Atty. Eric Gurgold
Eric Gurgold is a lawyer practicing business and taxation, corporate law, elder law and 6 other areas of law. Eric received a B.A. degree from Boston University in 1981, and has been licensed for 41 years.
Business And Taxation & More Attorney · Serving Fort Myers, FL · 41+ Years Experience
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About Eric Gurgold at a Glance
Eric Gurgold is a Shareholder based in Fort Myers, Florida, practicing at Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A.. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, business, and real estate. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (1985), New York (1985), U.S. Tax Court (1988), and Florida U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey U.S. District Court, Southern District of New Yo (2002). Educated at New York Law School (J.D. Boston, 1984) and Boston University (B.A., 1981). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of New York State and New Jersey State Bar Associations. Serves clients in Fort Myers, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Eric Gurgold
- Eric Gurgold is a lawyer practicing business and taxation, corporate law, elder law and 6 other areas of law
- Eric received a B.A. degree from Boston University in 1981, and has been licensed for 41 years
- Eric practices at Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A. in Fort Myers, FL
Practice Areas Explained
Eric Gurgold's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Eric Gurgold 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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Business & Corporate Law in Fort Myers
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Real Estate Law in Fort Myers
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
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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 Eric Gurgold
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 Eric Gurgold's practice in the field of trusts, probate, estate planning, business, and real estate.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Eric Gurgold brings 41+ 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 Jersey, New York, and U.S. Tax Court, Eric Gurgold 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, Eric Gurgold 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 Eric Gurgold 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 Eric Gurgold Handles in Fort Myers
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