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Robert Henson Eardley

Probate Attorney at Naples, FL

5.0   22 reviews
(239) 529-4747
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  • State Years
    Florida - FL 22 years
    Kentucky - KY 25 years
  • Licensed for 22 years
    State FL
    Acquired 2001
    Status
    Member in Good Standing No misconduct found
  • Licensed for 25 years
    State KY
    Acquired 1997
    Status
    Active No misconduct found

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We highly recommend this legal professional!
Jim and Daphne
estate planning wills
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PERSONALIZED, QUALITY ESTATE PLANNING AND PROBATE SERVICES WITH COMPASSION.

 

ROBERT H. EARDLEY is a Florida Bar Board Certified Wills, Trusts and Estates specialist and holds a Master of Laws (LL.M.) degree in Estate Planning.  Mr. Eardley also holds an AV® (preeminent) peer rating from LexisNexis, Inc. and has been designated a Florida Super Lawyer® by Thomson Reuters.  Mr. Eardley’s law practice is concentrated in the areas of estate and trust planning, probate and trust administration and Florida tax residency planning.

 

Mr. Eardley graduated from the University of Kentucky with a Bachelor of Science degree (cum laude) in 1986.  Thereafter, Mr. Eardley received a commission in the United States Navy and served 7 years on active duty.  While in the Navy, Mr. Eardley served as a Senior Airborne Intelligence Officer assigned to an intelligence reconnaissance squadron based in Spain.  During this assignment, Mr. Eardley held a top secret clearance and logged over 1,000 hours of flight time, including 11 missions in Operation Desert Storm.

 

Mr. Eardley then attended the University of Kentucky College of Law, graduating in the top 10% of his class (Order of the Coif).  While at the University of Kentucky College of Law, Mr. Eardley served as Assistant Editor for the Kentucky Law Journal and as President of the Christian Legal Society.  After graduating from law school, Mr. Eardley joined the Louisville, Kentucky based top 150 law firm of Wyatt, Tarrant & Combs, LLP, as a member of its Estate Planning Practice Group.  During his tenure at that firm, Mr. Eardley was awarded an Academic Fellowship to attend the graduate program at the University of Miami School of Law and subsequently received a Master of Laws (LL.M.) degree in Estate Planning from the University, graduating as the top student in his class.  Prior to founding the firm, Mr. Eardley was a partner in a prominent Naples law firm.

 

Mr. Eardley is a frequent speaker on estate planning issues and has authored a number of estate planning articles and publications.  He has also served as a legal columnist for the Naples Daily News.  Mr. Eardley’s more recent works include  Establishing a Florida Domicile for the Seasonal Resident ©2017 for the Naples Daily News, Estate Planning for the Florida Resident ©2015 for Key Private Bank, IRS Private Letter Ruling 201523003 issued January 28, 2015 (Mr. Eardley successfully served as lead counsel representing a client in an estate tax dispute with the IRS), Securing A Florida Tax Residency for the Seasonal Resident ©2014 for Lifestyles After 50 magazine, Review of 2012 Estate, Gift Tax Changes ©2013 for the Naples Daily News, Plan for End of Life as with Retirement ©2012 for the Naples Daily News, Lifetime Trust Protects Inheritance ©2012 for the Naples Daily News, The Second Marriage Estate Planning Dilemma ©2011 for the Naples Daily News, and My Old Kentucky Home or the Sunshine State? Residency and Estate Planning Issues of Kentucky “Snowbirds” in Florida ©2010 for the Kentucky Bar Association. 

 

Mr. Eardley is an active member of a number of professional associations including the Florida Bar, the Kentucky Bar, the Naples Estate Planning Council and the Trusts and Estates Section of the Collier County Bar Association.  Also, Mr. Eardley serves as a member of the Wills, Trusts and Estates Board Certification Grade Review Panel for the Florida Bar.

 

Mr. Eardley is married to Holly, for 28 years, and has five children ages 14 to 28.  He is an active member of his church and enjoys kayaking with his family in the Florida Keys.

 

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AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating
Client's Choice 2015
Client's Choice
2015

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Law Office of Robert H. Eardley, P.A.
1415 Panther Lane
Suite 221
Naples, FL, 34109
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Posted by Jim and Daphne | July 24, 2015
We highly recommend this legal professional!
Robert Eardley handled the details of re-writing our trust, health proxy and estate documents to comply with Florida statutes. In this process he demonstrated impressive knowledge of the complex details of both New York (from where we are moving) and Florida law. He was unfailingly responsive, polite and professional. Using flow charts and other tools, he lucidly explained the legal complexities relating to our situation. From our first meeting with Robert, we felt we could trust him. That first impression has only strengthened in the months since. We highly recommend him for estate planning services.
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Posted by kathy locke-turnipseed | September 30, 2015
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estate planning wills
competent, friendly, answers questions clearly. ofc clean, nicely decorated, relaxing. made eye contact continually while smiling. I trust him. I feel he will be there if I need him. I would readily call him if I had a question. I would recommend him to friends and family
Posted by Tracy | May 2, 2023
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Board Certified Matters
My son did not have his affairs in order at the time of his unexpected death. I called several probate attorneys, all of which did not clearly answer my questions. Mr Eardley, answered my questions. He completed the probate and more than met our expectations. He is the Best ever!
Posted by Jim | February 4, 2022
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A Solid Choice
My parents used Robert for many years and I used him during and after their passing. He is very professional, knows his craft, and is friendly and easy to work with. I would continue to use him personally, but we live in Pennsylvania. I can wholeheartedly recommend him.
Posted by Carl | March 1, 2021
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Estate attorney
Atty Eardley was a real gem for my wife and I. After searching for an attorney that understands are needs, we met with him and developed a real trust and admiration for his sense of caring and professionalism. In short, my wife and I feel safe under his direction and guidance.
Posted by Stephen | July 13, 2020
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New Estate Planning Documents
A neighbor who knew Robert professionally recommended I meet with him. I needed to create a trust and re-do other estate documents. He walked me through his well honed procedures, and my thorny issues were handled with ease. I enjoyed the whole process and would highly recommmend him.
Posted by anonymous | April 25, 2019
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Thank you for a job well done!
Robert is a true professional and a pleasure to work with! Always very responsive and provided information in a timely manner and in a way that was easily understood. He was hired by the Illinois executor of my brother's estate to handle the probate of Florida property and did an excellent job for us. We highly recommend his professional services!
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Posted by John | April 15, 2019
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Wills / Trusts
We were extremely pleased with Mr. Eardley. He took the time to explain everything front to back, and answered any and all questions we had. Robert was very detailed and complete in handling our wills and trusts, along with making our process worry free. . We will, and have recommended Robert to our other friends already. He is very professional and personal. My wife and I were totally comfortable dealing with him .
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Posted by anonymous | March 21, 2019
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Recommended without any reservation
Having first consulted with a very large, very well-known Naples' firm and met with disappointment at every turn––poor communication, errors, sloppy work––I turned to Attorney Robert Eardley. How refreshing to work with someone who returns calls immediately, listens carefully, sets forth his fee structure and work methods clearly and, finally, prepares exemplary legal documents. I recommend and, in fact, already have recommended Robert Eardley without any reservation.
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Posted by Salvatore | March 22, 2018
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A Major project: Tax and Estate planning....DONE !
Tax and Estate planning finally made it to the top of my TODO goals and objectives for year-end 2017. Where to start? I did not need or want a firm to manage or invest my monies. I did not want a large mega-bank or multi-national conglomerates where i was just a number. I wanted a relationship. I wanted someone i, my family, and my grandchildren could trust and rely upon. I wanted someone who specialized in this area of estate planning. Attorney Eardley was the right choice. He made it clear , understandable , and most importantly listened to what our needs and wants are. His preparation and documentation and communication were superior. We are pleased with the result, and with the relationship.
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Posted by John Paul | July 17, 2017
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Excellent. Knowledgeable, Responsive: A Great Listener who gets the job done right.
Robert exceeded our expectations in every way. He was attentive, thoughtful, and extremely patient. Robert gave us the space and time to make the right decision. He has a great personality and helped us feel calm during the process. Robert maintained a timely and helpful correspondence with us, often going above and beyond to answer our questions. I was thoroughly impressed by his professionalism. I would certainly recommend Robert and I have already provided his contact information to several of my acquaintances.
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Posted by Andrew | February 1, 2017
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Trust
Robert was an excellent attorney in handling and resolving a trust issue that was written improperly by another attorney. He was professional, informative, and proficient in every way during the entire process. I would highly recommend Robert for trust and estate planning.
Posted by anonymous | August 19, 2016
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Best Estate & Probate Lawyer in Naples, FL
Robert drew up our estate plan, trusts and all the necessary documents for end of life issues. He is professional, thorough and very, very smart. I highly recommend him and give him 5 Star rating.
Posted by Frank | May 18, 2016
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Prenuptial agreement
Robert Eardley was most prompt and precise in developing a prenuptial agreement that was most satisfactory to both parties. He did a fine job and was very professional and thorough in his explanations of various parts of the document and process.
Posted by William | January 6, 2016
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Wills
Mr. Eardley handled the updating of wills for my wife and me. He was professional and personable as he guided us through our complicated portfolio. At the end we felt a sense of satisfaction that we had chosen the right person for this project.
Posted by Mo | December 1, 2015
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Estate Plan
Robert Eardley was recommended to me by a business associate. He was extremely helpful in setting up an Estate Plan for me and my family. He walked me through everything step by step, and made sure that I understood everything before we proceeded. He was very professional, patient and courteous.
Posted by Ray and Carol | August 1, 2015
New wills, PoAs, and trust documents
Robert Eardley was recommended by my financial adviser when my wife and I relocated to SW Florida. We met for 2 hr to talk about our situation, my current out-of-state will and martial trust. He clearly explained each of the pieces and "next steps" and pointed out why he thought I should change the way my current will and trust was set up. We hired him and within 2 weeks he provided us with drafts of both of our wills, my revokable trust, "living wills", PoAs, etc. He drafted a very detailed explanatory letter for each of the documents and followed up with a 1 hr phone call to again explain everything. The following week we met to go over all of the documents once again (about and hour) and then signed everything. He took charge to file the homestead exemption and complete the necessary beneficiary forms. Several days later we received a bound copy of all documents along with an e-cop on a "flash drive". I have had many dealings with attorneys over my adult life but never have I had a more conscientious, thorough, and competent one such as Robert Eardley. His flat rate charge for all documents was a plus as we had numerous questions over the course of time and he spent quality time in answering them all. If someone is looking for a quality attorney to handle their affairs, we would highly recommend Robert Eardley. It was a real pleasure working with him.
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Posted by John | May 23, 2015
trust and will
Robert has helped my former home state attorney with my complicated trust and estate documents for the purposes of conforming to Florida law. He is available, prompt and very easy to work with. Can not recommend him enough
Posted by Robert | December 8, 2014
Outstanding experience
Robert rewrote our entire set of estate planning documents after our move from Maryland to Florida and after 15 years. He was extremely professional, informative, helpful, knowledgeable, timely and very pleasant to work with. We heartily recommend Robert for any estate planning needs.
Posted by GL | February 2, 2013
Excellent Naples Estate Planning Attorney
As a former Fortune 100 executive and start-up founder I wanted a will and estate planning attorney that had the experience and background to handle my various accounts and assets in a way that made sense for my family. I also wanted a lawyer with strong ethics, who billed fairly, and who would return my calls. After some research and a few telephone interviews I found that lawyer in Robert Eardley. He handled my will in a way that was easy for me. He offered various options that would help my wife and children. He presented options that I had not thought about, such as trusts, and explained why certain options would work best for my situation now and in the future. Overall, a good experience. I would use Robert again and highly recommend him.
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AVVO RATING 8.9 (Excellent)

Work Experience

  • Principal
  • Law Office of Robert H. Eardley, PA
  • 2012 - Present
  • Partner
  • Salvatori, Wood & Buckel PL
  • 2005 - 2012
  • Associate
  • Law Office of John L. Stinziano, PA
  • 2003 - 2005
  • Associate
  • Wilson & Johnson LLP
  • 2001 - 2003
  • Associate
  • Wyatt, Tarrant & Combs, LLP
  • 1997 - 2000
  • Lieutenant - Naval Flight Officer
  • U.S. Navy
  • 1986 - 1993
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Education

  • University of Miami School of Law
  • LL.M.
  • 2001
  • University of Kentucky College of Law
  • J.D.
  • 1997
  • University of Kentucky
  • B.S.
  • 1986

Legal Cases

  • IRS Private Letter Ruling 201523003
  • Favorable on all important elements

Associations

  • The Florida Bar
  • Member - Board Certification Grade Review Panel
  • 2014 - Present
  • Estate Planning Council of Naples
  • Member
  • 2002 - Present
  • Collier County Bar - Trusts & Estates Section
  • Member
  • 2001 - Present
  • Florida Bar Association
  • Member
  • 2001 - Present
  • Kentucky Bar Association
  • Member
  • 1997 - Present
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Languages Spoken

  • English
  • Spanish

Honors and Awards

  • 5 Year Recertification - Wills, Trusts & Estates Specialist
  • The Florida Bar
  • 2019
  • Super Lawyer
  • Thomson Reuters
  • 2009
  • AV Preeminent Rated
  • Martindale-Hubbell
  • 2006
  • Board Certification - Wills, Trusts & Estates
  • The Florida Bar
  • 2004
  • Academic Excellence Scholarship - LL.M. degree program
  • University of Miami School of Law
  • 2000
  • Order of the Coif (Top 10%)
  • University of Kentucky College of Law
  • 1997
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Publications

  • Naples Daily News
  • Avoiding Probate and Court Guardianship – The Revocable Trust
  • 2019
  • Naples Daily News
  • The Second Marriage Estate Planning Dilemma – Spousal Inheritance Rights
  • 2018
  • Naples Daily News
  • Establishing a Florida Domicile for the Seasonal Resident
  • 2017
  • KeyBank Private Client Advisory
  • Estate Planning for the Florida Resident
  • 2015
  • Lifestyles After 50
  • Securing A Florida Tax Residency for the Seasonal Resident
  • 2014
  • Naples Daily News
  • Good, Bad & Ugly of Probate
  • 2013
  • Naples Daily News
  • Avoid 5 Common Mistakes When Executing an Estate Plan
  • 2013
  • Naples Daily News
  • Review of 2012 Estate, Gift Tax Changes
  • 2013
  • Naples Daily News
  • Plan for End of Life as with Retirement
  • 2012
  • Naples Daily News
  • Lifetime Trust Protects Inheritance
  • 2012
  • Naples Daily News
  • The Second Marriage Estate Planning Dilemma
  • 2011
  • The Kentucky Bar Magazine (Bench & Bar)
  • My Old Kentucky Home or the Sunshine State? Residency and Estate Planning Issues of Kentucky “Snowbirds” in Florida
  • 2010
  • Health & Wellness Magazine
  • The Durable General Power of Attorney
  • 2010
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Speaking Engagements

  • Stifel Nicolaus
  • Establishing a Florida Domicile for the Seasonal Resident
  • 2019
  • Hospice of Naples
  • Estate Planning - Hot Topics
  • 2019
  • Suncoast Bank
  • Florida Homestead Planning
  • 2019
  • Sabadell Bank
  • Securing A Florida Tax Residency for the Seasonal Resident
  • 2013
  • BNY Mellon
  • Florida State Tax Residency & Revocable Trusts
  • 2012
  • Merrill Lynch
  • Florida Tax Residency for Dual State Resident
  • 2010
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Enita Kushi
Unknown Attorney | Oct 05
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Robert is very professional, knowledgeable, responsive, and hard worker. Plus, he is a kind person and a pleasure to deal with."
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David Schnitzer
Estate planning Attorney | May 20
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I formerly had the pleasure of working with Robert. In addition to being an extremely competent and ethical attorney, he is simply a wonderful person that truly cares about others. I cannot recommend Robert highly enough."
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George Smith
Probate Attorney | Sep 10
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"I collaborated with Robert on a complicated estate administration matter. He is knowledgeable, responsive and easy to work with."
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Theodore Wolfendale
Wills and living wills Attorney | May 26
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I own a home health agency in Naples Florida, that is the oldest in town. Our clientele is very demanding, and I don't hesitate to recommend Robert to them. He is among the brightest people I know, and highly ethical, and a strategic thinker. These values and his knowledge make me truly comfortable in recommending Robert."
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Michael Michetti
Estate planning Attorney | May 26
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer."
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Brian McAvoy
Estate planning Attorney | May 24
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I have worked with Robert on many occasions. Robert is an extremely effective attorney. He is efficient, diligent and is a great person."
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Naples Probate Lawyer Robert Henson Eardley
Robert Henson Eardley
Probate Attorney
Naples, FL
Licensed for 25 years
(239) 529-4747 Message Website