Atty. Randell C. Doane

Atty. Randell C. Doane

Randell C. Doane is recognized as a specialist in tax law and is board certified in the law of wills, trusts and estates by the Florida Bar Board of Legal Specialization.

Palm Beach Gardens Palm Beach Gardens 51 yrs experience 51 year
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About Randell C. Doane at a glance

Randell C. Doane is a trusts attorney based in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, practicing at Doane & Doane PA. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Admitted to practice in Michigan (1975) and Florida (1981). Educated at University of Miami School of Law (LLM, 1981) and Michigan State University (—, 1975). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Trusts and Estates (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Elder Law (2026). Serands clients in Palm Beach Gardens, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Randell C. Doane is recognized as a specialist in tax law and is board certified in the law of wills, trusts and estates by the Florida Bar Board of Legal Specialization
  • Mr.Doane is an honored member of Martindale-Hubbell’s Registry of Preeminent Attorneys in tax law and estate planning
  • His law firm, Doane and Doane, PA, holds the high estrating ("AV") from Martindale Hubbell which is the premier attorney rating service
  • Mr.Doane is frequently called as an expert consultant for estate and financial planning issues
  • His legal experience emanates from practice in both local and national law firms
  • Randell Doane has practiced law in the areas of estate planning, probate and taxation since 1975
  • Mr. Doane received his undergraduate and law degrees from Michigan State University and holds a post-doctorate degree in tax law from the University of Miami School of Law
  • In addition to his law degrees, he is a member of the Florida Institute of Certified Public Accountants.Randell Doane frequently lectures nationally on tax and estate planning topics.He is a recognized author in the areas of estate and business planning and is a much sought after educator in the areas of estate planning for attorneys
  • Mr. Doane also instructs in the areas of accounting and financial planning for professional organizations throughout the country
  • Mr. Doane has authored a number of articles and other materials on various subjects regarding estate and tax planning matters
  • He is the coauthor of Death & Taxes – The Complete Guide to Family Inheritance Planning,published by Ohio University Press, and utilized by many as a comprehensive guide for the creation of a personal estate plan.Mr
  • Doane is a member of the East Coast Estate Planning Council, The Palm Beach County Estate Planning Council, the Palm Beach Tax Institute and the Florida Bar Association
  • He is a past president of both the Florida Institute of Certified Public Accountants -- the Palm Beach County chapter and the American Society of Life Underwriters -- the local chapter
  • He is a former member of the American Bar Association's Real Estate Tax Problems Committee
  • Randell Doane is admitted to practice before various state and federal courts, including the U.S
  • Tax Court.Randell Doane is an active member of his community, contributing time and effort to many civic organizations
  • Mr. Doane is an avid supporter of both the Boy Scouts of America and the Girl Scouts of America
  • He is passionate in both interest and support of organizations which deal with children in crisis.Randell Doane shares his active legal practice with his wife, attorney Rebecca Doane, who is also the co-author of Death & Taxes – The Complete Guide to Family Inheritance Planning
  • Mr. Doane resides in North Palm Beach, Florida, with Rebecca and their children, Elizabeth, Bryan, and Randell

Practice Areas Explained

Randell C. Doane's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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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 Palm Beach Gardens 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 Randell C. Doane

Where is Randell C. Doane's law office located?
Randell C. Doane's law practice is located in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida. The firm is Doane & Doane PA. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Randell C. Doane handle?
Randell C. Doane focuses on trusts. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has Randell C. Doane practiced law?
Randell C. Doane has 51+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1975.
Where did Randell C. Doane go to law school?
Randell C. Doane earned their education at (LLM, 1981); (—, 1975); (—, 1969).
How can I contact Randell C. Doane for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Randell C. Doane received?
Randell C. Doane's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Trusts and Estates; Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:; Best Lawyers in America — Elder Law; Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law; Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:.

Practice Areas

Education

LLM
University of Miami School of Law
- 1981
Michigan State University
- 1975
Michigan State University
- 1969

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Trusts and Estates
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Elder Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Business Planning
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Estate Planning
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Probate
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Wills
- 2026

Bar Admissions

Michigan
Admitted: 1975
Florida
Admitted: 1981

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