Estate planning, probate & elder law in Fort Lauderdale
Estate planning, probate & elder law in Fort Lauderdale
Florida probate, estate planning, and elder law attorney serving Fort Lauderdale, Miami, and the Palm Beaches. Whether you're planning for the future, administering a loved one's estate, or preparing for long-term care, John Clarke provides experienced, professional legal guidance from start to finish.
John Clarke
Focused expertise where it counts. Whatever you're facing, you get a senior attorney who knows your situation.
LegacyWills, trusts, and asset protection. Secure your family's future exactly as you intend.
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ProbateSettling a loved one's estate. We guide your family through Florida probate, start to finish.
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CareMedicaid planning, guardianship, and powers of attorney. Dignity and protection as your family ages.
Learn moreYou work directly with John, an experienced Fort Lauderdale attorney and former ER nurse who handles your matter personally, from start to finish.
John has focused his practice on Florida probate and estate planning since he was admitted to The Florida Bar in 2015.
Before law, John spent five years as a registered nurse in South Florida hospitals. That background shapes the calm, careful way he guides families.
He is an active member of The Florida Bar's RPPTL section, the group devoted to wills, trusts, probate, and real property law.
Most probate and estate work is quoted as a flat fee agreed up front, so you know the cost before you commit.
John serves Fort Lauderdale, Miami, and the Palm Beaches, and knows the local courts and clerks.
He is a registered provider with the Aging and Disability Resource Center, which helps connect seniors and families with care and support.
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Call or schedule online. You speak with someone who actually listens. No call center, no runaround.
No obligation. We tell you straight what we think, what it's worth, and what your options really are.
We do the fighting and the paperwork. You focus on healing or moving forward with your life.
Rated 5.0 across 62 verified reviews on Avvo, Google & Thumbtack
“I rolled the dice on John Clarke and won. He cares about his clients, gets back in a timely manner and anticipates your needs. Highly recommended for probate actions.”
Ron Kanterman
Probate · via Google
Sep 2026
“I highly recommend this elder law attorney. He was knowledgeable, compassionate, and professional throughout the entire process. He took the time to explain every step clearly, answered all of my questions with patience, and made what could have been a very stressful situation much easier to navigate. His expertise in elder law, Medicaid planning, and estate matters gave my family confidence that we were making the right decisions.”
Nancy Serbellon
Elder law & Medicaid · via Google
Jul 2026
“I would 100% recommend John Clarke. He was a great guide and help with understanding and getting prepared to apply for Medicaid in Florida. Thanks so much John!”
Jeryl Paris
Medicaid planning · via Google
Aug 2026
A former ER nurse turned attorney, John Clarke is genuinely invested in your outcome. Clarke Law is built on real relationships and results you can measure, not billable hours.
No big-firm machinery and no being passed around. You get a sharp, experienced attorney (and a former ER nurse) who answers his own phone and treats your case like it's the only one that matters.
View our results & reviewsEstate-first
Protecting South Florida families and their legacies.
Flat fee
On estate planning, probate, and elder law work.
Former RN
Years caring for patients before practicing law.
Direct
Not a call center, not a junior associate.
No call center and no junior associate. You reach John directly. The first consultation is free, and there is no obligation.
Serving clients across Broward, Miami-Dade, and Palm Beach counties.
Straight answers to what people ask us most.
Still have questions? John will answer them himself.
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