While we are proud of our many areas of expertise, we are, first and foremost, general practitioners. We define general practice as "specializing in the client." In this tradition, we offer legal advice second to none, grounded in an understanding of thecommunity, with the collegial atmosphere that our smaller size and upstate location provide. We value the long-term relationships we have formed, some for the best part of a century.At Hinman, Howard & Kattell, our clients and their goals come first. We know that when you come to us, you have many priorities. You want the best lawyers and support staff for the job.You want cost effective legal assistance. You want to develop relationships with counsel that lead to proactive planning for your legal needs. You want the peace of mind that comes from knowing you have put your problems in the hands of people who can offer solutions that will work specifically for you and your business. Appellate PracticeBanking & FinancialBank ruptcyCommercial LitigationCommercial Real Estate & FinancingConstruction LawCorporate LawCredit Union LawCriminal DefenseDisability Benefits & Workers CompensationMatrimonial LawElder LawEnvironmentalFamily LawGen. We provide Tax and Estate Planning for all individuals; however,we specialize in assisting high net-worth families take advantage of opportunities available under the Federal Tax Code that will reduce federal estate taxes to a minimum. We value the long-term relationships we have formed,some for the best part of a century.At Hinman,Howard & Kattell,our clients and their goals come first. We know that when you come to us,you have many priorities. Estate and Trust Administration specializes in assisting Personal Representatives in the administration of decedent s estates and assisting Trustees in the administration of Trusts,both before and after the death of the Settlor. Probate and Trust Litigation Our office has attorneys who are specialists in assisting clients with the resolution of disputes resulting from probate and trust administration,including disputes through negotiation & disputes through litigation. Patent Law,The office is fortunate to have an experienced at torney who specializes in Patent Law,including assisting clients in obtaining new patents and negotiating disputes relating to existing patents. Real Estate Purchases and Sales We are pleased to be able to assist our clients in the purchase or sale of residential Florida real estate.