Attorney Patrick L. Smith was born in Lakeland, Florida. He graduated from Lake Region High School and went on to receive degrees in Political Science and Economics from Stetson University. He received his J.D. from the University of North Carolina School of Law.

Patrick Smith is currently an attorney practicing in the fields of estate planning, corporations, and charitable giving.

Patrick Smith resides in Clermont , Florida with his wife, Kristi, and his son, William.

Attorney Patrick L. Smith was born in Lakeland, Florida. He graduated from Lake Region High School and went on to receive degrees in Political Science and Economics from Stetson University. He received his J.D. from the University of North Carolina School of Law.
Patrick Smith is currently an attorney practicing in the fields of estate planning, corporations, and charitable giving.
Patrick Smith resides in Clermont , Florida with his wife, Kristi, and his son, William.

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Legal Lifeline: Florida Edition

On this episode of The Attorney Patrick Smith Show, host Attorney Patrick Smith delivers a deep dive into Florida’s stalking laws (Florida Statute 784.048), including cyberstalking, harassment, credible threats, and penalties ranging from misdemeanors to felonies. Learn how victims can seek protective injunctions and the critical Supreme Court ruling in Counterman v. Colorado that added a subjective “recklessness” standard to protect First Amendment rights while still addressing true threats.

Patrick also explores voyeurism (peeping Tom laws) under Florida Statutes 810.14 and 810.145, video voyeurism, and the state’s strict all-party consent rules for audio recordings (934.03). High-profile cases include the stalking murders of Rebecca Schaeffer and John Lennon, plus incidents involving Madonna, Taylor Swift, and Sandra Bullock.

Plus:
Legal Movie Review: “How to Make a Killing” starring Glenn Powell — a dark comedy about inheritance, murder, and family dysfunction (solid 8.5/10 rating).
Studio fun with Isaiah, Spike on the Mic, and special guest Brown (Spike’s daughter and law student).
Listener call on trust/tax issues and a heartwarming email from Patrick’s high school teacher.

Whether you’re concerned about online harassment, privacy violations, or just love sharp legal analysis with humor, this episode delivers actionable insights and real-world stories.

🎙️ Call in next week: 1-800-771-1025 📍 Law Offices of Patrick L. Smith | Estate planning consultations available (844-PATRICK) After-show drops Monday on socials!

#StalkingLaws #FloridaLaw #Cyberstalking #Voyeurism #TrueThreats #CountermanVColorado #LegalMovieReview #HowToMakeAKilling #CelebrityStalking #JohnLennon #TaylorSwift #EstatePlanning #AttorneyPatrickSmith #FirstAmendment #ProtectiveOrders #LegalPodcast #LawTalk

On this episode of The Attorney Patrick Smith Show, host Attorney Patrick Smith delivers a deep dive into Florida&rsquo;s stalking laws (Florida Statute 784.048), including cyberstalking, harassment, credible threats, and penalties ranging from misdemeanors to felonies. Learn how victims can seek protective injunctions and the critical Supreme Court ruling in Counterman v. Colorado that added a subjective &ldquo;recklessness&rdquo; standard to protect First Amendment rights while still addressing true threats.
Patrick also explores voyeurism (peeping Tom laws) under Florida Statutes 810.14 and 810.145, video voyeurism, and the state&rsquo;s strict all-party consent rules for audio recordings (934.03). High-profile cases include the stalking murders of Rebecca Schaeffer and John Lennon, plus incidents involving Madonna, Taylor Swift, and Sandra Bullock.
Plus:
<ul dir="auto">
<li>Legal Movie Review: &ldquo;How to Make a Killing&rdquo; starring Glenn Powell &mdash; a dark comedy about inheritance, murder, and family dysfunction (solid 8.5/10 rating).</li>
<li>Studio fun with Isaiah, Spike on the Mic, and special guest Brown (Spike&rsquo;s daughter and law student).</li>
<li>Listener call on trust/tax issues and a heartwarming email from Patrick&rsquo;s high school teacher.</li>
</ul>
Whether you&rsquo;re concerned about online harassment, privacy violations, or just love sharp legal analysis with humor, this episode delivers actionable insights and real-world stories.
🎙️ Call in next week: 1-800-771-1025 📍 Law Offices of Patrick L. Smith | Estate planning consultations available (844-PATRICK) After-show drops Monday on socials!
#StalkingLaws #FloridaLaw #Cyberstalking #Voyeurism #TrueThreats #CountermanVColorado #LegalMovieReview #HowToMakeAKilling #CelebrityStalking #JohnLennon #TaylorSwift #EstatePlanning #AttorneyPatrickSmith #FirstAmendment #ProtectiveOrders #LegalPodcast #LawTalk

I'll Be Watching You: Florida Stalking Laws, Voyeurism, Celebrity Cases & Legal Movie Review

Join Attorney Patrick Smith on this lively Father's Day weekend episode of The Attorney Patrick Smith Show! In a full-house studio with Isaiah the Magnificent, Spike on the Mic, and Maddie the Surfer Girl, Patrick breaks down one of the most overlooked — and dangerous — decisions in estate planning: doing nothing.

Discover Florida's intestacy laws (Florida Statute 732) and exactly how your assets get distributed if you die without a will or trust. Learn why this can lead to family fights, estranged relatives inheriting, half-blood siblings complications, and even your estate going to the state. Patrick shares real-world horror stories and famous cases including:
Prince’s $150M+ estate battle (plus his new posthumous album)
Howard Hughes’ 34-year chaos with 40 forged wills
Pablo Picasso, Aretha Franklin, Bob Marley, and even Abraham Lincoln

Plus, a clear breakdown of arbitration vs. mediation in Florida, practical tips on wills vs. trusts ("a fancy will that skips court"), and why planning now prevents guardianship disasters and massive legal fees.

Maddie delivers Surf’s Up with the latest legal news: the IVF embryo mix-up custody case, a massive fake nursing diploma scheme, the Luigi Mangione case update, and a Ryan Reynolds-linked Tesla lawsuit. Listeners call in with questions on copyright scams, pour-over wills, and more.

Whether you're a parent, business owner, or just want peace of mind, this episode shows why “doing nothing” is rarely the cheap or easy option.

🎙️ Call in next week: 1-800-771-1025 📍 Law Offices of Patrick L. Smith New after-show drops Monday on socials!

Join Attorney Patrick Smith on this lively Father's Day weekend episode of The Attorney Patrick Smith Show! In a full-house studio with Isaiah the Magnificent, Spike on the Mic, and Maddie the Surfer Girl, Patrick breaks down one of the most overlooked &mdash; and dangerous &mdash; decisions in estate planning: doing nothing.
Discover Florida's intestacy laws (Florida Statute 732) and exactly how your assets get distributed if you die without a will or trust. Learn why this can lead to family fights, estranged relatives inheriting, half-blood siblings complications, and even your estate going to the state. Patrick shares real-world horror stories and famous cases including:
<ul dir="auto">
<li>Prince&rsquo;s $150M+ estate battle (plus his new posthumous album)</li>
<li>Howard Hughes&rsquo; 34-year chaos with 40 forged wills</li>
<li>Pablo Picasso, Aretha Franklin, Bob Marley, and even Abraham Lincoln</li>
</ul>
Plus, a clear breakdown of arbitration vs. mediation in Florida, practical tips on wills vs. trusts ("a fancy will that skips court"), and why planning now prevents guardianship disasters and massive legal fees.
Maddie delivers Surf&rsquo;s Up with the latest legal news: the IVF embryo mix-up custody case, a massive fake nursing diploma scheme, the Luigi Mangione case update, and a Ryan Reynolds-linked Tesla lawsuit. Listeners call in with questions on copyright scams, pour-over wills, and more.
Whether you're a parent, business owner, or just want peace of mind, this episode shows why &ldquo;doing nothing&rdquo; is rarely the cheap or easy option.
🎙️ Call in next week: 1-800-771-1025 📍 Law Offices of Patrick L. Smith New after-show drops Monday on socials!

Doing Nothing: The Shocking Truth About Dying Without a Will (Famous Estate Disasters + Arbitration Explained)

From the heart of the College World Series in Omaha, Nebraska, Attorney Patrick Smith delivers another fast-paced hour of real law and real fun. Joined by local attorney Greg Hauer, this episode dives deep into Nebraska estate planning — comparing it to Florida’s complex world of probate, trusts, homestead protections, and why a simple transfer-on-death deed might be a “band-aid” while a full trust offers the real protection.

Plus, the latest on Florida’s potential homestead property tax changes and why reviewing your estate plan every three years (or sooner) is non-negotiable.

Whether you’re snowbirding between states or just love wild legal stories, this episode proves one thing: plan ahead, or your estate might fund daily rose deliveries for decades.

Call 800-771-1025 with your legal questions and tune in next week. Heart and soul on the airwaves — stay safe, God bless, and Go Gators!

From the heart of the College World Series in Omaha, Nebraska, Attorney Patrick Smith delivers another fast-paced hour of real law and real fun. Joined by local attorney Greg Hauer, this episode dives deep into Nebraska estate planning &mdash; comparing it to Florida&rsquo;s complex world of probate, trusts, homestead protections, and why a simple transfer-on-death deed might be a &ldquo;band-aid&rdquo; while a full trust offers the real protection.
Plus, the latest on Florida&rsquo;s potential homestead property tax changes and why reviewing your estate plan every three years (or sooner) is non-negotiable.
Whether you&rsquo;re snowbirding between states or just love wild legal stories, this episode proves one thing: plan ahead, or your estate might fund daily rose deliveries for decades.
Call 800-771-1025 with your legal questions and tune in next week. Heart and soul on the airwaves &mdash; stay safe, God bless, and Go Gators!

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