Charla McNally Burchett

Charla McNally Burchett

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 38 years

Probate Lawyer at Sarasota, FL
Practice Areas: Probate, Estate Planning, Wills & Living Wills, Power Of Attorney

1858 Ringling Blvd, Suite 300, Sarasota, FL

About Charla

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Probate 50%

Probate & Trust Administration

39 years

50%
Estate Planning 35%

I am board certified in Wills, Trusts and Estates by the Florida Bar. Estate Planning includes the drafting of Wills, Trusts, Powers of Attorney, Living Wills, and Health Care Surrogate Designations The balance of my practice includes Probate Administration and Trust Administration.

39 years

35%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 36 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1989

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Kentucky for 38 years

State: Kentucky

Acquired: 1987

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Shutts & Bowen LLP

1858 Ringling Blvd, Suite 300, Sarasota, FL, 34236

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Charla McNally Burchett's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

12 Client Reviews

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Posted by Steve | October 17, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning

Awesome Professional!

I want everyone to know Charla is AWESOME. Charla Burchett is a board -certified wills trust estates attorney that helped me and my wife with our will . estate planning and end of life arrangements. She is well versed, of course, but her ability to keep the conversations we needed to have understan...dable was outstanding as we went through the documents, turning "Legalese" into English. Like all legal matters, wording and thoroughness matters and there are serious ramifications if you do not do this right... where your estate goes, end-of -life issues, trust funds, etc. are complicated and very specific, and should only be trusted to the best -- like Charla - and for God's-sake never do this on your own even if you bought a form or use an on-line site that says they can handle it! (She has shared some awful stories with me about how poorly those DIY things can work out) Charla is pretty accessible as well, and has kept us in the loop over the years about new laws and need for changes as it pertains to us. Also- I don't need this yet - she reminds me that when my kids turn 18, I will need additional documents so that we can step in in the event of serious accidents or tragedy to make decisions that are best for them. If you are reading this....You should do that too! Thanks Charla B.

Posted by anonymous | January 29, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning

Estate Attorney

Charla has been our Estate Attorney for 16 years. She reviews our documents when necessary and has prepared additional documents for family members. Her communication skills are excellent and allow her to explain complex issues in a simple manner. I never hesitate to refer Charla.

Posted by Gayle | January 28, 2018 | Estate Planning

Charla Burchett is amazing!

Charla Burchett should be the first call you make for your Estate Planning needs. She is emphatic, understands all aspects of the law, and is able to clearly explain it to her clients. I cannot imagine working with anyone else for our estate planning needs.

Posted by Danny | February 08, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Wills & Living Wills

Exceptional Lawyer

My wife and I hired Charla to do our will and trust. She made us feel so comfortable from the very first moment we walked into her office. We asked many questions and not once did she make us feel uneasy or as if we were burdening her. She took as much time with us as we needed and answered every ...question very professionally yet in laymans terms so we could understand the process. Ours was quite unusual due to various family issues and she never judged us or tried to make us do something that we weren't comfortable doing. Charla and her staff are top notch which in this day and age is a rare trait. We cannot recommend her enough. If you have any doubts about who the right lawyer is for you and your loved ones, look no further.

Posted by Paulette | May 23, 2012 | Wills & Living Wills

Charla made, what I thought to be a complicated issue, easy to understand and implement.

My husband and my wills were drawn up when we first moved to Florida in 1994. As most people do, we put off updating our Wills. I was at a meeting and heard Charla Burchett speak about the changes in the laws in the State of Florida and privacy issues that really concerned me. I called the attorne...y who had drawn up our wills when we came to Florida and he said that it would not have any effect on us and not to be concerned. My husband and I discussed what changes had happened in our lives since 1994, one being a grandson, and we decided to take Charla up on her consultation offer. She put us at ease and I have recommended Charla to friends, family and clients. Thank you Charla for all your advice.

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Charla McNally Burchett's Lawyer Endorsements

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Adam Bragg

Estate planning lawyer | Jan 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly endorse this lawyer. Charla is an outstanding attorney with a great reputation in our legal community. I recommend clients to her because: 1) I know she is highly knowledgeable in her field, and 2) her reputation for making her clients feel comfortable with what can be a difficult subject for most people to think about let alone plan for."

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Gerald O'Brien

Estate planning lawyer | Jul 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly endorse this lawyer. Charla has the highest of ethics and legal skills. She is very well respected in our community."

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Sharon O'Day

Estate planning lawyer | Nov 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Charla is one of the most knowledgeable attorneys in the area of elder law and estate planning. She is caring for her clients and attentive to their needs."

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Marc Soss

Estate planning lawyer | Jul 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly endorse this lawyer and her skills in the area of estate planning. This is well respected in our community."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2020

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2020

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell®

2019

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell®

2019

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2018

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2018

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2017

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2017

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2016

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2016

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2015

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2014

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2013

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2012

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2012

Who's Who in America 66th Edition, Marquis Who's Who in American Law

2011

5 Star Wealth Manager Award, Sarasota Magazine

2011

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2010

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2009

5 Star Wealth Manager, Sarasota Magazine

2009

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2008

5 Star Wealth Manager, Sarasota Magazine

2008

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2007

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2006

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2005

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2004

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2003

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2002

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2001

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

2014 - Present

Partner, Shutts & Bowen LLP

2001 - 2014

Partner, Charla M. Burchett, PLC

1997 - 2001

Partner, Lee & Burchett, PA

1989 - 1997

Partner, Fergeson, Skipper, et. al.

Associations

2020 - Present

Sarasota Tiger Bay Club

Board Member

2019 - Present

Impact100 SRQ

Founding Member

2018 - Present

The Pines Foundation

Board Member

1989 - Present

Sarasota County Bar Association

Member

1989 - Present

The Florida Bar

Member

1987 - Present

Kentucky Bar Association

Member

2021 - 2021

The Pines Foundation

Chair

2020 - 2020

Impact100 SRQ

Arts & Culture Focus Area Committee Member

2020 - 2020

The Pines Foundation

First Vice Chair

2019 - 2019

Impact100 SRQ

Education Focus Area Committee Member

2019 - 2019

The Pines Foundation

Secretary

2010 - 2011

Community Foundation of Sarasota County

Chair

2008 - 2010

Community Foundation of Sarasota County

1st Vice Chair

2005 - 2010

Community Foundation of Sarasota County

Chair of Grants and Program Services

2004 - 2005

Sarasota County Bar Association Solo Section

Chair

2003 - 2008

Community Foundation of Sarasota County

Chair of Charitable Planning

2003 - 2012

Community Foundation of Sarasota County

Board of Directors

1999 - 2000

Southwest Florida Estate Planning Council

Chair

1996 - 1997

Gulf Coast Chapter of the Florida State Guardianship Association

President

1996 - 2011

Gulf Coast Chapter of the Florida State Guardianship Association

Founding Member

1996 - 2011

Florida State Guardianship Association

Member

1994 - 1995

Sarasota County Bar Association, Estate Planning & Probate Section

Chair

1989 - 2011

Southwest Florida Estate Planning Council

Member, Former Chair

Education

1989

University of Miami School of Law

LLM in Estate Planning

1987

Louis D. Brandeis School of Law at the University of Louisville

Juris Doctor

1984

University of Kentucky

Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2011

Home Owners' Meeting

Update on Estate Planning Issues

Publications

Languages

English

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