Atty. Peter A. Flanagan

Atty. Peter A. Flanagan

Peter has been affiliated with Simses & Associates since its founding in 2001, as a partner and now of counsel. He practices in the areas of estate planning, estate administration, estate and gift taxation and valuations, Internal Revenue Service audits, domicile planning, charitable foundation planning, business entities, and real estate.

West Palm Beach West Palm Beach 33 yrs experience 33 year
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Profile Summary

About Peter A. Flanagan at a glance

Peter A. Flanagan is an Of Counsel based in West Palm Beach, Florida, practicing at Simses & Associates. They have 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, business, and real estate. Admitted to practice in Florida (1993). Educated at Florida State University (J.D., 1997) and Florida State University (B.S., 1993). Active member of Palm Beach County Bar Association The Florida Bar (Member, Real Property, Probate and Trust Law Section) East Coast Estate Planning Council. Serands clients in West Palm Beach, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Peter has been affiliated with Simses & Associates since its founding in 2001, as a partner and now of counsel
  • He practices in the areas of estate planning, estate administration, estate and gift taxation and valuations, Internal Revenue Service audits, domicile planning, charitable foundation planning, business entities, and real estate
  • Peter received a Bachelor of Arts from Florida State University in 1993 and received his Juris Doctorate from Florida State University College of Law, magna cum laude, in 1997
  • Peter is a member of the Palm Beach County Bar Association, East Coast Estate Planning Council, and the Florida Bar Association

Practice Areas Explained

Peter A. Flanagan's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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Probate

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Estate Planning & Probate

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

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Real Estate Law

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 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 West Palm Beach 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 Peter A. Flanagan

Where is Peter A. Flanagan's law office located?
Peter A. Flanagan's law practice is located in West Palm Beach, Florida. The firm is Simses & Associates. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Peter A. Flanagan handle?
Peter A. Flanagan focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, business, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has Peter A. Flanagan practiced law?
Peter A. Flanagan has 33+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1993.
Where did Peter A. Flanagan go to law school?
Peter A. Flanagan earned their education at (J.D., 1997); (B.S., 1993).
How can I contact Peter A. Flanagan for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Florida State University
- 1997
B.S.
Florida State University
- 1993

Bar Admissions

Florida
Admitted: 1993

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