South Florida Estate Planning Attorney

Strategic Estate Planning
That Actually Works.

Because a Template Is Not a Plan.

You're not paying for documents — you're paying for peace of mind, knowing your family and everything you've built is fully protected. That's exactly what we do.

Why Families Trust Us

Trusted Estate Planning Guidance for South Florida Families

We've helped hundreds of South Florida families protect their assets, honor their wishes, and secure their legacy.

5-Star Rated
5-Star Rated
Families Served
500+ Families Protected
Licensed Florida Estate Planning Attorney
Licensed Florida Estate Planning Attorney
Hablamos Español
Hablamos Español
Patricia's family
Patricia's family — the reason she does this work every day.
Personalized Estate Planning

Every Family Is Different.
Your Plan Should Be Too.

Attorney-led  /  Personalized  /  No Templates

We sit down with you, learn what matters most, and build a personalized strategy designed specifically for your family — your assets, your dynamics, your goals. So when the time comes, everything works exactly as intended and your loved ones are fully protected.

Is PK Law Right For You?

We Work Best With Families Who Value Real Protection

Not every attorney is the right fit for every family — and that's okay. Here's who we serve best.

We are a strong fit if you:
Own a home or investment property 🏠 Your primary residence, rental property, or real estate assets deserve proper protection and smooth transfer.
Have savings or business interests 💼 You've worked hard to build wealth — we help you safeguard it with a personalized strategy.
Want to avoid probate and protect loved ones 🛡️ Our planning keeps your family out of court, reduces delays, and prevents unnecessary legal costs.
Value a personalized, attorney-led approach 🤝 You want someone who listens, understands your goals, and builds a plan around your specific family.
We are not the best fit if you seek:
The lowest-cost documents available 📉 We are not a "quick paperwork" service. We provide personalized legal strategy designed to protect your legacy.
Online templates 💻 Estate planning is not copy-and-paste — your family deserves more than generic fill-in-the-blank documents.
Cheap DIY solutions for a quick fix 🛠️ If your main goal is the lowest price, we may not be the best match. Our clients value long-term protection.
Generic documents and shortcuts ⚠️ We never take shortcuts that could lead to avoidable court involvement or long-term financial exposure.

If you're ready for a plan that actually protects your family — not just a stack of paperwork — we'd love to hear from you.

Our Approach

How We Work — and What We Won't Do

We believe great estate planning is built on trust, transparency, and a genuine commitment to your family's future.

What We Do
We get to know you and your family 🏠
To understand your unique goals and provide truly personalized service. 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦
We design a personalized plan
Using attorney-led strategies that secure your assets and your legacy.
We explain your plan in plain English
So you feel confident, informed, and in control of your future.
We do things the right way
To save you money, avoid probate court, and ensure total peace of mind. 🛡️
What We Don't Do
We do not use generic templates
Or "fill-in-the-blank" forms that fail to address your unique family dynamics or specific financial goals.
We do not provide generic documents
That often leave assets vulnerable to the probate court, high fees, and unnecessary legal chaos.
No "quick-fix" schemes
Or empty promises that trade legal security for a fast turnaround but ultimately fail to work when put to the test.
We never take shortcuts
That could lead to avoidable court involvement, family conflict, or long-term financial exposure for your heirs.
What We Do For You

Comprehensive Legal Services for Every Stage of Life

From protecting your assets today to ensuring your family is cared for tomorrow — we cover it all.

Estate Planning
  • Wills & testaments
  • Revocable living trusts
  • Powers of attorney
  • Healthcare directives
Medicaid Planning
  • Plan & protect assets for long-term care
  • Nursing home or ALF benefits
  • Protect what you've built
Asset Protection
  • Reduce legal & financial risk
  • Maximize long-term protection
  • Preserve family wealth
Probate Avoidance
  • Avoid lengthy & costly court process
  • Ensure smooth inheritance
  • Save time and money for your family
Meet the Attorney

Patricia F. Keyes

Florida Estate Planning & Elder Law Attorney

Patricia founded her law practice with a simple but powerful belief — that every South Florida family deserves a real plan, not a stack of generic documents. Protecting your family's future takes more than filling out forms. It takes someone who listens, understands your goals, and builds a personalized strategy around them.

With an LL.M. in Estate Planning and years of focused experience serving families across Broward, Miami-Dade, and Palm Beach counties, Patricia brings deep legal expertise and genuine care to every client. Whether you need a will, a trust, Medicaid planning, or asset protection — she becomes your trusted guide from the very first conversation. Hablamos Español.

LL.M. in Estate Planning · Florida Bar Member · Elder Law Section · Probate & Trust Law Section · Hablamos Español
"When you work with me, you're not just getting a lawyer — you're getting someone who truly cares about protecting what matters most to your family." — Patricia F. Keyes

The Cost of Waiting

What Happens to Families Without a Plan

These are real situations we've seen. They didn't have to happen — and with the right plan in place, they won't happen to yours.

Elderly couple facing paperwork without a plan
Story 1
Scenario 01 — No Trust in Place

A husband passes suddenly. His wife of 32 years assumes their home passes to her automatically — but because it was only in his name with no trust in place, the estate goes to probate court.

18 months stuck in probate court
Over $14,000 in unexpected legal fees
Devastating stress during an already painful time
Family dealing with estate documents
Story 2
Scenario 02 — Online Template Gone Wrong

A mother of three uses an online template for her will. After she passes, the document is deemed invalid in Florida — her assets are distributed by state law, not her wishes.

Children receive unequal shares
Her final wishes completely ignored
Family relationships permanently damaged
Family in stressful legal situation
Story 3
Scenario 03 — No Medicaid Planning

A business owner enters a nursing home without Medicaid planning. His life savings — built over 40 years — are spent down within months before Medicaid kicks in.

$400,000+ in assets lost
Nothing left for his children
All of it was completely preventable

The right plan costs far less than no plan at all.

Every day without a plan is a risk your family shouldn't have to take. A single consultation with Patricia can prevent years of heartache — and protect everything you've worked for.

How it works

Your Estate Plan — Step by Step

Here's exactly what happens from your first consultation to your family being fully protected. No surprises.

01
Drafting

We are on it! After your consultation, Patricia gets to work building your personalized plan. Your drafts will be ready in about 3 weeks.

⏱ ~3 Weeks
02
Draft Review

We review everything together so you understand it all — every document, every decision, explained in plain English. No confusion, no surprises.

📋 Together
03
Signing Day

Make it official! We gather to sign all your documents and put your plan into full legal effect. Your family is now protected.

✍️ Official
04
Congratulations!

Wrap up with personalized tips to maximize your protection and peace of mind. You're done — and your loved ones are fully taken care of.

🎉 Peace of Mind

"Most families complete their estate plan in just a few weeks — and leave knowing their loved ones are fully protected, no matter what happens."

Client Reviews

What Our Clients Say About Us

Real families. Real results. See why South Florida trusts PK Law to protect what matters most.

Common Questions

Estate Planning Questions, Answered

We know you have questions before taking the first step. Here are the ones we hear most often.

Yes. Estate planning isn't about wealth — it's about control. Without a plan, Florida courts decide who raises your children, who manages your assets, and who makes medical decisions for you. A basic plan ensures your wishes are honored, no matter the size of your estate.

A will goes through probate — a public court process that takes months and costs money. A trust passes assets directly to your beneficiaries, privately and without court involvement. Depending on your situation, you may need both. We'll help you understand which makes sense for your family.

Costs vary based on the complexity of your plan. We offer transparent, flat-fee pricing — so you always know what you're paying before we begin. What we can tell you: the cost of a proper estate plan is far less than what your family could spend dealing with no plan at all.

Online templates are one-size-fits-all documents that don't account for Florida law, your specific family dynamics, or your assets. We've seen families pay tens of thousands to fix problems created by DIY documents. An attorney-drafted plan costs less than the problems it prevents.

Most clients complete their estate plan in 2 to 3 weeks. We start with a complementary call with our paralegal, draft your documents within about 3 weeks, review everything together, then schedule your signing day. It's a straightforward process — we keep it moving so you're protected as quickly as possible.

Life changes — and your estate plan should too. Marriage, divorce, a new child, a new home, or a change in finances are all reasons to revisit your plan. We're here for the long term and make it easy to update your documents as your life evolves.

Sí, hablamos español. Patricia and her team serve South Florida's Spanish-speaking families with the same care and attention as all our clients. You should never have to navigate something this important in a language that isn't yours.

We serve families throughout South Florida, including Broward, Miami-Dade, and Palm Beach counties. Consultations are available in person at our Plantation office or virtually — whichever is most convenient for you.

Still have questions? Call us at (954) 233-0682 to schedule a free complementary call with our paralegal.

Let's Protect What Matters

Your Family's Future Is
Worth One Phone Call.

Don't wait for a crisis to start planning. Start with a free complementary call with our paralegal — and take the first step toward protecting your family.

Free complementary call
No obligation
Hablamos Español
500+ families protected