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.

The Attorney Patrick Smith Show

Legal Lifeline: Florida Edition

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!

Live from Omaha: Estate Planning in Nebraska

Attorney Patrick Smith kicks off with a heartfelt D-Day tribute (June 6, 1944) and the Andrews Sisters’ classic “Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy,” honoring the Greatest Generation before diving into the wildest estate administrations you’ll ever hear.

From a millionaire leaving millions for 150 stray dogs, to a Portuguese aristocrat picking heirs from the phone book, a womanless library (yes, really), ashes buried in a Pringles can, and a philosopher who wanted to be stuffed and displayed at meetings — these eccentric wills prove truth is stranger than fiction. Patrick unpacks why some succeed and others get struck down, with plenty of “you can’t make this up” moments.

Plus: Lexi the Intern’s triumphant return and induction as the first-ever Attorney Patrick Smith Show Hall of Fame member, a fresh scam alert on fake “your family member is arrested” calls, Maddie the Surfer Girl crushing the after-show, progress on the Florida Homestead Law Review article, and a major legislative update — the proposed constitutional amendment to dramatically expand (or eliminate) homestead property taxes heads to voters in November.

Patrick fields reverse mortgage questions while reminding everyone: plan ahead, or your estate might fund a daily rose delivery for decades (Jack Benny style).

Real stories. Real law. Real chaos. Heart and soul on the airwaves — tune in, call 800-771-1025, and stay safe. God bless, and Go Gators!

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Attorney Patrick Smith kicks off with a heartfelt D-Day tribute (June 6, 1944) and the Andrews Sisters&rsquo; classic &ldquo;Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy,&rdquo; honoring the Greatest Generation before diving into the wildest estate administrations you&rsquo;ll ever hear.
From a millionaire leaving millions for 150 stray dogs, to a Portuguese aristocrat picking heirs from the phone book, a womanless library (yes, really), ashes buried in a Pringles can, and a philosopher who wanted to be stuffed and displayed at meetings &mdash; these eccentric wills prove truth is stranger than fiction. Patrick unpacks why some succeed and others get struck down, with plenty of &ldquo;you can&rsquo;t make this up&rdquo; moments.
Plus: Lexi the Intern&rsquo;s triumphant return and induction as the first-ever Attorney Patrick Smith Show Hall of Fame member, a fresh scam alert on fake &ldquo;your family member is arrested&rdquo; calls, Maddie the Surfer Girl crushing the after-show, progress on the Florida Homestead Law Review article, and a major legislative update &mdash; the proposed constitutional amendment to dramatically expand (or eliminate) homestead property taxes heads to voters in November.
Patrick fields reverse mortgage questions while reminding everyone: plan ahead, or your estate might fund a daily rose delivery for decades (Jack Benny style).
Real stories. Real law. Real chaos. Heart and soul on the airwaves &mdash; tune in, call 800-771-1025, and stay safe. God bless, and Go Gators!
#AttorneyPatrickSmith #WildWills #EstatePlanning #DDay #HomesteadTax #PringlesCan #WomanlessLibrary #LexiTheIntern #HallOfFame #ScamAlert #FloridaLaw #ReverseMortgage #MaddieTheSurferGirl #GoGators #RadioBanter #CrazyEstates #RealLawRealFun

Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy, Womanless Libraries & Pringles Can Cremations: Wild Wills, D-Day Honor & Homestead Tax Revolution

In this episode of the Attorney Patrick Smith Show, Attorney Patrick Smith dives deep into the complicated world of prenuptial and postnuptial agreements in Florida — what makes them enforceable, what can invalidate them, and why more couples than ever are using them to protect family assets, inheritances, and financial futures. Patrick breaks down real Florida law, key legal requirements, famous celebrity prenup disasters, and landmark cases like Casto v. Casto that continue shaping family law today.

The show also explores real-world divorce and property disputes during live listener calls, including questions about mortgages, marital settlement agreements, and property rights after divorce. Patrick explains how courts evaluate fairness, disclosure, coercion, and financial transparency when determining whether a prenup or postnup will stand up in court.

Later in the episode, Patrick is joined by Florida State Senator Jonathan Martin for an in-depth conversation about Governor Ron DeSantis’ proposed plan to eliminate Florida homestead property taxes. They discuss the constitutional implications, how the proposal could affect homeowners across Florida, and why the issue may become one of the most important ballot initiatives in state history.

Plus, the show wraps up with a look at current Major League Baseball litigation involving the Chicago Cubs and Wrigley Field rooftop owners, highlighting the fascinating intersection of sports, intellectual property, and business law.

Whether you’re planning a marriage, protecting your assets, navigating divorce, or simply interested in Florida law and policy, this episode delivers practical legal insight with humor, personality, and real-world examples.

In this episode of the Attorney Patrick Smith Show, Attorney Patrick Smith dives deep into the complicated world of prenuptial and postnuptial agreements in Florida &mdash; what makes them enforceable, what can invalidate them, and why more couples than ever are using them to protect family assets, inheritances, and financial futures. Patrick breaks down real Florida law, key legal requirements, famous celebrity prenup disasters, and landmark cases like Casto v. Casto that continue shaping family law today.
The show also explores real-world divorce and property disputes during live listener calls, including questions about mortgages, marital settlement agreements, and property rights after divorce. Patrick explains how courts evaluate fairness, disclosure, coercion, and financial transparency when determining whether a prenup or postnup will stand up in court.
Later in the episode, Patrick is joined by Florida State Senator Jonathan Martin for an in-depth conversation about Governor Ron DeSantis&rsquo; proposed plan to eliminate Florida homestead property taxes. They discuss the constitutional implications, how the proposal could affect homeowners across Florida, and why the issue may become one of the most important ballot initiatives in state history.
Plus, the show wraps up with a look at current Major League Baseball litigation involving the Chicago Cubs and Wrigley Field rooftop owners, highlighting the fascinating intersection of sports, intellectual property, and business law.
Whether you&rsquo;re planning a marriage, protecting your assets, navigating divorce, or simply interested in Florida law and policy, this episode delivers practical legal insight with humor, personality, and real-world examples.

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