Atty. Julie Osterhout

Atty. Julie Osterhout

Julie Osterhout is a lawyer practicing elder law, probate law, guardianship law and 7 other areas of law. Julie received a B.S.Ed. degree from University of Georgia in 1973, and has been licensed for 46 years.

Fort Myers Fort Myers 46 yrs experience 46 year
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Profile Summary

About Julie Osterhout at a glance

Julie Osterhout is a Member based in Fort Myers, Florida, practicing at Osterhout & McKinney, P.A.. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on wills, trusts, probate, poa, and elder law. Admitted to practice in Georgia (1980), Florida (1980), and U.S. District Court, Middle District of Georgia, U.S. District Court, Middle and Northern Districts (1980). Educated at Mercer University (J.D., 1980) and University of Georgia (B.S.Ed. University, 1973). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Lee County and American Bar Associations The Florida Bar (Member, Board of Governors, Young Lawyers Section, 1982-1984 Chair-Elect, Elder Law Section, 1997) State Bar of Georgia. Serands clients in Fort Myers, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Julie Osterhout is a lawyer practicing elder law, probate law, guardianship law and 7 other areas of law
  • Julie received a B.S.Ed. degree from University of Georgia in 1973, and has been licensed for 46 years
  • Julie practices at Osterhout & McKinney, P.A. in Fort Myers, FL

Practice Areas Explained

Julie Osterhout's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Julie Osterhout handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Wills

Julie Osterhout is one of 34,541 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in Florida →

Trusts

Julie Osterhout is one of 104,171 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Florida →

Probate

Julie Osterhout is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Florida →

Power of Attorney

Julie Osterhout is one of 33,188 poa attorneys indexed nationally. Browse poa attorneys in Florida →

Elder Law

Elder law attorneys for Medicaid planning, long-term care, guardianship, conservatorship, and elder abuse.

Julie Osterhout is one of 53,430 elder law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse elder law attorneys in Florida →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Florida

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 andnue, 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Julie Osterhout

Where is Julie Osterhout's law office located?
Julie Osterhout's law practice is located in Fort Myers, Florida. The firm is Osterhout & McKinney, P.A.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Julie Osterhout handle?
Julie Osterhout focuses on wills, trusts, probate, poa, elder law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has Julie Osterhout practiced law?
Julie Osterhout has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did Julie Osterhout go to law school?
Julie Osterhout earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (B.S.Ed. University, 1973).
How can I contact Julie Osterhout for a consultation?
You can contact Julie Osterhout directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Julie Osterhout received?
Julie Osterhout's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Mercer University
- 1980
B.S.Ed. University
University of Georgia
- 1973

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Georgia
Admitted: 1980
Florida
Admitted: 1980
U.S. District Court, Middle District of Georgia, U.S. District Court, Middle and Northern Districts
Admitted: 1980

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