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Your legal advocate in Florida.

Experienced Guidance and Personalized Solutions

At Smith Will & Trust, we understand the intricate nuances of estate and business planning, including the potential for litigation. Our unwavering commitment lies in safeguarding the interests of families and businesses through meticulously crafted strategies tailored to their unique needs. We offer bespoke planning solutions designed to mitigate risks and provide asset protection, ensuring our clients can navigate the complexities of the law with confidence.

Our goal is to deliver customized, high-quality planning services that transcend mere legal counsel. We strive to prevent the necessity of courtroom battles by proactively addressing potential areas of conflict. However, should the need for litigation arise, our team of seasoned attorneys is prepared to vigorously defend your rights and interests.

Meet The Lawyer

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Meet The Team:

Launched by Christian Smith, the Smith Will & Trust firm guides families and enterprises across Florida.

Located in Tampa, complemented by a mobile team serving the Sunshine State, their mission is to deliver top-tier legal counsel imbued with care. Christian’s mastery of estate planning, business tactics, and succession dovetails with litigating intricate trusts and estates matters. This synergy yields tailored approaches that safeguard against risks while accomplishing each client’s distinct ambitions.

Attorney

Christian Smith

Trusts, Estates & Business planning attorney Christian Smith helps families throughout the state of Florida. Christian was born in Jacksonville, Florida and was raised as a military brat while his mom was stationed at the Naval Air Station in Jacksonville.

Christian graduated with high honors with a Bachelor's in English Literature from University of North Florida in Jacksonville. Upon graduation, Christian moved to Ohio to take care of his aging grandpa and to attend law school.

While attending law school at the University of Dayton in Ohio, Christian endured a very difficult probate process when his grandpa passed. The probate process took over a year to complete and cost tens of thousands of dollars. In addition to the expense and the delay, Christian saw firsthand how the death of his father figure drastically impacted the family dynamic.

Christian felt a calling to help families avoid the immense emotional and financial burden that inevitably follows if one does not have their estate plan in order.

Christian resides in St. Petersburg near the Weedon Island Preserve where he frequently enjoys running and kayaking with his wife. He also enjoys playing tennis and ice hockey when he is not serving families and helping them accomplish their estate planning goal.

Of Counsel

Elizabeth Miller

I received my J.D. summa cum laude in 2002 from Nova Southeastern University in Davie, Florida. After a federal judicial clerkship in Tennessee and a brief time at Stetson University College of Law in St. Petersburg, I spent four years as a business litigator in St. Petersburg before pivoting into a family-owned commercial real estate redevelopment company in Colorado.

When my father passed away in 2023, I was moved to start a new career chapter, with a strong desire to help families and individuals navigate the loss of a loved one and plan for the future.

I’m a current member of The Florida Bar’s Real Property, Probate, and Trust Law Division, and of the Florida Bar’s Solo and Small Firm Division.

Testimonials

“Smith Will & Trust provided exceptional guidance throughout the estate planning process. Their attention to detail and understanding of the complexities involved ensured that our wishes were accurately reflected.”

J.R.Tampa, FL

“As a business owner, I was seeking a firm that could help me navigate the intricate world of succession planning. The team at Smith Will & Trust exceeded my expectations with their expertise and personalized strategies.”

K.W.Orlando, FL

“Smith Will & Trust's meticulous attention to detail and clear communication ensured that every aspect of our property purchase was handled with utmost care and expertise. We highly recommend their services.”

T.C.Apopka, FL

“Smith Will & Trust were relentless in their pursuit of justice, providing aggressive advocacy every step of the way. Their unwavering dedication were instrumental in achieving a favorable outcome for my case.”

M.S.St. Petersburg, FL

A Dedicated legal team

At Smith Will & Trust, we are dedicated to providing comprehensive legal solutions that empower families and businesses to secure their legacies and achieve their objectives seamlessly.

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