Atty. Susan Deets
Ms. Susan Deets is a lawyer practicing probate & trust, elder law, estate planning and 3 other areas of law.
Elder Law & More Attorney · Serving Miami, FL · 44+ Years Experience
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About Susan Deets at a Glance
Susan Deets is a Member based in Miami, Florida, practicing at Whitaker & Deets. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, real estate, and elder law. Admitted to practice in Florida (1982). Educated at University of Miami School of Law (J.D., 1981) and Bellevue College B.A. (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of American Bar Association. Serves clients in Miami, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Susan Deets
- Ms. Susan Deets is a lawyer practicing probate & trust, elder law, estate planning and 3 other areas of law
- Susan received a B.A. degree from Bellevue College, and has been licensed for 44 years
- Susan practices at Whitaker & Deets in Miami, FL
Practice Areas Explained
Susan Deets's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Susan Deets handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Miami.
Trusts in Miami
Susan Deets is one of 103,428 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Florida →
Probate in Miami
Susan Deets is one of 127,041 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Florida →
Estate Planning & Probate in Miami
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
Susan Deets is one of 224,789 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Florida →
Real Estate Law in Miami
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
Susan Deets is one of 313,729 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Florida →
Elder Law in Miami
Elder law attorneys for Medicaid planning, long-term care, guardianship, conservatorship, and elder abuse.
Susan Deets is one of 52,999 elder law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse elder law attorneys in Florida →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Miami
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 Miami 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.
Miami Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Miami-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 Miami Choose Susan Deets
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 Susan Deets's practice in the field of trusts, probate, estate planning, real estate, and elder law.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Susan Deets brings 44+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering trusts, probate, and estate planning, Susan Deets can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Miami
A Miami-based practice means Susan Deets 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 Susan Deets Handles in Miami
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This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Susan Deets directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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