Atty. Robert Scott Bernstein
Robert Scott Bernstein is a lawyer practicing probate & trust, business law, estates & trusts and 8 other areas of law. Robert received a B.B.A. degree from University of Miami, Coral Gables, Florida, and has been licensed for 35 years.
Business Law & More Attorney · Serving Jacksonville, FL · 35+ Years Experience
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About Robert Scott Bernstein at a Glance
Robert Scott Bernstein is a Partner based in Jacksonville, Florida, practicing at Foley & Lardner LLP. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, family law, business, and real estate. Admitted to practice in New York (1991) and Florida United States Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit United States Tax Court United State (1992). Educated at University of Miami School of Law J.D. magna cum laude Articles & Comments Editor and Member University of Miami School of Law J.D. Executive Board University of Miami School of Law J.D. Univ (—) and University of Miami, Coral Gables, Florida B.B.A. Accounting University of Miami, Coral Gables, Florida B.B.A. magna cum laude (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Jacksonville, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Robert Scott Bernstein
- Robert Scott Bernstein is a lawyer practicing probate & trust, business law, estates & trusts and 8 other areas of law
- Robert received a B.B.A. degree from University of Miami, Coral Gables, Florida, and has been licensed for 35 years
- Robert practices at Foley & Lardner LLP in Jacksonville, FL
Practice Areas Explained
Robert Scott Bernstein's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert Scott Bernstein handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Jacksonville.
Trusts in Jacksonville
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Probate in Jacksonville
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Family Law in Jacksonville
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Business & Corporate Law in Jacksonville
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Real Estate Law in Jacksonville
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Jacksonville
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 Jacksonville 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.
Jacksonville Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Jacksonville-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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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Jacksonville Choose Robert Scott Bernstein
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 Scott Bernstein's practice in the field of trusts, probate, family law, business, and real estate.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Robert Scott Bernstein brings 35+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in New York and Florida United States Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit United States Tax Court United State, Robert Scott Bernstein can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering trusts, probate, and family law, Robert Scott Bernstein can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Jacksonville
A Jacksonville-based practice means Robert Scott Bernstein attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Robert Scott Bernstein Handles in Jacksonville
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