Peggy R. Hoyt, experienced Elder Law, Estate Planning attorney in Oviedo, FL with 8 reviews
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Peggy R. Hoyt

254 Plaza Drive, Oviedo, FL

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Education

1993:
Stetson University College of Law, JD - Juris Doctor
1982:
Stetson University, MBA
1981:
Stetson University, BBA

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Olan

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06 Jul, 2016
Peggy assisted me and my Partner with our estate planning, and did not disappoint. She and her staff were extremely courteous and professional, and in the end provided us with comprehensive documents that were tailored to our specific needs. Highly recommended!!
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Debbi

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24 Feb, 2016
Ms. Hoyt is very kind and a good listener. She is very detail oriented and professional. I hired My. Hoyt for my estate planning and she exceeded my expectations.
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Andy

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18 Feb, 2016
Attorney Hoyt prepared our Estate documents. Her process was very thorough, ensuring that we clearly defined our estate wishes. She provided excellent counsel on the pros and cons of various options. The end product was complete and well-documented. We have retained Attorney Hoyt for ongoing estate counsel and for other legal matters.
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Top review highlights

Pros
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Thorough and comprehensive estate planning services
“Peggy Hoyt has been our attorney for nearly 10 years and has provided us with invaluable service transitioning our old trusts into instruments that are more user-oriented and beneficial to us and our heirs.”
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Excellent communication and client education
“She walked me through the entire process in easy to understand language.”
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Personalized and tailored approach
“She provided excellent counsel on the pros and cons of various options. The end product was complete and well-documented.”
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Responsive and professional staff
“Peggy Hoyt is an excellent attorney, her firm's staff is friendly and quick to respond to questions or concerns.”
Cons
As a result of the analysis of reviews about this lawyer, no significant cons were found.

Publications

2015:
What's the Deal with... Estate Administration, What's the Deal with...Estate Administration
2014:
The Florida Bar Journal, Can You Trust Your Pet? A Primer on Florida Pet Trusts
2014:
What's the Deal With...Estate Planning, What's the Deal with... Estate Planning!
2013:
Straight Talk! What to Do When Someone Dies, Straight Talk! What to Do When Someone Dies
2013:
A Guide for Dispute Resolution, The Pet Lover's Guide to Mediation
2012:
Straight Talk! About Estate Planning, Straight Talk! About Estate Planning
2011:
Wealthcounsel Quarterly, Life in Transition
2011:
WealthCounsel Blog, Telephone Etiquette - How we say hello matters
2009:
Central Florida Caregiver Magazine, Creating a Lasting legacy
2009:
Central Florida Caregiver Magazine, Estate Planning to Protect Your Future
2008:
Like a Library Burning - Saving and Sharing the Stories of Lifetime, Like a Library Burning
2007:
Orlando Unleashed, How Can I Memorialize My Pet
2007:
Orlando Unleashed, Estate Planning for Pets
2007:
Orlando Unleashed, What is a Pet Trust?
2006:
Orlando Unleashed, Dining with Dogs
2006:
Orlando Unleashed, To Ban or Not To Ban?
2006:
Orlando Unleashed, Protect Your Pets in a Disaster
2006:
Orlando Unleashed, My Dog's Bark is Worse than His Bite
2006:
Orlando Unleashed, Florida's Pet Lemon Law
2006:
Orlando Unleashed, Florida Leashes Pet Custody Cases
2006:
Orlando Unleashed, All People Are Not Pet-Worthy
2006:
Women in Transition - Navigating the Legal and Financial Challenges in Your Life, Women In Transition
2005:
A Matter of Trust - The Importance of Personal Instructions, A Matter of Trust
2004:
Loving Without a License - An Estate Planning Survival Guide for Unmarried Couples and Same Sex Partners, Loving Without a License
2003:
Special People Special Planning - Creating a Safe Legal Haven for Families with Special Needs, Special People, Special Planning
2002:
All My Children Wear Fur Coats - How to Leave a Legacy for Your Pet, All My Children Wear Fur Coats - How to Leave a Legacy for Your Pet
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