Beth Waskom

Beth Waskom

also known as Elsbeth Gordon Waskom

4.9
Rating: 9.4

Licensed for 33 years

Estate planning Lawyer at Venice, FL
Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Probate, Trusts, Wills & Living Wills

901 Ridgewood Ave, 1800 2nd Street Suite 780, Venice, FL

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 33 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1992

Member in Good Standing

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Location

Muirhead, Gaylor, Steves & Waskom

901 Ridgewood Ave, 1800 2nd Street Suite 780, Venice, FL, 342856938

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Beth Waskom's Reviews

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4.9 /5.0

16 Client Reviews

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Posted by Michael | July 03, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Wills & Living Wills

Professional Service with Personal Style

Beth helped my wife and I update our wills, powers of attorney, and living wills. She was very professional and personable. She led us through the process step by step explaining everything in language we could understand. In other words, she cut thru the legal jargon. She really made us comfortable ...with the process. And knowing she will be there to aid and assist our kids should something happen to us is a big, big relief. We highly recommend Beth and doubt you could find any better.

Posted by Stephanie | August 02, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning

Highly Recommend

I brought my Aunt and Uncle to see attorney Beth Waskom for their estate plan. They do not speak and understand English very well, and felt overwhelmed and confused with the process of estate planning. I attended the appointment in case they needed me to translate. Attorney Waskom was amazing with... my family. She was soft spoken and took her time with her words so they understood everything she said. Although they maintained they only needed simple Wills, attorney Waskom encouraged them to sign a Durable Power of Attorney and a Health Care Advance Directive/Living Will, which they were most thankful for as they have no children to help them with these decisions. They had no knowledge of these documents and their importance. My Aunt and Uncle have called me several times to thank me for bringing them to attorney Waskom. They specifically mentioned the attorney’s professionalism, including the staff. The caring they received from her has put their mind at peace with their future and they said they are finally done worrying. We highly recommend attorney Waskom

Posted by anonymous | May 01, 2015 | Estate Planning

The best estate planner we have ever had

I am seventy-five years old and this lawyer has put me at ease about my financial expectations and what my children and grandchildren should expect to eventually receive. She is exceptionally good at explaining in words that I can understand, and keeping me posted on changes as I ask more questions a...s my own finances change, such as selling a house or stocks. And she responds promptly to my questions and without piling on extra fees.

Posted by Sherri | April 30, 2015 | Estate Planning

Caring and Knowledgeable Professional

Ms. Waskom is an excellent, knowledgeable attorney who is quite experienced in handling all types of estate matters. She personally assisted my family with settling an estate and put our mind at ease when it came to all of the financial and legal details. We have a lot of trust in her and her firm'...s abilities to make sure that we are current with the changes in law concerning estate planning. We highly recommend Ms. Waskom for their estate planning needs.

Posted by Michael | April 23, 2015 | Probate

One of the best Probate Lawyers in Florida

Beth Waskom is one of the best probate lawyers in Florida. She is timely, efficient, knowledgeable,and extremely diligent. She is a dedicated advocate for her clients. She consistently refines her knowledge of probate law and is the attorney whom other attorney's call for information. She is rega...rded in the legal community as one of the best probate attorneys.

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Marc Soss

Estate planning lawyer | Feb 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have had the pleasure of collaborating on client matters with Beth and found her to be both a pleasure to work with and extremely knowledgeable in the areas of estate planning and probate law. I highly endorse this lawyer."

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Sherry Ellis

Estate planning lawyer | Apr 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Beth has been been practicing for a long time but her enthusiasm and compassion would have you think she just started her career! Beth is a well respected member of the legal community. When I have had a question or concern and I called Beth, she has always responded promptly and is willing to listen and eager to help."

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Steven Ledbetter

Probate lawyer | Nov 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Beth Waskom is an outstanding attorney in our community. We have worked together in a couple of capacities, and I have always appreciated her excellent knowledge and consistent good work. I highly endorse this attorney."

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Susan Hines

Estate planning lawyer | Nov 04

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"As a senior professional in the trust and estate industry, I have had the opportunity to work with Ms. Waskom on several client situations. She is always responsive and empathetic to client concerns. Her past experience as a senior trust officer for a large national firm has provided her with important practical experience in planning for and working with sophisticated, as well as challenging family situations. I would not hesitate to recommend her services. Most recently we worked together on a family situation where the matriarch was temporarily unable to handle her affairs due to some severe health issues. Ms. Waskom had prepared the client and her family for this potential situation. She is thorough in her client consultations and makes it a practice to fully understand her clients and their families well before any documents are prepared. She understands the practical impact that these situations can have, and is thoughtful and diligent with her planning advice and drafting"

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Robert Klingbeil

Estate planning lawyer | Nov 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Beth is one of the finest Estate Planning attorneys I know and I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer. As a colleague, I have served with her on the board of the local bar association, where she is a tireless worker. She is also a fellow estate planner with whom I often consult on matters involving complex estate planning issues. She not only understands this area of the law, she is adept at explaining it in an understandable way."

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Michael Belle

Estate planning lawyer | Apr 23

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Beth Waskom is one of the most talented and professional probate lawyers on the west coast of Florida. She is professional and very diligent. She is extremely knowledgeable and the attorney that other attorneys seek out for answers to complex probate questions."

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Experience

Rating:  9.4 (Superb)

Honors

2015

President's Award, Sarasota County Bar Association

Associations

2013 - Present

Designing Women Boutique - Non Profit

Board of Directors

2003 - Present

Mote Marine Laboratory

Honorary Trustee

2015 - 2016

Sarasota County Bar Association, South County

Past President

2014 - 2015

Sarasota County Bar Association, South County

President

2013 - 2014

Sarasota County Bar Association, South County

President-Elect

Education

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University of Florida, Fredric G. Levin College of Law

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