Atty. Richard David Baxter

Atty. Richard David Baxter

Richard David Baxter is a lawyer practicing tax planning, estate planning, probate and 10 other areas of law. Richard received a M.B.A. degree from Columbia University in 1971, and has been licensed for 54 years.

Orlando Orlando 54 yrs experience 54 year
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Profile Summary

About Richard David Baxter at a glance

Richard David Baxter is a Partner based in Orlando, Florida, practicing at South Milhausen, P.A.. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Their practice focuses on contracts, trusts, probate, estate planning, and business. Admitted to practice in New York (1972), U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit and U.S. District Court, Southern and Eastern Districts of New (1975), U.S. Supreme Court and U.S. Tax Court (1978), and Florida (1979). Educated at Columbia University (J.D., 1971) and Columbia University (M.B.A. Nova, 1971). Active member of Orange County Bar Association (Member, Estate, Trust and Guardianship Committee) The Florida Bar Central Florida Estate Planning Council. Serands clients in Orlando, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Richard David Baxter is a lawyer practicing tax planning, estate planning, probate and 10 other areas of law
  • Richard received a M.B.A. degree from Columbia University in 1971, and has been licensed for 54 years
  • Richard practices at South Milhausen, P.A. in Orlando, FL

Practice Areas Explained

Richard David Baxter's Areas of Practice

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

Contracts

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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

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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 Orlando 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 Richard David Baxter

Where is Richard David Baxter's law office located?
Richard David Baxter's law practice is located in Orlando, Florida. The firm is South Milhausen, P.A.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Richard David Baxter handle?
Richard David Baxter focuses on contracts, trusts, probate, estate planning, business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has Richard David Baxter practiced law?
Richard David Baxter has 54+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1972.
Where did Richard David Baxter go to law school?
Richard David Baxter earned their education at (J.D., 1971); (M.B.A. Nova, 1971).
How can I contact Richard David Baxter for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Columbia University
- 1971
M.B.A. Nova
Columbia University
- 1971

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1972
U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit and U.S. District Court, Southern and Eastern Districts of New
Admitted: 1975
U.S. Supreme Court and U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1978
Florida
Admitted: 1979
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit and U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida
Admitted: 1979

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