Atty. Robert B. Judd
Robert B. Judd is a shareholder whose practice encompasses estate and healthcare planning, the administration of complex estates and trusts, and probate, trust, and fiduciary related litigation.
Litigation - Trusts and Estates & More Attorney · Serving Fort Lauderdale, FL
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About Robert B. Judd at a Glance
Robert B. Judd is a trusts attorney based in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, practicing at Olive Judd PA. Admitted to practice in District of Columbia, DC Bar and Florida, Florida Bar. Educated at Columbus School of Law (J.D., 1985) and American University (BS, 1982). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Trusts and Estates (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Trusts and Estates (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus: (2026). Serves clients in Fort Lauderdale, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Robert B. Judd
- Robert B. Judd is a shareholder whose practice encompasses estate and healthcare planning, the administration of complex estates and trusts, and probate, trust, and fiduciary related litigation
- Originally from upstate New York, Mr. Judd has been a resident of Fort Lauderdale since 1985
- He has earned an AV Preeminent rating as independently determined by Martindale-Hubbell, has been designated in “Best Lawyers in America” for several years in the areas of trusts and estates and related litigation, and is recognized as a Florida Super Lawyer
- Mr. Judd is active in the community and currently serves on the Boards of the Broward Performing Arts Foundation, the Florida Council on Arts and Culture, the Josephine S. Leiser Foundation, and the Salah Foundation
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Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert B. Judd handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Fort Lauderdale.
Trusts in Fort Lauderdale
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Fort Lauderdale
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 Lauderdale 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 Lauderdale Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Fort Lauderdale-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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Why Clients in Fort Lauderdale Choose Robert B. Judd
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 Robert B. Judd's practice in the field of trusts.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in District of Columbia, DC Bar and Florida, Florida Bar, Robert B. Judd can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Focused Trusts Practice
Concentrating on trusts means Robert B. Judd's knowledge of relevant statutes, case law, and procedural nuances stays current — unlike generalist practices that spread attention across unrelated fields.
Local Presence in Fort Lauderdale
A Fort Lauderdale-based practice means Robert B. Judd 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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