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Law Office of Amy B. Van Fossen, P.A. - Melbourne, FL

211 E. New Haven Ave. Melbourne, FL 32901

Updated: 02/13/2024

Melbourne Estate Planning Law Firm

Overview

Committed to championing the rights of our clients and protecting their future, we at the Law Office of Amy B. Van Fossen, P.A., have been serving in Melbourne, Florida, for almost two decades. Our goal is to create a relaxed and comfortable environment for you to share your problems with ease so that we can efficiently strategize to find legal solutions suited to your needs...

Committed to championing the rights of our clients and protecting their future, we at the Law Office of Amy B. Van Fossen, P.A., have been serving in Melbourne, Florida, for almost two decades. Our goal is to create a relaxed and comfortable environment for you to share your problems with ease so that we can efficiently strategize to find legal solutions suited to your needs. Our practice encompasses matters not limited to:

· Estate planning

· Elder law

· Probate and trust administration

· VA planning

· Medicaid planning

· Trust funding

· Client maintenance

Molding ourselves to be your ‘counselors for life,’ you can approach us with any issues that concern your assets and planning for the future. Through the successful years of our legal practice so far, we have been honored with the Overall Small Business Partner of the Year Award for the Brevard Public Schools and the Business Partner of the Year Award for both Holland Elementary and Palm Bay Elementary schools. We have also made it to the Business Spotlight for Florida Today.

You may encounter difficult situations if you do not have an estate plan in place or document how you want your legacy to be passed down. The Florida estate laws that take over do not consider your wishes or the well-being of your loved ones. Hence, we provide legal advice and help to guide you through the processes to protect your assets and meet your goals.

Contact us at any of our offices in Melbourne, Florida, and let us be your partner in building your dreams and preserving them. We also offer virtual consultations to make our services accessible to all.

About Law Office of Amy B. Van Fossen, P.A.

Practice Areas

  • Estate Planning
  • Elder Law
  • Probate and trust administration
  • VA planning
  • Medicaid planning
  • Trust funding
  • Client maintenance

Languages

  • English

People

Attorneys

Staff

  • Jennifer Husemann, Legal Assistant – Estate Planning
  • Brittany Bronson, Legal Assistant – Probate
  • Margot Cronk, Public Benefits Specialist
  • Amber Payne, Director Of Case Management
  • Katheryne Cronk, Public Benefits Specialist
  • Meaghan Caswell, Financial Administrator
  • Ashley Russell, Paralegal – Probate
  • Jennifer Sanchez, Senior Paralegal – Probate
  • Chris Ryan, Business Office Manager
  • Diana Douty, Client Relations Coordinator
  • Dorothy Carlsen, Legal Assistant - Public Benefits
  • Kathy Smeltz, Public Benefits Specialist
  • Amanda Roberts, Paralegal – Estate Planning
  • Mary Layman, Administrative Assistant
  • Alicia Ellis, RN Case Manager
  • Anissa Pellhum, Director Of Operations
  • Andrew Dye, Case Manager

Office Information

Address

211 E. New Haven Ave. Melbourne, FL 32901

Fax

  • 321-345-5417

Other Offices

Law Office of Amy B. Van Fossen, P.A. 1341 Bedford Drive, Suite B. Melbourne, FL 32940 321-345-5945

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By Charles V. on Aug. 02, 2021
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Excellent Attorney and Staff. Give complete details.

Law Office of Amy B. Van Fossen, P.A.

Law Office of Amy B. Van Fossen, P.A.

replied on Oct. 18, 2021
We so appreciate your kind review. We are pleased to have been able to assist.
By Vincent B. on Jul. 21, 2021
Verified Client

4.5 out of 5 stars

The team provided a complete set of documents for my estate plan and are now working on a Medicaid plan. Everyone we dealt with was very knowledgeable, efficient, and friendly, making us feel very comfortable. I would not hesitate to highly recommend this firm to anyone.

Law Office of Amy B. Van Fossen, P.A.

Law Office of Amy B. Van Fossen, P.A.

replied on Oct. 18, 2021
Thank you for your continued trust in the firm's services. We are so glad to be of assistance.
By Dorothy C. on Jul. 16, 2021
Verified Client

5.0 out of 5 stars

Extremely helpful in every way.left no stone unturned.a pleasure.thank you.

Law Office of Amy B. Van Fossen, P.A.

Law Office of Amy B. Van Fossen, P.A.

replied on Oct. 18, 2021
We are so glad to have been of service. Thank you for your kind thoughts.
By Anonymous on Jul. 13, 2021
Verified Client

5.0 out of 5 stars

Excellent service. They knew what I needed and answered all my questions. It's well documented professionally in assorted in a binder for quick reference . Excellent work. Would highly recommend this firm to othets.

Law Office of Amy B. Van Fossen, P.A.

Law Office of Amy B. Van Fossen, P.A.

replied on Oct. 18, 2021
We are so glad that you are pleased. Thank you for your trust in our firm. We hope to assist again in the future.
By Anonymous on May. 13, 2021
Verified Client

5.0 out of 5 stars

The firm was helpful beyond GREAT, through the process of my wife dyeing.

Law Office of Amy B. Van Fossen, P.A.

Law Office of Amy B. Van Fossen, P.A.

replied on Oct. 18, 2021
We are grateful for your continued trust and happy to assist.
By Anonymous on May. 08, 2021
Verified Client

5.0 out of 5 stars

I have read the reviews for this law firm and I agree with them. I have one word for my opinion of the law office of Amy B. Van Fossen, P. A. PEERLESS.

Law Office of Amy B. Van Fossen, P.A.

Law Office of Amy B. Van Fossen, P.A.

replied on Oct. 18, 2021
Thank you so much for your kind thoughts. We are grateful for the opportunity to be of service now and in the future.
By Anonymous on Apr. 22, 2021
Verified Client

5.0 out of 5 stars

The team made getting a medical directive and power of attorney in place for my father a simple task. I live out of state and Chris Ryan worked with his assisted living facility (during COVID) to coordinate and complete the signing. The entire process was completed in less than 3-weeks! Thanks for the excellent service and peace of mind.

Law Office of Amy B. Van Fossen, P.A.

Law Office of Amy B. Van Fossen, P.A.

replied on Oct. 18, 2021
Thank you for allowing us to assist you and your family.
By Francis W. on Apr. 14, 2021
Verified Client

5.0 out of 5 stars

Extremely friendly and thorough. Answered all of our questions about setting up a trust. Made the whole process very easy. I have already recommended them to several friends. Would definitely use their services again

Law Office of Amy B. Van Fossen, P.A.

Law Office of Amy B. Van Fossen, P.A.

replied on Apr. 16, 2021
We appreciate you sharing your experience. We are happy to assist and look forward to working with those you have recommended us to.
By Anonymous on Apr. 06, 2021
Verified Client

5.0 out of 5 stars

Excellent experience! Knowledgeable, friendly staff who answered all my questions and needs. Will definitely contact again as needed.

Law Office of Amy B. Van Fossen, P.A.

Law Office of Amy B. Van Fossen, P.A.

replied on Apr. 16, 2021
Thank you for your kind words. We are grateful that we were able to assist and look forward to working with you again.
By Marlene M. on Feb. 18, 2021
Verified Client

5.0 out of 5 stars

Down-to-earth friendly, competent, qualified, highly professional, up-to-date knowledge of Florida family trusts and all that is involved (including knowledge of other states? laws), focused on my detailed wishes, extremely organized, excellent communications, and fast service. I was very impressed with all staff associated with my trust and appreciate the time and effort extended on their parts regarding most welcomed trust legal advice. Am confident and trust them that they will be there for me regarding any future concerns, changes, or questions. Very pleased with this law firm and highly recommend.

Law Office of Amy B. Van Fossen, P.A.

Law Office of Amy B. Van Fossen, P.A.

replied on Apr. 16, 2021
We appreciate the feedback. Thank you for sharing your experience. We are grateful to have been able to assist.
By greg p. on Feb. 15, 2021
Verified Client

5.0 out of 5 stars

A very professional and friendly law firm. Took care of my fathers and my probate needs with needed advice and follow-up.

Law Office of Amy B. Van Fossen, P.A.

Law Office of Amy B. Van Fossen, P.A.

replied on Apr. 16, 2021
We are very happy to be able to assist. Thank you for sharing your experience.
By Leonard R. on Feb. 04, 2021
Verified Client

4.5 out of 5 stars

The legal requirements for trusts, powers of attorney, and wills can be draconian for the uninitiated. Amy Van Fossen's law firm outlined all of the requirements of estate preparation with clarity and precision for us. They also offer an estate management service that removes all concern about "what will happen to us when we cannot manage for ourselves". This law firm is very client friendly and will not hesitate to help, clarify, and assure when the need arises. The Law Office of Amy Van Fossen is most highly recommended for estate preparation needs.

Law Office of Amy B. Van Fossen, P.A.

Law Office of Amy B. Van Fossen, P.A.

replied on Apr. 16, 2021
Thank you for sharing your experience. We are grateful to be part of your team and look forward to assisting for years to come.
By Anonymous on Feb. 03, 2021
Verified Client

5.0 out of 5 stars

We are new clients for just one year services. They have done everything they said the were going to do when they said they were going to do it. They are very responsive to your questions an any little requests we have had. We and our son and daughter-in-Law are much more relaxed and confident about our future matters being address in a professional and timely matter for the rest of our lives.

Law Office of Amy B. Van Fossen, P.A.

Law Office of Amy B. Van Fossen, P.A.

replied on Apr. 16, 2021
We appreciate your trust and are grateful to be part of your team.
By Paras T. on Dec. 04, 2020
Verified Client

5.0 out of 5 stars

Everyone on the team that I've met is knowledgeable, courteous, timely and smart

Law Office of Amy B. Van Fossen, P.A.

Law Office of Amy B. Van Fossen, P.A.

replied on Apr. 16, 2021
Thank you for sharing your experience. We are grateful to work with you.
By David L. on Jun. 08, 2022

5.0 out of 5 stars

Perfect!! Highly recommend!! Very Please with my Mom's Trust,Will, Durable Power of Attorney and all the other legal matters they did for my 79 yr. old Mother. Thank You!!

By Anonymous on Jun. 01, 2022

5.0 out of 5 stars

Very helpful to meet all the needs of everyone in my family.

By Anonymous on May. 17, 2022

5.0 out of 5 stars

our initial visit for estate planning was outstanding due to a personable competent and compassionate experience.

By Anonymous on Mar. 10, 2022

5.0 out of 5 stars

We needed to update our will and this office was recommended by a friend who had a prior experience. The number of stars says it all, from our first meeting with Amy, all the back and forth until the completing the documents with Chris and staff. Everyone in this office was professional, courteous, respectful and a pleasure to work with. If you are in need of service, this is the office to reach out to.

By Anonymous on Feb. 05, 2022

5.0 out of 5 stars

The Law Office of Amy B. Van Fossen offers a full range of estate planning and elder law services to help clients plan for their lives, their families and their financial futures. Of noticeable importance to me, was the warm and friendly atmosphere that the whole team provided every time I spoke with them. Through the process, every time I called or emailed the response was very timely. I value all the support and professional advice given to me. I will recommend this outstanding law firm to others and use their services in the future.

By Kenneth G. on Jan. 16, 2022

5.0 out of 5 stars

At the end of year 2021, I was in Florida and found myself having to deal with the complications of my late father's estate. I had been searching for local law firms in the Palm Bay area endlessly. I contacted a few different firms, none of which were as honest and precise as the law office of Amy B. Van Fossen. I was unable to meet with them in person because I had to catch a flight the following day, but they were willing to schedule a video conference with me for when I returned home. During this video conference I realized that this was not just any law firm; it was a caring law firm that understood the pains of going through the probate process while dealing with a loved one?s passing. The bottom line is- they listened. I came to know the many team members that make up this firm, all of whom are incredibly efficient in what they do and specialize in. Paralegal Jennifer Sanchez is very communicative through email and phone conversations. Litigation attorney Gregory Schwendeman is extremely knowledgeable; having the ability to work a case from every angle. The receptionists as well were polite and friendly; forwarding each call to the appropriate lawyer. This whole experience turned into a pleasant journey, even amid the seemingly uncertain outcome. I would highly recommend this law firm to anyone in need of legal assistance in the Melbourne area.

By Elizabeth M. on Nov. 19, 2021

4.5 out of 5 stars

During times of grief and sorrow it can seem like a mountain to climb, especially when there are countless affairs to handle and of course all the legal paperwork. I was worried over what-where-when to file specific documents, as one could easily drown in the vastness of it all. I count myself lucky to have chosen to work with the amazing team at Amy VanFossen's office. Everyone was patient and understanding of the situation, as my family lost our matriarch and eldest sibling within the same year, and it was a comfort that they were available to assist on both matters. They provided insight on how each piece of the process worked, broke items down whenever I had 100+ questions, and they never made any promises. One might be concerned about that, but I appreciated it as I found while diving into all the aspects of my departed loved ones affairs, the process might need to have been amended, and they were fully prepared to adjust, and still answer questions, and I felt at ease during the whole process. Everyone who works in this office is kind, knowledgeable and in my opinion the very best at what they do. I didn't feel like just another case, and if I had a question, I knew I could call or email and I would hear back within a reasonable timeframe. Jennifer was/is amazing to work with, as she is organized, diligent, and you can tell she cares about each client that she works with. I feel this is a true reflection on this entire firm's dedication to whomever comes in as a client. If you have an estate matter, or need to handle a probate issue, please I urge you to set up an appointment as this team is amazing. I also urge if you don't have anything on paper for "when the time comes" please speak with them regarding it as well. Thank you to the entire team, you helped this process be less painful so my whole family could focus on grieving our departed family members and not the paperwork!

By Anonymous on Nov. 12, 2021

5.0 out of 5 stars

Amy B. Van Fossen and her team of attorneys and assistants are very thorough and professional. They performed all of our required services quickly and efficiently. The process of completing our trust documents was straight forward and the information provided was easy to understand. Kudos for excellent and prompt service!

By William W. on Apr. 21, 2021

1.0 out of 5 stars

I called and inquired what a simple will would cost with all assets listed to beneficiaries, This normally runs in the 4-600 dollar range, BUT, I was told that "amy" would have to have a "phone consultation" charging 350 fricking dollars just for me to explain the details I needed to be listed in the will. HELL for the 350 fee I'm already more than halfway there on the full will cost but only for a consultation. HELL NO - STAY AWAY FROM THESE GREEDY BASTARDS..............

Law Office of Amy B. Van Fossen, P.A.

Law Office of Amy B. Van Fossen, P.A.

replied on Apr. 22, 2021
We are sorry to hear that you are disappointed in our process. It is standard practice to charge a consultation fee to cover the time of the attorney. For our office, we offer that fee back as a credit toward the services that we are hired to complete, therefore charging no consultation fee to those who become clients. We apologize that this was not made more understandable at the time of your inquiry. We hope only to provide the best of services to our clients and community and wish you the best of luck in completing your estate planning documents.
By Melvin F. on Dec. 04, 2020

5.0 out of 5 stars

Great office, with a great team of professionals. HIGHLY recommend!

Law Office of Amy B. Van Fossen, P.A.

Law Office of Amy B. Van Fossen, P.A.

replied on Apr. 16, 2021
We appreciate your feedback and look forward to working with you in the future.

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