St. Augustine's Largest Law Group
Trusts Attorney in St. Augustine, Florida
Avoid Probate, Protect Assets & Preserve Your Legacy
A trust is one of the most effective estate planning tools for avoiding probate, protecting your privacy, and ensuring your assets are managed according to your wishes. At St. Johns Law Group, St. Augustine’s largest law firm, our trusts attorneys in St. Augustine assist clients across St. Johns County, Ponte Vedra, Palm Coast, Jacksonville, and Northeast Florida with creating, administering, and litigating trusts.
Whether you need a revocable living trust, a special needs trust, or advanced planning for business and tax purposes, our attorneys deliver tailored solutions to fit your unique goals.
Why Choose a Trust?
Unlike a will, which must go through probate, a properly drafted trust can:
Avoid probate and keep your estate private
Provide immediate control and management of assets
Reduce disputes among heirs and beneficiaries
Plan for incapacity or illness
Protect assets for special needs beneficiaries
Preserve wealth for future generations
Types of Trusts We Draft & Administer
Revocable Living Trusts
Often the cornerstone of estate planning, a revocable living trust allows you to maintain control over your assets during your lifetime while ensuring smooth transfer upon death—without probate.
Irrevocable Trusts
Used for asset protection, tax planning, and Medicaid eligibility, irrevocable trusts transfer ownership from you to the trust to shield wealth from creditors and limit estate tax exposure.
Special Needs Trusts
Designed to provide financial security for individuals with disabilities while preserving eligibility for government benefits.
Charitable Trusts
Support causes you care about while potentially reducing estate and income taxes.
Asset Protection Trusts
Help shield assets from lawsuits, creditors, or business risks—ideal for professionals and business owners.
Trust Administration & Disputes
Our attorneys assist both trustees and beneficiaries with trust administration and litigation. We handle:
Interpreting trust documents
Trustee responsibilities and compliance
Distribution of trust assets
Resolving disputes between beneficiaries and trustees
Representing clients in trust litigation and probate disputes
Coordinating Trusts With Other Planning Tools
A trust is rarely used in isolation. Our attorneys often combine trusts with:
This ensures your estate plan is complete, coordinated, and legally enforceable.
Business & Tax Planning Through Trusts
Our attorneys regularly work with business owners and high-net-worth families on advanced trust strategies, including:
Business succession planning (business succession planning attorneys)
Tax-efficient wealth transfers
Buy-sell agreements funded through trusts
Asset protection for professionals and entrepreneurs
With James Hatfield, J.D./LL.M. in Taxation, our team brings exceptional depth in trust and tax planning.
Why Work With St. Johns Law Group?
St. Augustine’s Largest Law Firm – 12 attorneys and 265+ years of combined legal experience
Comprehensive Team – covering wills, probate, real estate, and tax law
Dedicated & Responsive Service® – trusted by families and businesses throughout Northeast Florida
Proven Experience – handling both simple and highly complex trust matters
Schedule a Trust Consultation Today
Whether you’re establishing your first trust, updating an existing plan, or facing a trust dispute, our experienced trusts attorneys in St. Augustine are here to help.
Contact St. Johns Law Group today to schedule your consultation—available in person, by phone, or virtually.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is a trust better than a will?
Not always. A will is often the starting point, but a trust can avoid probate, provide privacy, and allow for greater control of assets.
Do I still need a will if I have a trust?
Yes. Most trusts work best with a “pour-over will” to transfer any remaining assets into the trust at death.
How much does it cost to create a trust in Florida?
Costs depend on the complexity of the trust and your goals. Our attorneys provide upfront, transparent pricing.
Meet Our Trust & Estate Planning Attorneys
Contact Us:
- 104 Sea Grove Main Street | St. Augustine, Florida 32080
