Andrew R. Boyer, Esq.
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“Elder Law Attorneys are problem solvers by nature and advocates by choice. We have a passion for helping families navigate through the most challenging times of their lives.”
View ProfileFlorida Bar Board Certified Elder Law Attorney
Practice Areas:
- Probate
- Complex Guardianship
- including experience with the follow types of complex cases:
- Inter-State Guardianships
- Minor
- including experience with the follow types of complex cases:
- Estate Planning
- Public Benefits Planning
Licenses and Accreditations:
- Board Certified Elder Law Attorney
- Solicitor of England and Wales (non-practicing)
Educational Experience:
- University of South Florida, Tampa – B.A. Political Science
- Active in Kiwanis Collegiate Organization
- USF Chapter President
- Florida Division Lt. Governor
- Studied Art History and French through an exchange program with the American University of Paris
- Active in Kiwanis Collegiate Organization
- Stetson University College of Law – Juris Doctor
- Honor roll student four straight semesters
- Best Appellate Brief Award
- President of Stetson’s Elder Law Society
- Active in researching consumer fraud perpetrated against the elderly
Professional Experience:
- National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys Member
- Manatee County Bar Association Board Member
- Manatee County Bar Association, Young Lawyers Division, Past President
- Sarasota County Bar Association Member
- Past Chair of SCBA Estate Planning Section
- Founding Chair of SCBA Elder Law Section
Volunteer Experience:
- Justice Teaching Project
- Volunteer Attorney through Legal Aid of Manasota
- Secretary and Member of the Board of Directors – Pines of Sarasota Foundation
Awards and Acknowledgements:
Media and Publications:
- 2021
- Nursing Home Visitation Changes – NAELA News Journal
- 2020
- NAELA Members Making a Difference in Their Communities – NAELA News Journal
- Florida Hides Total Nursing Home Infections – News Channel 8, Tampa
- 2019
- Not Dead Yet: Bitcoin – NAELA News Journal
Personal Experiences:
- Born in Sarasota and grew up in Bradenton.
- Experience as a Family Caregiver when his aging Grandmother lived in his home when he was young giving him a unique appreciation for the families working through the challenges of aging.
- Andrew enjoys spending time with his wife, son, daughters, and extended family.
Non-Law Related Interests:
- Holds a General Class Amateur Radio License (HAM) issued by the FCC
- Helping run the Bead Abode Bead Store
- Andrew enjoys cycling and has participated in the RAGRAI event in Iowa 3 times
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