# Drude Tomori Law, PA
> https://www.mytrustprotector.com
> Last Updated: 2026-08-27

Drude Tomori Law, PA helps families plan to meet the health care and financial needs of their elderly loved ones. For help with estate planning, probate, asset protection, elder law and more, contact an experienced St. Petersburg estate planning attorney at Drude Tomori Law, PA, today.

## Contact
- Phone: +1-727-300-8900
- Address: 2051 1st Avenue North, St. Petersburg, FL 33713

## Locations
- St. Petersburg, FL - +1-727-300-8900
  Areas served: St. Petersburg, Bradenton, Lakewood Ranch, Sarasota
- Sarasota, FL - +1-727-300-8900
  Areas served: St. Petersburg, Bradenton, Lakewood Ranch, Sarasota

## Practice Areas
- Estate Planning
- Business Succession Planning
- Advance Directives
- Charitable Remainder Trust
- Defective Grantor Trust
- Deferred Sales Trusts
- Dynasty Trusts
- Irrevocable Trusts
- Irrevocable Life Insurance Trust
- LLC for Estate Planning
- Revocable Living Trusts
- Spousal Lifetime Access Trust
- Supplemental Needs Trust
- Trusts
- Trustee for Deferred Sales Trusts™
- Wills

## Attorneys
- Profile: https://www.mytrustprotector.com/attorney-profile/
  Attorney Rachel Drude-Tomori is founder of Drude Tomori Law, serving St. Petersburg in estate planning, deferred sales trusts, probate, asset protection & more.

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## Reviews
- Rating: 5/5 based on 103 reviews

## Practice Area Details

### St. Petersburg Estate Planning Lawyer
https://www.mytrustprotector.com/
St. Petersburg estate planning, probate & elder law lawyer Rachel Drude-Tomori helps with revocable trusts, trustee for deferred sales trusts, probate & more.

### St. Petersburg Estate Planning
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Contact our St. Petersburg estate planning lawyer to protect your life, your livelihood and your legacy.

### St. Petersburg Advance Directives Lawyer
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Contact our St. Petersburg advance directives lawyer to manage your healthcare appropriately no matter what occurs.

### St. Petersburg Business Succession Planning Lawyer
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Contact our experienced St. Petersburg business succession planning lawyer to ensure your business succession plan is accurate, effective, and aligned with your overall estate plan.

### St. Petersburg Charitable Remainder Trust Lawyer
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Contact our St. Petersburg charitable remainder trust lawyer to learn more about how this type of trust can mesh with and complement your estate plan.

### St. Petersburg Defective Grantor Trust Lawyer
https://www.mytrustprotector.com/st-petersburg-defective-grantor-trust-lawyer/
Contact our St. Petersburg defective grantor trust lawyer to discuss including a customized IDGT in your estate plan.

### St. Petersburg Deferred Sales Trusts Lawyer
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Contact our St. Petersburg deferred sales trusts lawyer for help creating a DST or professional services as a DST trustee.

### St. Petersburg Dynasty Trusts Lawyer
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all our office and speak with a St. Petersburg dynasty trust lawyer to discuss how this unique planning tool might play a valuable role in your overall estate plan.

### St. Petersburg Irrevocable Life Insurance Trust Lawyer
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Contact our office today to visit with a skilled and experienced St. Petersburg irrevocable life insurance trust lawyer.

### St. Petersburg Irrevocable Trusts Lawyer
https://www.mytrustprotector.com/st-petersburg-irrevocable-trusts-lawyer/
If you’re considering an irrevocable trust, it’s essential to have an experienced St. Petersurg trusts lawyer on your side who can create these complex legal documents accurately and effectively.

### St. Petersburg LLC Estate Planning Lawyer
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Contact our St. Petersburg LLC estate planning lawyer to discuss how an LLC might fit into your overall estate planning strategy.

### St. Petersburg Revocable Living Trusts Lawyer
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Secure your assets and provide for your loved ones with a revocable living trust. The revocable living trusts lawyers at Drude Tomori Law are here to guide you through the process.

### St. Petersburg Spousal Lifetime Access Trust Lawyer
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Contact our St. Petersburg spousal lifetime access trust lawyer for thoughtful advice and professional estate planning assistance.

### St. Petersburg Supplemental Needs Trust Lawyer
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Protect your loved one’s future with a supplemental needs trust crafted by the skilled St. Petersburg supplemental needs trust lawyers at Drude Tomori Law.

### St. Petersburg Wills Lawyer
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Drude Tomori Law, PA helps St. Petersburg residents create legally sound wills that clearly express their final wishes and protect their loved ones.

### St. Petersburg Trustee for Deferred Sales Trusts™ Attorney
https://www.mytrustprotector.com/st-petersburg-trustee-for-deferred-sales-trusts-attorney/
St. Petersburg trust attorney Rachel Drude Tomori crafts deferred sales trusts & serves as trustee for DSTs to maximize tax benefits of property sales

### St. Petersburg Trusts Lawyer
https://www.mytrustprotector.com/st-petersburg-trusts-lawyer/
At Drude Tomori Law, our St. Petersburg trusts lawyers help clients create and manage trusts custom-designed to protect their assets and achieve their goals.

### Lakewood Ranch Estate Planning Lawyer
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Contact our Lakewood Ranch estate planning lawyer to get started today protecting your life and your livelihood now and for the future.

### Lakewood Ranch Trusts Lawyer
https://www.mytrustprotector.com/lakewood-ranch-trusts-lawyer/
Contact our Lakewood Ranch trusts lawyer to learn how trusts can be an important component of your Florida estate plan.

### Lakewood Ranch Wills Lawyer
https://www.mytrustprotector.com/lakewood-ranch-wills-lawyer/
At Drude Tomori Law, our Lakewood Ranch wills lawyers provide personalized guidance throughout the will-drafting process.

### Lakewood Ranch Spousal Lifetime Access Trust Lawyer
https://www.mytrustprotector.com/lakewood-ranch-spousal-lifetime-access-trust-lawyer/
Contact our Lakewood Ranch spousal lifetime access trust lawyer for sound advice and expertise from a skilled and experienced estate planning attorney.

### Lakewood Ranch LLC Estate Planning Lawyer
https://www.mytrustprotector.com/lakewood-ranch-llc-lawyer/
Contact our Lakewood Ranch LLC lawyer to discuss whether and how an LLC might fit in your comprehensive Florida estate plan.

### Bradenton Estate Planning Lawyer
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Contact our Bradenton estate planning lawyer to start protecting you and your family now whatever may happen in the future.

### Bradenton Trusts Lawyer
https://www.mytrustprotector.com/bradenton-trusts-lawyer/
The Bradenton trusts lawyers at Drude Tomori Law are here to help you create a personalized trust that protects your assets and provides for your loved ones.

### Bradenton Wills Lawyer
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Drude Tomori Law, PA helps Bradenton residents draft clear, legally valid wills that reflect their wishes and protect their families for years to come.

### Bradenton Spousal Lifetime Access Trust Lawyer
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Contact our Bradenton spousal lifetime access trust lawyer today to discuss how a SLAT may fit into your comprehensive Florida estate plan.

### Bradenton LLC Estate Planning Lawyer
https://www.mytrustprotector.com/bradenton-llc-lawyer/
Contact our Bradenton LLC lawyer for practical advice and comprehensive professional assistance with your Florida estate plan.

### St. Petersburg Blended Family Estate Planning Lawyer
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Estate planning for blended families requires careful strategy. Drude Tomori Law, PA in St. Petersburg provides personalized guidance for every family.

### St. Petersburg Digital Estate Planning Lawyer
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Drude Tomori Law, PA assists St. Petersburg clients with digital estate planning, ensuring online accounts and digital assets are covered in their plan.

### St. Petersburg High-Net-Worth Estate Planning Lawyer
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Drude Tomori Law, PA delivers sophisticated estate planning solutions for high-net-worth individuals and families in the St. Petersburg area.

### St. Petersburg Power of Attorney and Advance Directives Lawyer
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Drude Tomori Law, PA helps St. Petersburg clients establish powers of attorney and advance directives to protect their interests during incapacity.

### Bradenton Blended Family Estate Planning Lawyer
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Drude Tomori Law, PA offers thoughtful estate planning solutions in Bradenton for blended families with complex relationships and unique inheritance goals.

### Bradenton Business Succession Planning Lawyer
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Drude Tomori Law, PA helps Bradenton business owners plan a smooth transition and protect their company's future through strategic business succession planning.

### Bradenton Digital Estate Planning Lawyer
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Drude Tomori Law, PA helps Bradenton clients plan for their digital assets and online accounts as part of a thorough and modern estate plan.

### Bradenton High-Net-Worth Estate Planning Lawyer
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Drude Tomori Law, PA delivers customized estate planning strategies for high-net-worth Bradenton clients seeking to preserve and transfer significant wealth.

### Bradenton Power of Attorney and Advance Directives Lawyer
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Drude Tomori Law, PA helps Bradenton residents prepare powers of attorney and advance directives to ensure their wishes are honored during incapacity.

### Bradenton Supplemental Needs Trust Lawyer
https://www.mytrustprotector.com/bradenton-supplemental-needs-trust-lawyer/
Drude Tomori Law, PA creates supplemental needs trusts in Bradenton, helping disabled individuals get extra support while keeping government benefits intact.

### Lakewood Ranch Blended Family Estate Planning Lawyer
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Drude Tomori Law, PA tailors estate plans for Lakewood Ranch blended families, addressing the unique needs of stepchildren and spouses from prior marriages.

### Lakewood Ranch Business Succession Planning Lawyer
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Drude Tomori Law, PA helps Lakewood Ranch business owners create succession plans that protect the company and provide a clear path for future leadership.

### Lakewood Ranch Digital Estate Planning Lawyer
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Drude Tomori Law, PA helps Lakewood Ranch clients include digital assets and online accounts in their estate plans to ensure nothing is overlooked after death.

### Lakewood Ranch High-Net-Worth Estate Planning Lawyer
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Drude Tomori Law, PA provides advanced estate planning strategies for high-net-worth Lakewood Ranch clients focused on wealth preservation and tax efficiency.

### Lakewood Ranch Power of Attorney and Advance Directives Lawyer
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Drude Tomori Law, PA prepares powers of attorney and advance directives for Lakewood Ranch clients, protecting their interests during any period of incapacity.

### Lakewood Ranch Supplemental Needs Trust Lawyer
https://www.mytrustprotector.com/lakewood-ranch-supplemental-needs-trust-lawyer/
Drude Tomori Law, PA creates supplemental needs trusts in Lakewood Ranch, providing financial support for disabled individuals while preserving their benefits.

### Sarasota Blended Family Estate Planning Lawyer
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Drude Tomori Law, PA crafts thoughtful estate plans for Sarasota blended families, helping protect everyone's interests across multiple generations.

### Sarasota Business Succession Planning Lawyer
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Secure the future of your Sarasota business with a customized succession plan from Drude Tomori Law, PA, designed to keep your legacy intact.

### Sarasota Digital Estate Planning Lawyer
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Protect your online accounts, crypto, and digital files with a digital estate plan from Drude Tomori Law, PA, serving clients throughout Sarasota.

### Sarasota Estate Planning Lawyer
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Drude Tomori Law, PA provides comprehensive estate planning services in Sarasota, helping families secure their futures with personalized legal solutions.

### Sarasota High-Net-Worth Estate Planning Lawyer
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Drude Tomori Law, PA delivers sophisticated estate planning strategies in Sarasota for high-net-worth individuals seeking to preserve and transfer wealth.

### Sarasota LLC Estate Planning Lawyer
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Drude Tomori Law, PA helps Sarasota clients use LLCs as powerful estate planning tools for asset protection and seamless generational wealth transfer.

### Sarasota Power of Attorney and Advance Directives Lawyer
https://www.mytrustprotector.com/sarasota-power-of-attorney-and-advance-directives-lawyer/
Drude Tomori Law, PA prepares powers of attorney and advance directives for Sarasota residents, safeguarding decisions about health and finances.

### Sarasota Spousal Lifetime Access Trust Lawyer
https://www.mytrustprotector.com/sarasota-spousal-lifetime-access-trust-lawyer/
Drude Tomori Law, PA helps Sarasota couples use spousal lifetime access trusts to protect assets while keeping them accessible to a surviving spouse.

### Sarasota Supplemental Needs Trust Lawyer
https://www.mytrustprotector.com/sarasota-supplemental-needs-trust-lawyer/
Drude Tomori Law, PA establishes supplemental needs trusts in Sarasota that enhance a loved one's quality of life without affecting benefit eligibility.

### Sarasota Trusts Lawyer
https://www.mytrustprotector.com/sarasota-trusts-lawyer/
From revocable living trusts to irrevocable arrangements, Drude Tomori Law, PA crafts personalized trust solutions for Sarasota clients and their families.

### Sarasota Wills Lawyer
https://www.mytrustprotector.com/sarasota-wills-lawyer/
Drude Tomori Law, PA drafts clear, legally sound wills for Sarasota residents, ensuring your final wishes are documented and carried out as intended.

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## Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What Is Probate Litigation?
A: Probate litigation encompasses a broad range of disputes that arise during the probate process, which is the legal mechanism for settling a deceased person’s estate. These disputes can occur when beneficiaries, creditors, or other interested parties challenge the validity of the estate plan, the actions of a personal representative, or the distribution of assets. At Drude Tomori Law, we are experienced in handling the following types of probate litigation:

Q: Why Choose Drude Tomori Law for Probate Litigation?
A: At Drude Tomori Law, we understand that probate litigation is not just a legal matter—it’s a deeply personal one. Our team is dedicated to protecting our clients’ rights, preserving family relationships when possible, and achieving the best possible outcomes in challenging situations. With a focus on understanding the unique aspects of each case, Rachel Drude-Tomori provides compassionate, client-focused representation that prioritizes your goals and concerns. Our approach to probate li...

Q: How often should I review my beneficiary designations?
A: You should review beneficiary designations at least every three to five years, and immediately following major life events such as marriage, divorce, births, deaths, or significant changes in financial circumstances. Changes in tax laws or estate planning goals also warrant a comprehensive review.

Q: Can beneficiary designations override my will?
A: Yes, beneficiary designations on retirement accounts, life insurance policies, and other financial instruments supersede instructions in your will. This makes it crucial to ensure these designations align with your overall estate planning goals and are properly coordinated with other estate planning documents.

Q: What happens if I don't name beneficiaries on my accounts?
A: When accounts lack beneficiary designations, assets typically pass through probate according to your will or state intestacy laws. This can result in unnecessary delays, expenses, and potential complications that proper beneficiary designations could have avoided.

Q: Should I name my trust as a beneficiary?
A: Naming a trust as beneficiary can provide significant advantages, including asset protection, tax planning opportunities, and management for beneficiaries who may not be ready to handle large inheritances. However, this strategy requires careful planning to ensure compliance with complex distribution rules.

Q: How do beneficiary designations affect my overall estate plan?
A: Beneficiary designations often represent the majority of your estate value and must be carefully coordinated with your will, trusts, and other estate planning documents. Proper integration ensures your wishes are carried out efficiently while maximizing benefits for your beneficiaries.

Q: Can I change beneficiary designations if I become incapacitated?
A: If you lack capacity, you generally cannot change beneficiary designations. This underscores the importance of keeping designations current and ensuring they align with your long-term planning goals while you have the ability to make changes.

Q: What considerations apply to naming minor children as beneficiaries?
A: Naming minor children directly as beneficiaries can create complications requiring court oversight. Alternative approaches, such as naming trusts as beneficiaries or using custodial accounts, often provide better protection and management for inheritances intended for minors.

Q: How does Florida law affect inheritance rights in blended families?
A: Florida's intestacy laws do not automatically provide inheritance rights to stepchildren, meaning that without proper estate planning, stepchildren may receive nothing from their stepparent's estate. Additionally, surviving spouses have certain elective share rights that can impact distributions to children from previous marriages, making comprehensive planning essential.

Q: What happens if I don't create an estate plan for my blended family?
A: Without proper estate planning, Florida's default inheritance laws will determine asset distribution, which may not align with your intentions for your blended family. This can result in unintended disinheritance of stepchildren, inadequate provision for your current spouse, or conflicts between family members over asset distribution.

Q: Can I disinherit my biological children in favor of stepchildren?
A: Yes, Florida law generally allows you to distribute your assets as you choose, including favoring stepchildren over biological children. However, such decisions require careful documentation and planning to minimize the risk of will contests and ensure your intentions are clearly expressed and legally enforceable.

Q: How can trusts help manage conflicts in blended family estate planning?
A: Trusts provide structure and clarity for asset distribution while offering flexibility to address changing family circumstances. They can provide income to surviving spouses while preserving principal for children, create separate provisions for different family lines, and include detailed instructions for trustees to follow in various scenarios.

Q: Should stepchildren be included as beneficiaries in my estate plan?
A: The inclusion of stepchildren as beneficiaries depends on your personal relationships, intentions, and family circumstances. Many blended families choose to include stepchildren to some degree, while others focus on biological children and current spouses. This decision should be made based on your specific family dynamics and long-term goals.

Q: What role does life insurance play in blended family estate planning?
A: Life insurance can provide liquidity for estate taxes and expenses while creating specific bequests for different family members. It allows you to provide directly for biological children while leaving other assets to your spouse, or create equal provisions for all children regardless of biological relationships.

Q: How often should blended families review their estate plans?
A: Blended families should review their estate plans at least every three to five years or after major life changes such as marriages, divorces, births, deaths, or significant changes in relationships between family members. Regular reviews ensure that plans remain current with both family circumstances and changing laws.

Q: What is the minimum amount needed to establish a charitable trust?
A: While there is no legal minimum, charitable trusts are typically most cost-effective with assets of at least $250,000 to $500,000 due to administrative costs and complexity. However, the optimal amount depends on your specific financial situation and charitable goals.

Q: Can I change the charitable beneficiary after establishing the trust?
A: This depends on how the trust is structured. Some charitable trusts allow for substitution of charitable beneficiaries, while others designate specific organizations. Rachel can help design flexibility into your trust document to accommodate changing philanthropic interests.

Q: How are charitable trust distributions taxed?
A: Distributions from charitable remainder trusts are taxed according to a four-tier system, with ordinary income distributed first, followed by capital gains, other income, and finally tax-free distributions. The specific tax treatment depends on the trust's income composition.

Q: Can I serve as trustee of my own charitable trust?
A: You can serve as trustee of a charitable remainder trust, but not a charitable lead trust due to tax regulations. However, serving as your own trustee requires careful attention to fiduciary duties and administrative requirements.

Q: What happens if the charitable organization I chose no longer exists?
A: A well-drafted charitable trust includes provisions for successor charitable beneficiaries or grants power to a designated party to select replacement charities with similar purposes, ensuring your charitable intent is preserved.

Q: Can I contribute different types of assets to a charitable trust?
A: Yes, charitable trusts can hold various assets including real estate, business interests, securities, and other investments. However, certain assets may require special valuation or present administrative challenges that should be considered during planning.

Q: How does a charitable trust fit with my overall estate plan?
A: Charitable trusts should be coordinated with your will, other trusts, retirement plans, and insurance policies to ensure consistency and optimize benefits. This integration requires careful planning and regular review as circumstances change.

Q: What types of assets can be sold using a Deferred Sales Trust?
A: Deferred Sales Trusts can be used for virtually any type of appreciated asset, including real estate, business interests, stocks, artwork, and other valuable property. The most recent available data shows that real estate and business sales represent the most common DST applications, particularly in growing markets like St. Petersburg where property values have appreciated significantly.

Q: How does a DST differ from a 1031 exchange?
A: While both DSTs and 1031 exchanges provide tax deferral benefits, DSTs offer much greater flexibility. Unlike 1031 exchanges, DSTs don't require you to identify and purchase like-kind replacement property within strict timeframes. You also have more control over the timing and amount of installment payments, making DSTs particularly attractive when suitable replacement properties are difficult to find.

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