Our Practice Areas
Comprehensive elder law services for Tallahassee familiesAt The Sketchley Law Firm, we focus exclusively on elder law – the legal work that matters most to families facing aging, illness, disability, and loss. Whether you’re planning ahead or navigating an unexpected crisis, we bring over 20 years of experience and a genuine commitment to each family we serve.
Estate Planning
Having a plan in place protects your assets, honors your wishes, and spares your family difficult decisions during an already difficult time. We help you put the right documents in place – and keep them current as your life changes.
Health Care Cost & Medicaid Planning
Long-term care is expensive, and most families aren’t prepared for how quickly costs can consume a lifetime of savings. We help families understand their options and take legal steps to protect what they’ve worked for.
Guardianship
When a loved one can no longer make safe decisions for themselves, guardianship may provide the legal authority needed to protect them. We guide families through every step of the process with care and urgency.
Probate & Trust Administration
Settling a loved one’s estate involves legal steps that must be done correctly and in a specific order. We help personal representatives and trustees fulfill their duties with confidence and clarity.
Special Needs Planning
Families caring for a loved one with a disability face unique legal challenges – especially when it comes to protecting long-term financial security without jeopardizing essential benefits.
Fiduciary Representation
If you’ve been named as a power of attorney agent, trustee, or personal representative, you have real legal obligations – and real exposure if those duties aren’t carried out correctly.
Litigation
When a loved one has been harmed, exploited, or when estate disputes can’t be resolved any other way, skilled legal advocacy makes a difference. We stand up for families when the stakes are highest.
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Every family's situation is different. If you're unsure what steps to take next, we're here to listen and help you understand your options.