Southwest Florida
Estate Planning Attorney

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Board Certified in Wills, Trusts & Estates
Solutions for Every Step of Your Lifesm we simplify complexity

Work directly with James R. Nici — One Of Fewer Than 250 Florida Attorneys Board Certified In Wills, Trusts & Estates, With An LL.M. In Taxation And 30+ Years Protecting Southwest Florida Families.

  • Board Certified in Wills, Trusts & Estates
  • Selected to Super Lawyers 2009–2026
  • 100+ Five-Star Reviews
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30+ Years

Focused On Florida Estate
Planning, Probate, And Tax.

Board Certified

In Wills, Trusts & Estates — Fewer Than
250 Attorneys Statewide Hold It.

LL.M. in Taxation

Advanced Tax Credential For High
Net Worth And Florida Domicile Planning.

100+ 5 star
Reviews

From Southwest Florida Families We’ve
Served For Decades.

Estate Planning for
Southwest Florida Families

Most of our clients came to Naples from somewhere else — Ohio, Michigan, Texas, Maine — and want to make Florida home the right way: establishing Florida domicile, putting a will and trust in place, and protecting what they’ve worked a lifetime to build. Others have lived in Naples for years and need an updated plan, or have lost a loved one and need help with probate and trust administration.

Nici Law Firm handles estate planning, wills, trusts, probate, asset protection, and business formation for individuals and families throughout Southwest Florida. We do one thing and do it exceptionally well — and we make a complex process feel clear from the first meeting to the last signature.

Why Southwest Florida
Families Choose Us

Board Certified in Wills, Trusts & Estates

Board Certified in Wills, Trusts & Estates

A Florida Bar specialty certification fewer than 250 attorneys statewide have earned — proof of genuine, tested expertise.

An LL.M. in Taxation

An LL.M. in Taxation

A master’s-level tax credential on top of board certification means tax-smart planning for high-net-worth estates, gifting, and Florida domicile.

Why Choose
Board Certified in Wills, Trusts & Estates

Board Certified in Wills, Trusts & Estates

A Florida Bar specialty certification fewer than 250 attorneys statewide have earned proof of genuine, tested expertise.

An LL.M. in Taxation

An LL.M. in Taxation

A master’s-level tax credential on top of board certification means tax-smart planning for high-net worth estates, gifting, and Florida domicile.

Estate planning

30+ Years, Estate Planning Only

We don’t dabble. Estate planning, probate, trusts, asset protection, and business formation are all we do.

Your Private Information, Protected

Your Private Information, Protected

Jim’s secure client portal lets you complete your intake and review your documents online in a protected space.

Boutique, attorney-led service

Boutique, Attorney-Led Service

You work directly with Jim and paralegal Alexa Taylor — not a rotating cast of associates.

Meet
James R. Nici

James R. Nici (Jim) has practiced Florida estate, trust, and tax law for more than 30 years. He is Board Certified by The Florida Bar in Wills, Trusts & Estates — held by fewer than 250 attorneys statewide — and earned a Master of Laws (LL.M.) in Taxation. A graduate of Stetson University College of Law, Jim built the Strategic Estate Planning System® to make sophisticated planning clear for the Southwest Florida families he serves.

Clients work directly with Jim and Florida Registered Paralegal Alexa Taylor — a boutique team that many of our clients have trusted for well over a decade.

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James R.
Nici

Attorney

What to Expect When You Work
With Us

Step
01

Schedule a Planning Session.

Complete a short questionnaire, then meet with Jim to review your goals and assets. He gives you an engagement agreement outlining what he recommends, and you decide whether to move forward.

Step
02

Review
your documents.

Once you hire us, we prepare your documents and send them by email or through our client portal for your review.

Step
03

Sign and fund
your plan.

You come in to sign. Then, with our help or on your own, you fund your trust and retitle assets if your plan includes one.

Ready to begin?

Schedule a Planning Session or call 239-449-6150.

Credentials & Recognition

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Florida Bar Board Certified — Wills, Trusts & Estates

The Florida Bar’s specialty certification, held by fewer than 250 attorneys statewide.

Super Lawyers 2026

Selected to Super Lawyers, 2009–2026

A Thomson Reuters peer-review recognition earned for 15+ consecutive years.

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Martindale-Hubbell — Distinguished / AV rating

A long-standing peer rating for legal ability and ethical standards.

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LL.M. in Taxation

A master’s-level law degree in tax, layered on top of board certification.

Trusted by Southwest
Florida Families

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When I became a POA decades after attorney Nici had set up the documents, I needed help. The team at Nici jumped into action, offering help and advice, and when I needed a clean copy of the document in PDF form to satisfy an institution that was stonewalling me, Team Nici did it immediately. Great group, and one I am glad my Aunt and Uncle chose years ago.
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Nici Law did a great job with our estate planning. Dan & Cathy Scherrer
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Janette Peterson
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My husband and I moved to Florida from the Chicago area 10 months ago. We were eager to find an attorney who could help us update our Trust and Living Will, as well as our Advanced Directives. Mr. James Nici and his Law Firm team offered the help that we needed in a timely fashion. When talking to other law offices, they made us feel as if our needs were too small for them to handle, but NOT the Nici Law Firm. Mr. Nici and his professional staff were kind, friendly, easy to work with, they made us feel valued, and were very attentive to our needs. Mr. Nici explained details and answered our questions in a way that it would be easy to understand. His attention to detail and recommendations were outstanding. Mr.Nici and his Law Firm gave us peace of mind. In the event of an emergency, the Nici Law Firm has us covered! Mr. Nici gained our trust, and that’s why we recommend him 100%. We will never go anywhere else!!
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Highly recommend James Nici of Nici Law Firm. We did our estate planning and will documentation with him. Extremely knowledgeable. Able to explain everything in a concise and easy to follow way. Very efficient and detailed. We feel good now knowing everything is in order and protected for each other and our kids when the time should come. James has a very nice amiable personality and is easy to talk frankly and openly to. His staff are also extremely friendly, efficient and helpful.
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Very professional, speedy and knowledgeable. Highly recommend!
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My family and I had an excellent experience with Nici Law Firm. James and his entire staff demonstrated incredible knowledge and guided us through the process with the utmost professionalism. Would highly recommend them to anyone needing legal help. Thank you!
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Donna Healey
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Jim Nici is like the name of his firm - NICI LAW FIRM - clear, concise and to the point! After making the initial appointment, a package arrived to be completed and brought to the meeting. I decided NOT to fill it out. After all, why would I give him all of that information? I didn't even know if I would like him or trust him, or hire him?! Well, on the day of the meeting, he explained what I would need and any contingencies that might arrise in a direct, clear and underdstandable language. During the meeting, while I was still listening, I filled out the first page of the package I had received and wrote a check! Within 11 days of that appointment, I was sitting and signing my documents. So, fill out the forms! You won't regret it!
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Working with the Nici Law Firm for estate and tax planning has been an exceptional experience from start to finish. Jim combines deep technical expertise with a genuine commitment to his clients, making what can often be a complex and overwhelming process feel clear, organized and manageable. Jim is highly knowledgeable in sophisticated estate structures, trusts and tax strategies. Complex concepts are explained in a clear, practical way, with a strong attention to detail. Equally impressive is Jim’s level of professionalism and responsiveness. Communication is timely, questions are answered thoroughly and all interactions have reflected a genuine dedication to client service. For anyone seeking top tier legal guidance in estate and tax planning, Jim’s firm sets the standard. Jim’s expertise, integrity and personalized approach make him a trusted partner for individuals and families looking to protect their legacy and plan confidently for the future.
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Rick Gajewski
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I had Jim Nici develop a trust for my estate, he was very knowledgeable, professional, and very fast. I would strongly recommend Nici Law
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Sue Gold
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Knowledgeable and easy to work with and overall a very positive experience

Serving Naples & Southwest Florida

Nici Law Firm serves clients throughout Southwest Florida, from our office at 1865 Veterans Park Drive, Suite 203, Naples, FL 34109. We also welcome clients from surrounding Collier County communities, including Marco Island, as well as Lee County communities such as Bonita Springs and Estero. Wherever you are in Southwest Florida, we make estate planning straightforward — Schedule a Planning Session to get started.

Southwest Florida Estate Planning: Frequently Asked Questions

1. Do I Need A Will Or A Trust In Florida?

It depends on your goals. A will directs who receives your assets but still passes through probate; a revocable living trust can avoid probate and provide for management if you become incapacitated. Florida wills must be signed with two witnesses under Fla. Stat. § 732.502, and trusts are governed by the Florida Trust Code, Chapter 736.

Protect Your Legacy In Southwest Florida

Whether You’re Establishing Florida Domicile, Updating An Existing Plan, Or Navigating Probate, Nici Law Firm Gives
Southwest Florida Families A Clear, Board-certified Path Forward. Schedule Your Planning Session Today.

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