Brian Sherman is a Florida attorney concentrating on estate planning, probate, guardianship, and family law. At the Law Office of David M. Goldman PLLC, he creates and manages comprehensive estate plans, including revocable trusts, wills, durable powers of attorney, special needs trusts, vehicle and land trusts, and advanced asset-protection structures.
Areas of Practice
Estate Planning & Asset Protection – Mr. Sherman designs personalized plans to safeguard assets, reduce taxes, and facilitate seamless wealth transfer.
Probate & Trust Administration – He assists families in navigating the Florida probate process and administering trusts, including matters involving complex multi-state and international assets.
Guardianship & Incapacity Proceedings – He handles petitions, annual accountings, and court hearings across Duval, Clay, and St. Johns Counties.
Family Law – He represents clients in timesharing disputes, prenuptial agreements, and other family-related legal matters.
Professional Approach
Clients value Mr. Sherman’s clear communication style and his ability to develop tailored strategies that address each client’s specific goals-whether protecting homestead property, planning for special-needs dependents, or managing intricate family dynamics.
Before entering the legal profession, Mr. Sherman worked as a special-needs educator in Duval County Public Schools, an experience that deepened his empathy and enhanced his ability to explain complex legal concepts in practical, straightforward terms.
Education & Bar Memberships
Mr. Sherman is licensed to practice law in the State of Florida.
Professional Highlights
- Successfully handled numerous guardianship and estate matters requiring innovative planning and sophisticated trust structures.
- Drafted and administered dozens of revocable and irrevocable trusts, including special needs, Miller, and land trusts.
- Regularly presents and negotiates in Florida family law court.
Education
- Washington University in St. Louis - LL.M. - 2021
Taxation
- Florida Coastal School of Law - J.D. - 2017
Client Reviews
"As a real estate agent, I have been involved with many property transactions where I needed a probate attorney to help facilitate the transaction. I have used the services of Mr. Goldman and his staff over the last several years and continue to use them on a regular basis. His office has been able...
"I've had Mr. Goldman do my entire estate planning as well as my gun trust. I highly recommend him and his firm. If you're planning a gun trust, trust no one else Mr. Goldman is one of if not the best versed on this topic."
“Great service is an understatement. We bought several properties that Mr. Goldman handled for his clients. The communication and explanation of everything was terrific. I would definitely recommend him for all of your real estate needs.”
“After struggling with 2 probate cases prior to hiring attorney Goldman I was extremely apprehensive during the hiring phase. Not only did Attorney Goldman assure me they could take care of this his office was wonderful. Jennifer was assigned to my case and she was wonderful and were able to guide...
