Elder Law & More Attorney · Serving Melbourne, FL · 37+ Years Experience
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About David H. Jacoby at a Glance
David H. Jacoby is a Member based in Melbourne, Florida, practicing at Lemieux & Jacoby Elder Law Advocates. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, poa, and elder law. Admitted to practice in Florida (1989) and U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida (1989). Educated at Stetson University (J.D., 1989) and Florida State University (B.S., 1986). Recognitions include CV Notable. Active member of The National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys The Academy of Florida Elder Law Attorneys The Brevard County Bar Association The Florida Bar Association The Florida State Guardianship Association. Serves clients in Melbourne, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About David H. Jacoby
- David H. Jacoby, founder of David H. Jacoby Elder Law Advocates, PA, has served Brevard County, Florida, for over 30 years
- He is now a partner at Lemieux & Jacoby Elder Law Firm, where he continues to practice Elder Law
- His areas of focus include Medicaid Planning, Nursing Home and Long-Term Care Planning, Estate Planning, Guardianships, Wills and Trusts, and Probate
- David earned a Bachelor of Science in Finance from Florida State University in 1986 and a Juris Doctor from Stetson University College of Law in 1989
- In February 1990, he established his law office in Brevard County
- He has also served as an Adjunct Professor at Barry University, teaching Business Law
- In addition, David has been a board member at HealthSouth Sea Pines Rehabilitation Hospital and the Brevard County Jewish Community School
- He is married to his wife, Erin, and has four children and six grandchildren
Practice Areas Explained
David H. Jacoby's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David H. Jacoby handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Melbourne.
Trusts in Melbourne
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Probate in Melbourne
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Estate Planning & Probate in Melbourne
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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Power of Attorney in Melbourne
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Elder Law in Melbourne
Elder law attorneys for Medicaid planning, long-term care, guardianship, conservatorship, and elder abuse.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Melbourne
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 Melbourne 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.
Melbourne Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Melbourne-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 Melbourne Choose David H. Jacoby
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 David H. Jacoby's practice in the field of trusts, probate, estate planning, poa, and elder law.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
David H. Jacoby brings 37+ 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 Florida and U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida, David H. Jacoby 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, David H. Jacoby can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Melbourne
A Melbourne-based practice means David H. Jacoby 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 David H. Jacoby Handles in Melbourne
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