Protecting Your Legacy: Why Comprehensive Estate Planning Is About More Than Avoiding Probate

How Thoughtful Planning Preserves Your Wealth, Protects Your Loved Ones, and Gives You Control Over the Future When most people think about estate planning, the first thing that comes to... Read More

Estate Planning for Incapacity in Florida

Why Every Adult Needs a Durable Power of Attorney, Health Care Surrogate, and Living Will Most people believe estate planning is all about what happens after they die. In reality,... Read More

The Complete Guide to Probate in Florida

What Every Family Should Know About Probate, Summary Administration, and Protecting a Loved One’s Legacy If you’ve recently lost a loved one, you’re likely dealing with more than grief. Along... Read More

Why Florida Families Choose Living Trusts Over Wills

How a Properly Drafted Trust Can Protect Your Family, Preserve Your Privacy, and Help Avoid Probate When people hear the word “trust,” they often assume it’s something only millionaires need.... Read More

The Complete Guide to Estate Planning in Florida

Protecting Your Family, Your Wealth, and Your Legacy “Estate planning isn’t about preparing for death. It’s about protecting the people you love while building your legacy today and after you’re... Read More

How Probate and Real Estate Go Hand in Hand

When someone passes away, real estate is often one of the most valuable assets in their estate. What many people don’t realize is that probate and real estate are closely... Read More

Why Do I Need an Attorney For Probate

Losing a loved one is already a difficult experience. The last thing families want to deal with is a complicated legal process. That’s where probate comes in—and why having an... Read More

Probate: What It Is and How to Avoid It

If you’ve ever heard someone say, “avoid probate at all costs,” you might be wondering why. Probate is a legal process, but it often comes with delays, expenses, and stress... Read More

Estate Planning and Tax Planning in Florida: Smart Strategies for Your Future

When people think about estate planning, they often focus on what gets. But just as important is how much of your estate is lost to taxes. Proper estate and tax... Read More

Estate Planning and Avoiding Probate: What You Need to Know

Estate planning isn’t just for the wealthy—it’s for anyone who wants to protect their family, their assets, and their peace of mind. One of the biggest reasons people create an... Read More

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Praise From Clients

Emy Whittaker

Rachel handle our situation with the utmost professionalism. She listened to our situation , understood our need and resolve it quickly. I highly recommend her! Thank you Alvarez Law firm!!

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Craig Malatesta

I have known Rachel Alvarez for 5 years. She has successfully represented many of my customers and, represented my own interests. It has also been my privilege to collaborate with her on a number of projects. I can personally vouch for her integrity, honesty, intelligence and experience. Anyone needing effective Real Estate, Probate or Estate Planning representation should not hesitate to call her office.

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Cynthia Gabaldon, DC

Rachel Alvarez is a very competent, intelligent, thorough and conscientious attorney. She is available and responds to my calls, emails and texts very quickly. She answered all my question honestly and gave me realistic expectations about my situation. She is an ethical and driven woman who is firm and effective. In a time when I was scared, Rachel Alvarez gave me the confidence I needed with her gentle but firm support. She is smart, personable and hard working. She exceeded my expectations.

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Yaneth Barreto

Small or Big need, she is well knowledge and rapid response, to your needs, she is great 👍

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Kitty Hull

Asked Rachel to help me related to a financial matter that related to a "past" bankruptcy and we circled around twice in conversations that I explained my situation and she had me sign a contract (contract basically i couldn't get refunded on her services)and pay her a large fee. Paid her fee immediately (within two payments) she substantially took many months to even entertain my issue and answered her on my issue again. She then responded to me that there isn't anything she needed to do, because the lien that was on my old bankruptcy is voided out because that company never had judgement and/or litigation towards me. Understanding i was out the large upfront fee, Rachel suggested when i pulled my two credit reports she could help me evaluate my credit reports in efforts to make up for part of the large fee that i paid her. Thinking it was nice of her and great of her to suggest, i pulled the credit reports and two old creditors started popping up calling my house and my family house (and being rude to us). I solicited Rachel, asking her to help me investigate to the existing creditors that were pursuing me. She says she doesn't get involved with old bankruptcy. even willing to pay her again, she declined me in a condescending way and I truly didn't appreciate her professionalism in the end (even though i had always respected her). My main grievance is, first she should of when i first inquired with her thought of my situation and advised me prior to paying a large fee that was non refundable for NO REASON. Second, when suggesting to someone who had paid money for advisement to do something and then brush off my current need that was created from what she told me to do. Even though I had always had high respect for Rachel, I truly advise against using her services and strongly encourage you to do your homework on any legal firm you choose to represent (I've had a string of bad luck in that subject, because i didn't do my homework).

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