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Brandon Robert Bytnar
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Biography
Brandon represents individuals and families in all aspects of estate planning, with an emphasis on drafting and executing tax-efficient plans and strategies to transfer wealth across generations. He has provided legal counsel to an array of clients, including charitable organizations, closely held businesses, CEOs and other corporate officers, fellow lawyers, physicians, and even politicians and professional athletes. Moreover, he handles foundational estate planning (wills, revocable trusts, durable powers of attorney, advance directives/healthcare surrogate designations, living wills, etc.), probate & trust administration, elder law, real estate law, and guardianship.
Before earning his J.D. from the University of Toledo College of Law, Brandon graduated magna cum laude from Ohio Wesleyan University with a B.A. in both political science and journalism. As a member of the Ohio Wesleyan University men’s golf team, he was recognized as a scholar athlete. During law school, he worked as an intern in the Office of the Ohio Public Defender and as a judicial law clerk in the Toledo Municipal Court. After law school, Brandon and his wife moved from Ohio to Naples, Florida.
An involved member of the Southwest Florida community, Brandon has served on the board of directors for the Foundation for the Developmentally Disabled, Inc., now known as STARability Foundation, a non-profit corporation that provides assistance and support to individuals with special needs and their families. He’s also served on the community advisory board for Avow Hospice, Inc., a non-profit corporation that provides care to seriously ill individuals. Brandon is a member of The Florida Bar, the Collier County Bar Association, and the American Bar Association. Additionally, he is admitted to practice before the U.S. District Courts for the Southern, Middle, and Northern Districts of Florida.
Brandon is AV Preeminent® Peer Review Rated™ by Martindale-Hubbell®. He’s also been named a “Legal Elite Up & Comer” by Florida Trend magazine and a Top 40 Under 40 Trusts & Estates Lawyer in Florida by the American Society of Legal Advocates. He is currently obtaining an LL.M. in Taxation from Georgetown University Law Center.
On the weekends, Brandon is likely to be found spending time with his family and friends on the golf course, on the water, or in front of a television watching sports (especially the Chicago Bears).
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Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Estate Planning
35%
16 years
Probate
30%
16 years
Trusts
20%
16 years
Guardianship
10%
16 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Pro bono
5 %
Retainer
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2014 2013
Licenses
Licensed in Florida for 16 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 2009
No misconduct found
Location
Law Office of Brandon R. Bytnar, P.L.
(239) 977-5330
Mobile
(239) 963-1479
Fax
9120 Galleria Court, Suite B, Naples, FL, 34109
bytnarlaw.com/Gallery
Online Presence
Other places you can find Brandon online.
Brandon Robert Bytnar's Reviews
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Posted by Curtis | July 2, 2024 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Highly Recommend Brandon Bytnar Law Office
After meeting with multiple estate planning attorneys, we realized Brandon Bytnar and his staff stood out above the rest. From our initial meeting and throughout the process, the attorneys and staff were very professional, knowledgeable, and caring.
Posted by James | May 4, 2024 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Highly recommend The Law Office of Brandon Bytnar
My wife and I first met Brandon in 2014 and proceeded to contract with him to produce our Living will, Durable POA and related Florida-compatible Advance Directive documents. We've recently reviewed those items with him. We've also sought his counsel and referrals for other professional services ...
Posted by Linda | September 15, 2020 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Highly recommended
Since 2008, Brandon Bytnar has been our attorney on several matters and he has always been very reliable, trustworthy, friendly and compassionate. Having worked with other lawyers on other items, I now have a sense of how rare this is. His work is thorough and he takes his time listening to your situ...
Posted by Ann | March 29, 2015
Probate
Not knowing how to get started with Probate , our questions were many. We were satisfied, things went well, tried to accomplish as much as we could on our own. Brandon advised on how to do just that.
Posted by Phil | November 12, 2014
A Fine Attorney
Moving to Florida permanently, we needed to find an attorney. Mr. Bytnar was recommended to us, as being the type of attorney we were looking to for assistance. We are parents of a special needs son and needed guidance in providing a trust to be set up for our family. Mr. Bytnar was very helpful i...
Brandon Robert Bytnar's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse Brandon Bytnar. I have had the pleasure to work with Brandon on a number of probate cases in recent years. I have found his work to be professional, thorough and well researched. Brandon also displays a high level of concern for the interests and needs of his clients. As a lawyer in my 35th year of practice I am happy that Brandon is the type of young lawyer who will lead our legal profession as we pass the torch to a new generation."
"Brandon is a bright, personable, and diligent attorney with excellent client relation skills. He is well respected by his peers, and a rising star in the Southwest Florida legal community."
"If it's estate planning you need, you need Brandon Bytnar. He will guide you through the process explaining everything along the way."
"Brandon is one of the best estate planners in the city. I recommend him and his product."
"Brandon Bytnar and I attended law school together and we also worked together at the Toledo Municipal Court. I have always found him to be highly intelligent and very personable. Sometimes my Ohio clients have Florida aspects to their estate plans, and Brandon has always been able to help our office with those complex questions. I highly recommend Brandon to anyone in Florida who wants quality legal advice in the areas of estate planning, probate, or trust administration."
"I have known Brandon Bytnar since we attended University of Toledo College of Law. Brandon is intelligent and determined, but he balances this with a personality and demeanor that is down-to-earth and pleasant. I recommend Brandon to anyone in Florida that is in need of legal assistance with probate or estate planning matters."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I had the privilege of working with Brandon in the Public Defender's Office in Toledo, Ohio some time ago. He is motivated and intelligent and I would recommend his services."
"I can recommend Brandon as a person with an extensive knowledge of estate planning and probate law. He is an efficient, creative, and motivated attorney and an excellent co-worker."
"I endorse this lawyer. Brandon is a top-notch attorney who constantly demonstrates his loyalty to clients and the practice of law. I admire his work ethic, attention to detail, and overall ability."
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Experience
Honors
2025
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2024
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2023
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2022
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2021
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2020
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2019
Top 40 Lawyers Under 40, American Society of Legal Advocates
2019
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2019
Legal Elite Up & Comer, Florida Trend Magazine
2018
Top 40 Lawyers Under 40, American Society of Legal Advocates
2018
Legal Elite Up & Comer, Florida Trend Magazine
2018
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2018
Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell
2017
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2017
Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell
2017
Top 40 Lawyers Under 40, American Society of Legal Advocates
2016
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
Client Distinction Award, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
Top 40 Lawyers Under 40, American Society of Legal Advocates
2015
Client Distinction Award, Martindale-Hubbell
2014
Client Distinction Award, Martindale-Hubbell
2013
Client Distinction Award, Martindale-Hubbell
Work Experience
2013 - Present
Attorney, Law Office of Brandon R. Bytnar, P.L.
2009 - 2013
Attorney, Law Office Of Conrad Willkomm, PA
2006 - 2008
Law Clerk, Toledo Municipal Court
2006 - 2006
Legal Intern, The State Of Ohio Public Defender
2003 - 2003
Legal Intern, The State Of Ohio Public Defender
Associations
2016 - Present
Better Business BureauAttorney Member
2009 - Present
American Bar AssociationAttorney Member
2009 - Present
Collier County Bar AssociationAttorney Member
2009 - Present
Florida BarAdmitted to Practice
2014 - 2022
Estate Planning Council of NaplesAttorney Member
Education
2008
University of Toledo College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2005
Ohio Wesleyan University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2016
The Basics of Estate Planning
The Basics of Estate Planning
2015
Preparing Your Estate Plan
Preparing Your Estate Plan
2014
The Basics of Estate Planning, Guardianship, & Supplemental Needs Trusts
The Basics of Estate Planning, Guardianship, & Supplemental Needs Trusts
2014
Long Term Care, the Economic Forecast, and the Importance of Titling Your Assets Properly
Your Will or Trust Might Not Affect What You Think: Seek Advice When Titling Assets
2011
Planning for Parents with Special Needs Children
What You Need To Know About Guardianship
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
How many witnesses are required on a Last Will and Testament in Florida?
19 Feb 2014
Q&A
If I write my own will and have it notarized , is it legal ?
17 Feb 2014