Atty. Ellen Schechter
Ellen Schechter is a lawyer practicing probate & trust, business law, real estate and 2 other areas of law. Ellen received a A.B. degree from Cornell University in 1978, and has been licensed for 39 years.
Business Law & More Attorney · Serving Boca Raton, FL · 39+ Years Experience
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About Ellen Schechter at a Glance
Ellen Schechter is a Member based in Boca Raton, Florida, practicing at Ellen Schechter, P.A.. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, business, and real estate. Admitted to practice in New York (1987) and Florida (1987). Educated at Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law (J.D., 1986) and Cornell University (A.B., 1978). Active member of Real Property, Probate and Trust Law Sections, South Palm Beach County Bar Association The Florida Bar. Serves clients in Boca Raton, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Ellen Schechter
- Ellen Schechter is a lawyer practicing probate & trust, business law, real estate and 2 other areas of law
- Ellen received a A.B. degree from Cornell University in 1978, and has been licensed for 39 years
- Ellen practices at Ellen Schechter, P.A. in Boca Raton, FL
Practice Areas Explained
Ellen Schechter's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Ellen Schechter handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Boca Raton.
Trusts in Boca Raton
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Probate in Boca Raton
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Business & Corporate Law in Boca Raton
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Ellen Schechter is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Florida →
Real Estate Law in Boca Raton
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
Ellen Schechter is one of 313,729 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Florida →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Boca Raton
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 Boca Raton 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.
Boca Raton Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Boca Raton-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 Boca Raton Choose Ellen Schechter
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 Ellen Schechter's practice in the field of trusts, probate, business, and real estate.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Ellen Schechter brings 39+ 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 New York and Florida, Ellen Schechter can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering trusts, probate, and business, Ellen Schechter can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Boca Raton
A Boca Raton-based practice means Ellen Schechter attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Ellen Schechter Handles in Boca Raton
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