
Gainesville Estate Planning, Probate, and Mediation
“I have no words to express my gratitude for how Michael handled my legal matter. From the very beginning, he was professional, kind, and incredibly patient. ... He truly cares about his clients, and his dedication and professionalism are unmatched.”
“My time was honored and Michael was always there when I had a question or needed help. Highly recommended. Beyond satisfied.”
How We Help
At Merhar Law, we understand choosing an attorney is an important, often stressful experience. As parents of young children and with an extensive background in public service, we are a family-first firm that favors a holistic approach to our practice areas. We strive to be approachable, empathetic, and candid. When you call us, you speak with an attorney, not a secretary or phone service. We utilize flat fee pricing whenever possible to promote transparency and to encourage communication between attorney and client—you should not be afraid to contact your attorney out of concern for running up your bill. Our firm focuses on helping you through some of life’s most difficult moments: estate planning, probate and estate administration, guardianship, and bankruptcy. We understand that not everyone has much, but everyone has something worth preserving.
Services
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Probate
Transfer a deceased person’s property to their loved ones.
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Last Will and Testament
Specify who gets your property when you pass away.
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Trusts
Avoid probate and have more control over your assets.
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Living Will
Let others know what medical care you want withheld.
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Power of Attorney
Designate a person to help with your finances.
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Health Care Surrogate
Specify who can make health care decisions for you.
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Lady Bird Deed
An inexpensive way to have your home avoid probate.
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Home & Hospital Visits
We can help you execute documents wherever you are.
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Mediation
Resolve disputes without setting foot in court.
We are a law firm focused on helping you protect your legacy and navigate difficult personal situations through representation for estate planning, probate, guardianship, and chapter 7 bankruptcy matters. We are dedicated to providing comprehensive legal services tailored to each client’s needs and in a manner each client can understand—a great plan does not mean much if you and your loved ones do not understand it. Whether you need an estate plan to pass on the fruits of your hard work or you are trying to navigate the probate process while grieving the loss of a loved one, we treat every client with care and compassion, as we would expect to be treated.
While we are based in Gainesville, Florida, we assist clients statewide, with an emphasis on the following areas: Alachua County (including Gainesville, High Springs, Alachua, and Newberry), Baker County, Bradford County (including Starke), Citrus County (including Crystal River), Columbia County (including Lake City), Gilchrist County, Levy County, Marion County (including Ocala), Putnam County (including Palatka), and Union County.
If you need help with Florida probate, estate planning, guardianship, or chapter 7 bankruptcy, contact Merhar Law today for a free consultation.
We offer a 25% discount on all estate planning services to current and retired first responders.