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Cassidy V. Petersen

Cassidy V. Petersen

Estate Planning & Elder Law Center of Brevard
  • Elder Law, Probate, Estate Planning
  • Florida
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Biography

Cassidy V. Petersen initially joined the firm in 2011 and has held various positions over the years – beginning as a receptionist, next as an estate planning paralegal, then as our firm administrator, and now as an attorney. Ms. Petersen focuses her practice in estate planning, business succession planning, probate, trust administration, Medicaid planning, VA planning, guardianship, and special needs planning.

Ms. Petersen, a Melbourne native, graduated from Melbourne High School in 2011. She earned her Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Business Management, graduating cum laude, from Florida Gulf Coast University in 2014. Ms. Petersen received her Juris Doctor (J.D.), cum laude, from Stetson University College of Law in 2018, where she graduated among the top 10% of her class. Ms. Petersen chose to attend Stetson for its Elder Law Concentration Program. Additionally, Ms. Petersen obtained her Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) from Stetson University in 2018.

She is a founding member of the National Alliance of Attorneys for Alzheimer’s Planning (N3AP), a member of the Vassar B. Carlton American Inn of Court, and a member of the Brevard County Bar Association.

Practice Areas
Elder Law
Probate
Probate Administration, Probate Litigation, Will Contests
Estate Planning
Guardianship & Conservatorship Estate Administration, Health Care Directives, Trusts, Wills
Fees
  • Free Consultation
    Estate Planning, Medicaid Planning and Probate
  • Credit Cards Accepted
Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
Florida
The Florida Bar
ID Number: 1010367
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Languages
  • English: Spoken, Written
Professional Experience
Attorney
Estate Planning & Elder Law Center of Brevard
Current
Education
Stetson University College of Law
J.D. (2018)
Graduated among the top 10% of her class. Ms. Petersen chose to attend Stetson for its Elder Law Concentration Program.
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Stetson University
MBA (2018)
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Florida Gulf Coast University
B.S. (2014)
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Business Management, graduating cum laude, from Florida Gulf Coast University in 2014.
Honors: cum laude
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Awards
Melvyn Trute, P.A. Trust Award
Melvyn Trute, P.A.
Recipient of the Melvyn Trute, P.A. Trust Award, which is provided to one law student each year who has shown excellence in the area of trusts and estates both inside and outside of the classroom.
Professional Associations
The Florida Bar  # 1010367
Member
Current
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Vassar B. Carlton American Inn of Court
Member
Current
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Brevard County Bar Association
Member
Current
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National Alliance of Attorneys for Alzheimer’s Planning (N3AP)
Founding Member
Current
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Speaking Engagements
Monthly Seminars, 8085 Spyglass Hill Road, Viera, FL 32940
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Certifications
Certificate of Achievement
Florida Non-Professional Guardian- Adult
Websites & Blogs
Website
Blog
Legal Answers
2 Questions Answered
Q. I want to open probate on a will, the decedent passed away in 2012. The will was NEVER recorded & probate NEVER opened.
A: Good morning,

Thank you for reaching out to our office. At your convenience, please contact us at (321)729-0087 to schedule a consultation with one of our attorneys to discuss your questions further.
Q. I have been taking care of my elder parents, my father passed, my mom is in long term, i live in their home
A: Good afternoon,

Thank you for reaching out to our office. At your convenience, please contact us at (321)729-0087 to schedule a consultation with one of our attorneys to discuss your question further.
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Contact & Map
Estate Planning & Elder Law Center of Brevard
8085 Spyglass Hill Road
Viera, FL 32940
Telephone: (321) 729-0087
Monday: 8:30 AM - 5 PM
Tuesday: 8:30 AM - 5 PM (Today)
Wednesday: 8:30 AM - 5 PM
Thursday: 8:30 AM - 5 PM
Friday: 8:30 AM - 5 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
Estate Planning & Elder Law Center of Brevard
321 Sixth Avenue
Indialantic, FL 32903
Telephone: (321) 729-0087
Monday: 8:30 AM - 5 PM
Tuesday: 8:30 AM - 5 PM (Today)
Wednesday: 8:30 AM - 5 PM
Thursday: 8:30 AM - 5 PM
Friday: 8:30 AM - 5 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
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