Estate Planning Law Firm - Doane & Doane
Palm Beach County's AV® Preeminent Estate Planning Firm

Protect Your Legacy. Secure Your Family's Future.

Board-certified attorneys and CPAs serving Southeast Florida with comprehensive estate planning, probate, and tax counsel — personalized to your life, your assets, and the people you love.

Why Families Trust Doane & Doane

AV® Preeminent
Rated

Martindale-Hubbell's highest possible peer-review designation — reflecting the firm's recognized legal ability and ethical standards.

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Board-Certified
Attorneys + CPAs

Both founding partners hold board certifications in their legal specialties and carry CPA credentials — delivering integrated legal and financial expertise.

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Free Consultation
No Obligation

Your first conversation with a Doane & Doane attorney costs you nothing. Every family deserves to understand their options before any commitment.

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One-on-One
Personal Counsel

You work directly with experienced attorneys — not passed to junior staff. Every client receives focused attention their family's future deserves.

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Comprehensive
Services, One Firm

Estate planning, probate, tax strategy, elder law, and Medicaid planning — all handled under one roof, eliminating fragmented advice.

Martindale-Hubbell AV Rating 2024 - Top Lawyers
Practice Areas

Comprehensive Legal
Expertise,
Fully Integrated

From the first consultation to the final distribution of assets, our board-certified attorneys guide families, individuals, and businesses through every dimension of estate planning and probate law.

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Probate & Trust Administration

We guide personal representatives, trustees, and beneficiaries through every step of Florida's probate process — from validating the will and inventorying assets to resolving debts, appraising property, and transferring title to the proper heirs.

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Wills & Trusts

Protect the people you love with carefully crafted wills and trusts designed to reflect your exact wishes, minimize family conflict, and provide lasting clarity for the people who matter most.

03

Advanced Estate Planning

For families with complex needs, our attorneys design sophisticated planning strategies that protect assets, minimize tax exposure, and preserve your legacy across generations.

04

Tax Planning

Our attorney-CPAs apply cutting-edge tax strategies to reduce your burden — combining legal precision with certified accounting expertise in an approach few firms can offer.

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Elder Law & Medicaid Planning

We help clients plan proactively for retirement, long-term care, and life insurance concerns — structuring assets to protect financial security and preserve eligibility for essential benefits.

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Guardianship Law

When a loved one can no longer make decisions independently, our experienced team guides families through Florida's guardianship proceedings with both legal precision and genuine compassion.

About the Firm

Trusted Since 2003.
Committed to
Every Client.

Founded in 2003 by board-certified attorneys Randell C. Doane and Rebecca G. Doane, the firm was built on a belief that families navigating estate planning, probate, and tax matters deserve more than legal paperwork — they deserve genuine guidance, clarity, and unwavering support.

What sets Doane & Doane apart is a rare and powerful combination: both founding partners are board-certified in their legal specialties and hold CPA credentials. This dual expertise allows the firm to address the full intersection of legal and financial concerns under one roof, with one trusted team that knows your complete picture.

Rated AV® Preeminent by Martindale-Hubbell®, the nation's oldest and most respected peer-review rating authority, Doane & Doane has built its standing through an unwavering commitment to client outcomes — serving families and individuals across Florida's Gold Coast and Treasure Coast.

Randell C. Doane

Board-Certified · Attorney & CPA

Board certified in wills, trusts and estates by the Florida Bar. Practicing estate planning, probate and taxation since 1975.

Rebecca G. Doane

Founding Partner · AV® Preeminent

Founded Doane & Doane, P.A. in 2003. Achieved the highest AV rating from Martindale-Hubbell, the premier attorney rating service.

Doane & Doane — Estate Planning Attorneys Palm Beach
Palm Beach Gardens, FL
2979 PGA Boulevard #201
Top Lawyers Award
The Doane Difference

Why Clients Choose
Doane & Doane

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Board-Certified Attorneys & CPAs

Both founding partners hold board certifications and carry CPA credentials — giving you integrated legal and financial guidance from one trusted team.

AV® Preeminent Rated

The highest possible peer-review rating from the nation's oldest and most respected attorney rating authority — reserved for firms demonstrating the highest legal ability and ethical standards.

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All Services Under One Roof

Estate planning, probate, tax strategy, elder law, and Medicaid planning — handled by one integrated team, eliminating the cost and complexity of coordinating multiple advisors.

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Boutique Attention, Major-Firm Resources

We combine the depth and resources of a prominent regional practice with the one-on-one care that complex family matters truly deserve.

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Established in 2003

More than two decades of serving Southeast Florida families, individuals, and businesses — building a reputation for precision, integrity, and genuine client care.

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Serving Gold Coast & Treasure Coast

Offices in Palm Beach Gardens and Stuart. We serve Palm Beach, Broward, Miami-Dade, Indian River, St. Lucie, and Martin counties.

Client Voices

What Our Clients Say

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Because of their knowledge and expertise, my presumed difficulties were readily resolved. Peace of mind is a beautiful thing.

— David S.
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You made me feel welcome, at ease, encouraged, and trusting. I never had better services than yours.

— Victoria E.
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Grateful for their experience and proactive insight. They do an exceptional job of providing personalized legal representation.

— Betsy S.
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They listen closely and patiently... their care and concern for their clients are exceptional.

— EJ C.
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They thought of every potential future scenario to make sure we are covered and protected, which makes us feel secure.

— Craig L.
How We Work

Your Path to
Peace of Mind

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Free Initial
Consultation

Your first meeting with a Doane & Doane attorney is complimentary. We listen carefully before recommending any course of action — no pressure, no obligation.

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Personalized Legal
Strategy

We design a tailored legal and financial plan built specifically around your family's assets, relationships, and long-term objectives — nothing templated, nothing generic.

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Precise
Execution

Our team manages all documentation, filings, court proceedings, and legal formalities with meticulous accuracy, keeping you informed and confident at every stage.

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Ongoing Peace
of Mind

Life changes — and your estate plan should keep pace. We remain available to review and update your protections as your circumstances evolve.

Medicaid and Trust Planning - Doane & Doane
Medicaid & Elder Law

Don't Wait Until
It's Too Late

Medicaid planning involves legally structuring assets to preserve financial security while protecting eligibility for benefits that can cover long-term care costs. Without proactive planning, a lifetime of savings can be quickly consumed.

Starting early gives you the most options. Our team helps you understand the implications of revocable versus irrevocable trusts, spousal protections, and income planning strategies specific to Florida law.

Discuss Medicaid Planning
Questions & Answers

Frequently Asked
Questions

Probate is the court-supervised process of settling a deceased person's estate. It typically involves validating the will, inventorying and appraising assets, resolving outstanding debts and taxes, and distributing property to beneficiaries. Florida's probate rules carry specific requirements, and an experienced attorney helps ensure the process is completed correctly, efficiently, and with minimal burden on the family.
A will directs how your assets are distributed after death but must pass through the public probate process. A trust can transfer assets to beneficiaries privately, often without probate — providing greater speed, privacy, and flexibility. The right solution depends on your assets, family dynamics, and goals, which we help you clarify during your consultation.
Estate planning and tax planning are deeply connected. An attorney who is also a CPA can address both the legal structure of your estate and the tax implications in one integrated strategy — without requiring separate professionals to coordinate. Doane & Doane's founding partners bring both credentials to every client engagement, a combination that is rare and genuinely valuable.
Medicaid planning involves legally structuring assets to help preserve financial security while protecting eligibility for Medicaid benefits that can cover long-term care costs. Without proactive planning, a lifetime of savings can be quickly consumed by care expenses. Starting early gives you the most options for protecting what you've built.
With offices in Palm Beach Gardens and Stuart, we serve clients throughout Southeast Florida's Gold Coast and Treasure Coast — including Palm Beach, Broward, Miami-Dade, Indian River, St. Lucie, and Martin counties.
Yes. We offer a complimentary initial consultation with one of our attorneys. This gives you the opportunity to discuss your situation, ask questions, and understand your legal options without any financial commitment.
The firm's founding partners are board-certified attorneys who also hold CPA designations — a rare combination providing truly integrated legal and financial counsel. The firm has earned the AV® Preeminent rating from Martindale-Hubbell, the highest possible peer-review designation. Clients consistently highlight the firm's personalized attention, compassionate approach, and the confidence that comes from working with specialists who think several steps ahead.
Yes. Our experienced team assists families with guardianship proceedings — including establishing guardianship for minors or incapacitated adults, and guiding individuals through the legal responsibilities of serving as a guardian under Florida law.
Contact Doane & Doane Estate Planning Attorneys
Take the First Step

Your Family's Legacy
Deserves Expert Protection

Schedule your complimentary consultation with a Doane & Doane attorney today. Discover how board-certified legal and financial expertise can give you and your family genuine peace of mind — at no initial cost.

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561-656-0200 888-403-3843 info@doanelaw.com
2979 PGA Boulevard #201
Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410
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