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5.0 /5.0
18 Client Reviews
$ 350-350 per hour
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Teresa K. Bowman
also known as Teresa Bowman, Teresa Kay Bowman
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About Teresa
Biography
With a distinguished background in education and law, Teresa K. Bowman, Esq., brings deep expertise and compassionate advocacy to her elder law practice. A graduate of Stetson College of Law with a specialization in elder law, Teresa has focused exclusively on this area since 2006 and launched her own firm in 2014. She became a Certified Elder Law Attorney in 2021, a credential awarded by the National Elder Law Foundation. Teresa is widely recognized for her professional excellence, holding AV Preeminent status and receiving multiple “Best Of” accolades from Sarasota Magazine. Actively involved in the legal community, she serves as co-chair of the Public Benefits Committee for the Elder Law Section of the Florida Bar and participates in various bar committees and local bar associations. Teresa is also a VA Accredited attorney, an accomplished public speaker, and a member of several esteemed organizations, including the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys and local bar associations in Sarasota and Manatee counties. Her commitment to client-focused service and continuous professional engagement distinguishes her in the field.
Teresa K. Bowman, Esq. brings a unique combination of educational dedication and legal expertise to her practice in elder law.
Practice Areas
6
Practice Areas
Elder Law
30%
Estate Planning
30%
Health Care
10%
Medicaid and Medicare
10%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Licenses
Licensed in Florida for 19 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 2006
No misconduct found
Location
Teresa K. Bowman, P.A.
(941) 271-9980
Mobile
3277 Fruitville Road, Suite D-2, Sarasota, FL, 34237
tkbowmanpa.comOnline Presence
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Teresa K. Bowman's Reviews
Teresa K. Bowman's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. She is very knowledgeable, experienced, personable and professional. I have referred her several matters that were handled well and to the clients' satisfaction. Based upon my personal experience, I can recommend Teresa without qualification or reservation. She is my go to attorney in matters relating to elder law."
"I'm honored to endorse Teresa Bowman. She's an excellent estate planning attorney who is easy to talk to and truly cares about her clients."
"Teresa is a fine attorney with great legal skills and the highest of ethics. I strongly endorse her for Elder Law & Estate Planning."
"I have known Teresa Bowman since we were in law school together. I know her to be competent, thorough, and caring. She works hard for her clients and cares about achieving the most positive outcome possible for their particular legal need."
"Ms. Bowman is the kind of attorney clients want, and other attorneys want to be like. She knows the law and is a gifted communicator."
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Experience
Honors
2005
Order of the Barristers, Stetson College of Law
2005
Mathew Bender Elder Law Book Award, Stetson College of Law
2005
Pro Bono Service Award, Stetson College of Law
1994
Teacher of the Year, Brevard County Schools
N/A
Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell
N/A
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
Work Experience
1900 - Present
Attorney, Teresa K. Bowman, P.A.
2005 - 2005
Legal Intern, The Sixth Judicial Circuit of Florida
Associations
2018 - Present
Sarasota County Bar Association Solo SectionChair
2006 - Present
National Academy of Elder Law AttorneysAttorney Member
2006 - Present
Association of Florida Elder Law AttorneysMember
2006 - Present
Manatee County Bar AssociationAttorney Member
2006 - Present
Sarasota County Bar AssociationAttorney Member
2006 - Present
Sarasota County Bar Association, Estate Planning & Probate SectionAttorney Member
2006 - Present
Florida Bar, Elder Law SectionAttorney Member
2006 - Present
Florida Bar, Real Property, Probate and Trust Law SectionAttorney Member
2010 - 2013
Independent Transportation Network of SarasotaBoard of Directors
2006 - 2017
Florida Association for Women LawyersBoard of Directors
Sample of Legal Cases
Court Ordered Spousal Support
Spouse was awarded full income.
Education
2005
Stetson University College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1987
Florida State University
BS
Speaking Engagements
2018
Probate Bootcamp
Ethical Issues in Probate Administration
2018
Beginning Alzheimer's Support and Education
Planning for Incapacity
2017
Beginning Alzheimer's Support and Training
Medicaid Eligibility/VA benefits
2016
BASE Training
Elder Law
2015
BASE group
Legal Issue Every Caregiver Should Know
2013
Beginning Alzheimer's Support & Education
Legalities and Planning for the Future
2012
Venice Estate Planning Council Meeting
Veterans' Benefits
2012
Legal Planning & Medicaid in a Nutshell
Long Term Care Planning
2012
Elder Law Update
Long Term Care Planning Options
2012
Caregiver Support Group
Legal Issues for Caregivers
2012
Beginning Alzheimer's Support & Education
Legal Issues for Caregivers
2012
.Estate Planning Update
Changes in the Law that may Effect your Estate Plan
2011
Sarasota Senior Living Expo
Medicare & Medicaid
2011
Manasota Luncheon
Understanding Advanced Directives
2011
Florida State Guardianship Association
Unmasking Hidden Financial Abuse
2011
Florida Geriatric Care Managers Association Conference
Financial Abuse of the Elderly
2011
Client Seminar
Estate Planning/ Incapacity Issues
2011
Caregiving for an Alzeimers Patient
What is Elder Law
2011
Beginning Alzheimers Support & Education
Incapacity Issues in Long Term Care Planning
2011
Aging In Paradise
Preservation of Assets/Advanced Planning
2010
Tidwell Hospice
Advance Directives
2010
NAELA Annual Conference
When are Annuities Good and When are they Bad
2010
Manatee County Caregiver Forum
Long Term Care Planning
2010
Basic Probate Guardianship and Elder Law
Medicare Medicaid Issues
2009
Lighting the Way to Guardianship
Special Needs Trusts
2008
Solving the Health Care Mystery
Long Term Care Planning
2008
Navigating The Health Care System
Florida Health Care
2008
Health and Human Services Day
Health Care Services
2008
CARE Program
Estate Planning for Caregivers
2007
Caregivers Support Group
Advanced Directives, Living Wills, DPOA
2007
7th Annual Caregiver Forum
Long Term Care Planning
Publications
2013
NAELA News
Case Study: client with Disabilities, Medicaid, Veterans Benefits and Asset Protection.
2011
NAELA Newsletter
Using Family Agreements in Long Term Care Planning
2010
NAELA Benefits & Financing Section Newsletter -The Compass
Using Court Ordered Spousal Support in Long Term Care Planning
2009
NAELA Benefits and Financing Section Newsletter
Inappropriate Sale of Annuities and the Impact on Long Term Care Planning
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides