Michael R. Banks, P.A. - Stuart, FL

Attorney Michael Banks practices estate planning and elder law in Stuart, Florida. He provides counsel and representation to many snowbirds from northern states who winter on the Treasure Coast, and he is licensed to practice in Massachusetts and New York as well as in Florida. Although a native of South Florida, he received his undergraduate and law degrees from Boston College and Boston University, respectively.

Michael is active in both local and regional legal associations as well as in the local community. He has been recognized for his pro bono legal work, and has held leadership and board positions in organizations such as the Martin County chapter of the American Red Cross.

As part of his elder law and estate planning practice, he handles a wide variety of matters, including wills, trusts and Medicaid planning. Many of his clients have significant financial resources, and he works to protect their assets for them and their families.

He also practices business law, focusing on business succession planning, which can be thought of as a will or trust for a business. Clients who own medical or other professional practices benefit from his in-depth knowledge of tax law and local real estate, knowledge he builds upon to help clients plan for the future of their businesses.

Michael offers free initial consultations to prospective clients to discuss their legal goals. The law office, which is located in the historic district of downtown Stuart on Ocean Boulevard, accepts credit cards. As a member of the nationally ranked sailing team at Boston College, he knows the importance of the words, "Setting your course." That's what he helps his clients do.