Jamy was proactive the moment I contacted him in regards my estate planning. I am not a native english speaker and with all legal terms it can get confusing. He was absolutely patience, attention to details, went above and beyond of what we expected. My husband and I highly recommend Jamy and his legal firm. Truly a professional!
I contacted Barreau Legal PLLC when I was in need of legal services and Jamy Barreau was very responsive and provided impeccable service within a short timeframe. I highly recommend and will use Barreau Legal PLLC for all future legal matters.
You have worked hard during your lifetime to build your assets. Craft an estate plan that will help you safeguard the next generation your assets while qualifying for Medicaid benefits.
DEDICATED TO PRESERVING GENERATIONAL WEALTH, ATTORNEY JAMY BARREAU HAS THE BACKGROUND TO HELP YOU HELP ENSURE YOUR WISHES ARE HONORED AFTER YOU PASS. WITH AN ADVANCED LAW DEGREE IN TAXATION AND ESTATE PLANNING, HE IS EQUIPPED TO HELP CRAFT AND IMPLEMENT A PLAN BEST SUITED FOR YOUR NEEDS.THE COST OF LONG-TERM CARE CAN BE CRIPPLING FOR MOST FAMILIES. LUCKILY ENOUGH, THE LAW PROVIDES A WAY TO BECOME QUALIFIED FOR MEDICAID COVERAGE FOR LONG-TERM CARE THROUGH THE USE OF EFFECTIVE ESTATE PLANNING MEASURES.ESTATE PLANNING IS COMMONLY KNOWN AS THE PROCESS OF ARRANGING YOUR ASSETS IN A WAY SO THAT THEY PASS TO YOUR LOVED ONES UPON YOUR DEATH ACCORDING TO YOUR WISHES. WITHOUT A PROPER ESTATE PLAN IN PLACE, ALL OF YOUR ASSETS WILL PASS ACCORDING TO FLORIDA LAW - REGARDLESS OF WHAT YOUR WISHES ARE.PROBATE IS THE COURT PROCESS OF TRANSFERRING YOUR LOVED ONE’S PROPERTY TO YOUR APPROPRIATE HEIRS – WHETHER THAT IS UNDER YOUR ESTATE PLAN OR PURSUANT TO FLORIDA LAW. IT IS IMPORTANT TO NOTE THAT EVEN WITH A PROPERLY DRAFTED WILL, PROBATE IS STILL REQUIRED UNDER FLORIDA LAW.
Raised in his hometown of Port St. Lucie, attorney Jamy Barreau has experience handling all aspects of issues surrounding preserving generational wealth including matters associated with trusts and estates as well as business planning. A first-generation Haitian American, he has dedicated his life to the practice of law. He graduated his high honors from St. Lucie West Centennial High School in 2009 where he had the privilege of being part of the school’s Criminal Justice Academy, serving as an advocate for the 19th Judicial Circuit’s Teen Court program.
After graduation from Centennial, Jamy earned his B.S. in Legal Studies from the University of Central Florida, earning his degree on a full-time basis while working full time at Universal Studios Orlando. After college, Jamy attended Barry University School of Law where he served on the editorial board of its Law Review Journal as a Research and Technical Editor. In 2017, he graduated from Barry Law and returned to the Treasure Coast, gaining experience in estate planning, trust administration, probate administration, business planning, residential mortgage foreclosures, and evictions. Understanding the impact generational wealth has on society and setting the stage for success in generations to come, Jamy made it his mission to guide those in his community in such matters. In 2021, he graduated with his LL.M. in taxation with a concentration in estate planning from Boston University School of Law to further his mission.
In his free time, he is an adjunct professor of business law at Southern New Hampshire University and continues to expand his knowledge of how to best serve his community.
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Truly professional
Jamy was proactive the moment I contacted him in regards my estate planning. I am not a native english speaker and with all legal terms it can get confusing. He was absolutely patience, attention to details, went above and beyond of what we expected. My husband and I highly recommend Jamy and his legal firm. Truly a professional!
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Response from Jamy BarreauApril 29, 2022
Thank you so very much for sharing your experience. It makes me proud to know that I've done right by my clients!
Posted by Monique D | January 4, 2022
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Excellent Service
I contacted Barreau Legal PLLC when I was in need of legal services and Jamy Barreau was very responsive and provided impeccable service within a short timeframe. I highly recommend and will use Barreau Legal PLLC for all future legal matters.
Response from Jamy BarreauJanuary 5, 2022
Thank you for the incredible feedback, Monique! It was a pleasure getting to assist you in your matter!
Posted by Charmaine Facey | August 15, 2023
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EXCELLENCE IN IT'S FINEST
From the moment my sister and I contacted Barreau Legal PLLC, Jamy Barreau was very professional and hands on. Jamy responded to all of our questions no matter what time of day. The line of communication was open at all times. Jamy Barreau got the job done in a timely manner. We were very impressed with how painless the process was thanks to Jamys' attention to details. Jamy took the confusion out of the process and put our mind at ease. We highly recommend Barreau Legal PLLC, and we will definitely be using this firm in the future.
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Response from Jamy BarreauAugust 31, 2023
Thank you, Charmaine, for not only allowing me the opportunity to assist you and your family, but also for taking the time to share your thoughts! It was a pleasure to be of service!
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"Mr. Barreau is professional and well-informed on all matters related to estate planning and probate actions. It is an absolute pleasure to work with him and I would recommend him to an individual seeking legal assistance in these areas."