For those individuals who have resolved to develop an estate plan in 2025, in this episode of the Power of Planning podcast, Attorney Vanessa J. Skinner spotlights the top ten things you should be prepared to discuss during an initial estate planning meeting with an attorney in order to have a productive start to the … Read more
During this holiday season of giving, Attorney Vanessa J. Skinner welcomes Heather Mount of the Central Florida Foundation’s 100 Women Strong and Madelyn Weed of The Catholic Foundation of Central Florida’s Women’s Philanthropic Giving Circle to shine a spotlight on this growing trend in charitable giving. They discuss the significant impact women have on philanthropy … Read more
Vanessa J. Skinner was recently named to the Florida Trend Legal Elite Notable Women Leaders in Law list. Florida Trend editors selected her based on stringent criteria, including her demonstrated leadership in professional organizations and civic andcommunity service initiatives, her mentorship of other attorneys, her professionalism and values in the workplace, and her experience of … Read more
In this episode of the Power of Planning podcast, Attorney Vanessa J. Skinner welcomes Laura Oleck Carras, a retired trust officer from Bank of America with nearly 30 years of trust administration experience, to talk about the role of the Corporate Trustee. They discuss when a Corporate Trustee is considered, the advantages and disadvantages of … Read more
Winderweedle was recently named a 2025 Best Law Firm as ranked by The Best Lawyers in America©. Rooted in Central Florida since 1931, Winderweedle, Haines, Ward & Woodman, P.A. has always been dedicated to providing legal service to individuals and businesses critical to the area’s growth and its quality of life.
In celebration of National Plan a Funeral Day, which takes place each year on October 30th, Attorney Vanessa J. Skinner outlines the various options available to help you plan for your funeral. Advance planning can give you peace of mind by educating your loved ones about your final wishes and relieving them of the burden … Read more
In anticipation of National Special Needs Planning Month in October, Attorney Vanessa J. Skinner welcomes special guest, Jason Eichenholz, to the Power of Planning podcast to discuss his son’s journey with autism and how it has inspired him to develop the most comprehensive intentional community for adults with autism in Central Florida called Jonathan’s Landing. … Read more
Attorney Vanessa J. Skinner continues her discussion about irrevocable trusts by spotlighting the irrevocable life insurance trust (“ILIT”) and the qualified personal residence trust (“QPRT”). She explains when and how these estate planning tools are used, and highlights the benefits of each of these types of trusts. LISTEN NOW: The Power of Planning Podcast This … Read more
Our Best Lawyer honorees include, Rusty Carolan, Mike Carolan, Trippe Cheek, Jere Daniels, Ryan Davis, Jeff Deery, Tim Kiley, Heather Moraes, Andrew Roy, Brad Saxton, Vanessa Skinner, Rich Weinman, Eric Werrenrath, and Graham White. “Ones to Watch” include Mike Dawkins, Brandon DeGel, Heidi Mitchell, and Lauren Reynolds. Since it was first published in 1983, Best Lawyers® has … Read more
Best Lawyers in America names Jeff Deery Orlando Lawyer of the Year in Litigation – Banking and Finance. The Lawyer of the Year distinction is awarded to individual lawyers with the highest overall peer feedback for a specific practice area and geographic region. Only one lawyer is recognized as the Lawyer of the Year for … Read more