The Attorney Patrick Smith Show

Join host Attorney Patrick Smith on this lively Saturday edition of The Attorney Patrick Smith Show, where legal expertise meets real-life family drama and current events. The show kicks off with a special news alert on the escalating U.S.-Israel joint military operation against Iran, dubbed "Operation Epic Fury," including strikes on Iranian infrastructure and retaliatory missile/drone attacks—prompting listener thoughts on potential U.S. troop involvement, drafts, and global implications. The core theme is the "All in the Family" edition, diving into Florida-specific legal issues affecting households: A major update on House Joint Resolution 203 (passed by the Florida House), proposing a phased $100,000 annual increase in homestead exemptions for non-school ad valorem taxes over 10 years, potentially eliminating them entirely by 2037 (pending 60% voter approval in 2026)—great news for middle-class homeowners! Undue influence in estate planning: How family members can coerce wills/trusts, red flags attorneys watch for, and why ethical lawyers shut down suspicious appointments. Tortious interference with inheritance: When outsiders (e.g., caregivers or neighbors) fraudulently divert assets like bank accounts to bypass probate. Disinheriting a child in Florida: You can't "divorce" them, but you can omit adult children with explicit language (while protecting minors under homestead laws). Cohabitation risks with family: Equitable liens if relatives pay expenses—protect yourself with a proper lease agreement. Life insurance premiums paid by family: No automatic reimbursement unless named as beneficiary. Caller spotlights include advice on nursing home negligence leading to bedsores/hospice, family court challenges with false allegations and DCF involvement, contested estate distributions in a large New York will, and reverse mortgage/trust questions for an 80-year-old. Patrick also shares fun bits: correcting a podcast description mishap about "Running Bear" lyrics, praising the team (shout-out to AJ for show titles!), reflecting on last week's mayoral debate success with the "Sweet Caroline" ending, and a small-world encounter at a fundraiser with Sheriff Grady Judd. Catch the full hour of practical legal insights, listener calls (1-800-771-1025), faith-based encouragement, Gators shout-outs, and Patrick's signature humor. For estate planning consultations, reverse mortgages, family law referrals, or nursing home cases, call the office Monday at 844-PATRICK. Listen live or catch archives at attorneypatricksmith.com or The Bone Online/Bone TV. Next week: Live from New York City! #AttorneyPatrickSmith #AllInTheFamily #FloridaLaw #HomesteadExemption #EstatePlanning #UndueInfluence #Inheritance #OperationEpic Fury #IranStrikes #PropertyTaxRelief #FamilyLaw #ReverseMortgage #LegalAdvice #FloridaPolitics #GoGators

Join host Attorney Patrick Smith for a special edition of The Attorney Patrick Smith Show – our in-depth mayoral debate for the City of Indian Rocks Beach! Incumbent Mayor Denise Houseberg and challenger, former City Commissioner Lan Vaughn, go head-to-head on the hottest local issues shaping our beach community. From the ongoing battle over short-term rentals (STRs) – including compliance challenges, the Homes Not Hotels lawsuit, uncollected revenue, and enforcement debates – to post-Hurricanes Helene & Milton recovery efforts, permitting frustrations, paid parking pilots, resident vs. visitor parking concerns, and calls for better leadership and unity. Candidates share opening/closing statements, answer tough questions on lawsuits costing the city, alignment with controversial figures, resignation from prior roles, and how they'll represent ALL residents – even those who disagree. Listener call-ins add real community voices, from STR owners to frustrated neighbors. Plus, a light-hearted sing-along finish to "Sweet Caroline" reminds us we're all in this together for Indian Rocks Beach! Whether you're a resident, visitor, STR owner, or just care about our small-town beach vibe, this debate delivers straight talk, accountability, and insights you won't hear anywhere else. Tune in, get informed, and decide who best represents Indian Rocks Beach! #IndianRocksBeach #IRB #MayoralDebate #ShortTermRentals #HomesNotHotels #PinellasCounty #BeachLife #FloridaPolitics #AttorneyPatrickSmithShow #VoteIRB #STRs #HurricaneRecovery #PaidParking #CommunityUnity

The Attorney Patrick Smith Show delivers a hilariously heartfelt Valentine's Day special that's equal parts legal wisdom, romantic mishaps, and pure Florida chaos. Dive into the Laws for Lovers edition, where we break down sweetheart wills, tenants by the entirety magic (creditor-proof romance, anyone?), spousal elective shares that could crash a second honeymoon, homestead rights with ticking six-month clocks, prenup/postnup peace-of-mind planning, why common law marriage is DOA in Florida, and even Romeo & Juliet exceptions for those barely-legal high school sweethearts. All set to a soundtrack of Marvin Gaye grooves and the tragic (yet oddly upbeat) 1959 classic "Running Bear" by Johnny Preston. Hear about cruise wives (temporary shipboard soulmates—think micro-relationships with zero long-term strings, bonus points if Mom tags along on excursions), a guy's night discovering "Indian spicy" at Red Chili's (one spoonful too many = instant regret), birthday shoutouts to the irreplaceable Merti Mert, Car Wash Frank's prenup dreams while detailing cars and prepping for fatherhood, and a wild union stalking tale that makes Bridezilla look tame. It's estate planning meets love advice, listener calls, Gators talk, and Patrick's signature dad-joke energy—because nothing bonds couples like learning how not to lose the house in a divorce or to a union protest. Tune in Saturdays for live calls (800-771-1025), expert laughs, and real talk that proves love might conquer all... but a solid prenup conquers more. #AttorneyPatrickSmithShow #LawsForLovers #ValentinesSpecial #RunningBear #CruiseWife #PrenupOrRegret #FloridaLaw #EstatePlanningFun #HappyValentines #LittleWhiteDove (or is it Dog?)

It's dad's 77th birthday on The Attorney Patrick Smith Show — cue Hank Williams Sr. and heartfelt stories from a Bronze Star Vietnam vet dad. Patrick drops game-changing lessons: control yourself in confrontations, and the raw reality of war from a 13-year-old's eyes. Then dive into listener Q&A: insurance companies lowballing fault, small claims roofing nightmares, updating trusts after name changes, post-divorce estate revamps, powers of attorney for college kids, and the wild NCAA eligibility fight shaking up college sports. Crew laughs, golf boasts, and Super Bowl trash talk included! Florida legal insights with heart — call in live next time: 800-771-1025. #FloridaAttorney #DadLessons #VietnamHero #LegalPodcast #EstatePlan #AutoAccident #CollegeSportsDrama #HankWilliamsClassic