Atty. Andre J. Patrone
Andre J. Patrone practices in the areas of Wills, Trusts, Estate Planning, Probate, Estates, Guardianship, Probate and Guardianship Litigation and Exempt Organizations, with a focus in Wills, Trusts, Estate Planning, Probate and Estates.
Estate Planning & More Attorney · Serving Fort Myers, FL · 44+ Years Experience
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About Andre J. Patrone at a Glance
Andre J. Patrone is a Partner based in Fort Myers, Florida, practicing at Patrone Bentley Law Group. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, tax, and estate tax. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1982), Florida (1982), U.S. Tax Court (1982), and U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida (1983). Educated at DePaul University (J.D., 1982) and University of Notre Dame (B.B.A., 1975). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Lee County, Illinois State and American Bar Associations The Florida Bar Illinois Certified Public Accountants Society American Institute of Certified Public Accountants. Serves clients in Fort Myers, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Andre J. Patrone
- Andre J. Patrone practices in the areas of Wills, Trusts, Estate Planning, Probate, Estates, Guardianship, Probate and Guardianship Litigation and Exempt Organizations, with a focus in Wills, Trusts, Estate Planning, Probate and Estates
- Andre is rated “AV” by Martindale-Hubbell & Company and has held this designation for more than 20 years
- This is the highest accolade available to lawyers
- In addition, Andre has been selected as a Florida Super Lawyer and as a Leading Florida Attorney in the area of Trusts and Estates Law
- He practiced in the Chicago office of Arthur Andersen & Co. in the firm's Tax Department from 1977 to 1982, and was promoted to the position of Tax Manager in July, 1981
- After leaving Chicago, Andre joined the Fort Myers office of Pavese, Shields, Garner, Haverfield, Dalton, Harrison et al. in April, 1982, and was the Attorney in charge of its Federal Tax Practice
- He was a partner in the firm from 1985 until February 1, 1988 and served on the firm's Executive Committee
- In February 1988, he entered solo practice and formed Andre J. Patrone, P.A., the predecessor to Patrone, Kemp, Bentley & Mace, P.A
- In 2024, Andre and Elizabeth Bentley established the Patrone Bentley Law Group
- Andre is licensed to practice before the United States Tax Court and the United States District Court for the Middle District of the State of Florida
- He is a member of the Florida and Illinois Bars
- While he no longer practices as a Certified Public Accountant or holds an active status, Andre held an active CPA license in the State of Illinois for over 35 years
- He is a member of the Lee County and American Bar Associations
- Andre has lectured extensively on estate planning and taxation
- He has been a speaker at the American Bankers Association National Trust School in Chicago, Arthur Andersen & Co.'s firm-wide tax schools, The Peoples Law School, Edison Community College, South Florida Tax Counsel, Estate Planning Counsel of Lee County, National Business Institute and numerous other symposiums
Practice Areas Explained
Andre J. Patrone's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Andre J. Patrone handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Fort Myers.
Trusts in Fort Myers
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Probate in Fort Myers
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Estate Planning & Probate in Fort Myers
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
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Tax Law in Fort Myers
Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.
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Estate & Gift Tax in Fort Myers
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Fort Myers
Practicing law in Florida. Legal matters in Florida are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Fort Myers are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Florida state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Florida brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Florida courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Fort Myers Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Fort Myers-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Fort Myers Choose Andre J. Patrone
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Andre J. Patrone's practice in the field of trusts, probate, estate planning, tax, and estate tax.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Andre J. Patrone brings 44+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Illinois, Florida, and U.S. Tax Court, Andre J. Patrone can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering trusts, probate, and estate planning, Andre J. Patrone can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Fort Myers
A Fort Myers-based practice means Andre J. Patrone attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Andre J. Patrone Handles in Fort Myers
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