions.
§ Former Executive Board member of SPCA Tampa Bay.
§ Former Board member of the Seminole Chamber of Commerce.
§ Actually returns your phone calls and e-mails.
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26 years | 1,000 cases
26 years | 1,000 cases
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State: Florida
Acquired: 1999
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Posted by Heidi | July 19, 2024 | Consulted Attorney
I had a number of questions regarding the complexities of my husband's Medicaid. Rep was compassionate, easygoing and incredibly knowledgeable. I had been feeling a lot of confusion prior to meeting with Rep and unable to sort it out from online searches about Medicaid. I feel lucky to have found hi...
Posted by anonymous | June 26, 2024 | Consulted Attorney
I went for an initial consultation regarding my mother with whom I am her sole caregiver. I had many questions and Rep took the time to answer each one and provided guidance to help as I make decisions for her future. I highly recommend Rep if you are seeking guidance and answers regarding the car...
Posted by Mike | November 12, 2023 | Hired Attorney
Met with Rep DeLoach, and he was fantastic. He was very patient, knowledgeable, and treated our case with the utmost importance and professionalism. Highly recommend
Posted by Steve | October 20, 2022 | Hired Attorney
Mr. DeLoch, and his excellent staff, handled my Probate matters in a very efficient and timely matter. They pay close attention to all matters that can effect outcome and are very responsive to phone and email inquiries. Additionally, they provided excellent information regarding non-probate related ...
Posted by Lewis Niad | September 3, 2021 | Consulted Attorney
I'm an attorney. I have care issues regarding my mother. Rep was very kind, considerate, and knowledgeable. I explained my issues. Though the issues I have are not the kind that Rep handles, he told me where I stood so I could make important decisions.
"Rep and his firm are dedicated to their clients, and ensuring they have a great experience with the firm is always top of mind for him and his team. If any of my friends or family members were in need of a Florida estate planning lawyer, I would send them to Rep without hesitation."
"As an attorney, I am very picky with the attorneys I hire or endorse. Rep was a pleasure to work with, and his office was attentive and courteous. Estate planning is a sensitive area, and Rep explained everything clearly. I would highly recommend him and his office."
"I endorse this lawyer. Rep Deloach is a dedicated, knowledgeable, and hard working attorney. He has handled many Probate, and Elder Law matters for my nursing home abuse clients. They have all spoken very highly of the work that Rep has performed for them."
"I unequivocally endorse this lawyer. Rep DeLoach certainly lives up to his credentials and exceeds expectations. Not only is he carrying the torch for one our community's top law firms, but his expertise, knowledge, and professionalism set the standard for others to emulate. I believe that Rep DeLoach not only provides a top level of expertise, but also a grounded sense of compassion, empathy, and ability to understand and relate to his clients in order to best guide them through what can be murky and complicated issues in Estate Planning/Probate, Elder Law, and Medicare/Medicaid issues."
"I endorse attorney DeLoach for his work in Elder Law and Estate Planning. I would not hesitate to recommend a client to him."
"I have known and worked with Mr. DeLoach for many years. He consistently demonstrates himself as an intelligent, experienced, and dedicated elder law attorney. I endorse Mr. DeLoach without question."
"Rep is my go to guy for estate planning, elder law, probate and all related legal areas. With the utmost confidence in his acumen and abilities, I refer individuals to him."
"Rep truly is one of the very best and most impressive lawyers in this community; he has earned the respect of both lawyers and clients alike, for good reason. He truly is an asset to this community."
"Rep cares for his clients and treats them like family. He is one of a select few Board Certified Elder Law attorneys in Florida and puts that expertise to good use creatively solving elder law issues. I wholeheartedly endorse Rep."
"Dennis Reppard DeLoach, III ("Rep") is one of the few elder law attorneys who implements Life Care Plans for his clients and their families. With the support of his team, he meets clients whenever and where ever is necessary, even if they require assistance outside the normal work day. His passion is helping people and it shows. I endorse attorney, Dennis Reppard DeLoach, III for all your estate planning, elder law, and/or Medicaid planning needs."
"I endorse D. "Rep" DeLoach III for Estate Planning and Elder Law matters. Mr. DeLoach is one of 100 attorneys in Florida who are Board Certified in Elder Law. Mr. DeLoach's expertise in Elder Law enables him to effectively address the unique needs of each individual client."
"I endorse this lawyer highly. Mr. Deloach is one of the most knowledgeable people I know to handle probate and estate planning matters. While I handle estate planning matters in my practice, I make sure that any probate issues go to him because I trust that he will treat his clients right and do the best job possible for them. In short, a great attorney."
"Rep is known throughout the state of Florida as being very knowledgeable in estate planning and elder law. He has conducted Florida Bar seminars for experienced attorneys in these two practice areas. He has personally advised me in two procedural areas that I needed help with. I find him very approachable and very generous with his knowledge. I do not hesitate to refer clients in the St. Petersburg area to him."
"Rep has all the attributes one wants in a lawyer - integrity, honesty, intelligence, and a charming personality. He is well-versed in his areas of practice and is a very good person. I consider it an honor to know Rep and to be his friend."
"I've referred multiple family members to Rep for Estate planning and Medicaid planning. He knows his stuff and "bedside" manner is excellent."
"I endorse this lawyer's work."
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