FAVRET LAW - Key Persons

Job Titles:

• Ohio Bar Association Certified Specialist
• Team Members

Bruce Favret is an Ohio Bar Association certified specialist in estate planning, wills, trusts and probate law. From the day he first opened his law office over 30 years ago, Bruce's passion was for helping people. He handled divorces, bankruptcy, accident cases, real estate transactions, corporations, DUI's and most general legal problems his clients had. However, he found that he most enjoyed helping his clients with their estate planning needs, such as preparing their wills, helping them select guardians and executors, and determining how to best distribute assets to their beneficiaries. The more wills he prepared and estates he probated, the more referrals he received. Most all of his business has come from referrals from his clients, financial advisors, bankers and other lawyers. He gradually phased out his general practice and now, for the past two decades, Bruce has limited his practice to handling only wills, trusts, probate and estate planning. He is licensed in both Ohio and Kentucky. Bruce is one of less than 160 attorneys in Ohio who have taken and passed the specialty examination and has been certified by the Ohio State Bar Association as a Specialist in wills, trusts and probate law. (Kentucky does not certify specialties in legal fields.) Bruce understands that each client has unique needs and concerns. His passion for helping people shines through because he takes the time to learn about his clients and their families. He explains the estate and probate law in simple, understandable terms. He helps his clients with their goals and objectives and he explains the pros and cons of the various options available to accomplish those goals. In addition, the knowledge and experience learned from his general practice of his early years has proven very beneficial to his estate planning practice. Knowing the real estate law and domestic relations procedures provides extra insight into overall estate planning. He strives to provide quality service, in a friendly, timely, and cost-effective manner. Bruce has helped hundreds of clients and families and he can help you with your unique needs. Education: Chase College of Law, Xavier University

Liz is an attorney practicing primarily in the areas of estate planning, wills, trusts, and probate administration. Liz grew up in Cincinnati, Ohio. She attended St. Ursula Academy High School and graduated from Ohio University with a degree in psychology. Shortly after graduating from college, Liz spent over two years in the Peace Corps, where she lived in a small town in western Ukraine (Berezne). Liz worked as an English teacher and engaged in other secondary projects to help her community. Through her experience in the Peace Corps, Liz decided that she wanted to become an attorney so that she could continue to help people solve their problems. Liz returned to Cincinnati, and attended Northern Kentucky University Salmon P. Chase College of Law on a full-tuition, merit-based, academic scholarship. After graduating from law school in 2011 Liz clerked for a federal judge, the honorable Michael J. Newman, in Dayton, Ohio for two years. Liz then practiced law in San Diego, California for five years. She first worked as an associate at a boutique firm that focused on class actions. Later, she worked as an associate in the litigation department at a large international law firm. After having their first child, Liz and her family made plans to return to Cincinnati to be closer to her family. Liz decided to join her dad's (Bruce Favret) firm and, like him, focus her practice on estate planning, wills, trusts, and probate. She really enjoys practicing in this area of the law and having the opportunity to help clients on a daily basis. Education: Salmon P. Chase College of Law, J.D., summa cum laude, 2011 & Ohio University, B.A., magna cum laude, 2005 Liz is an attorney practicing primarily in the areas of estate planning, wills, trusts, and probate administration. With experience working in several different types of the law, Liz chose this practice because she truly enjoys the opportunity to counsel clients on a daily basis. She thrives on giving her clients the peace of mind, whether it is doing their estate plan or assisting in the administration of an estate or trust after the death of a loved one.

Sandy is our probate services legal assistant. She started working for Bruce Favret as a legal secretary 24 years ago. She found that she loved doing legal work and went to college at night to obtain an associates degree from the University of Cincinnati as a paralegal/legal assistant. After that, she continued her education and obtained a Bachelor of Science degree in criminal justice. Sandy is very knowledgeable in all areas of probate, estate and trust administration and has assisted in handling hundreds of estates. Through her many years of experience, she knows the procedures for transferring and retitling assets in and out of trusts and estates. She understands real estate transactions and knows how to prepare the necessary documents. In addition, she is very familiar with the taxation of estates and trusts. Accountants enjoy working with her because she provides them everything they need to successfully complete the returns. Besides her technical skills and extensive knowledge, clients love working with Sandy because of her excellent sense of humor and friendly and caring demeanor. Sandy is our probate services legal assistant. She found that she loved doing legal work and went to college at night to obtain an associate's degree from the University of Cincinnati as a paralegal/legal assistant. After that, she continued her education and obtained a Bachelor of Science degree in criminal justice. Sandy is very knowledgeable in all areas of probate, estate and trust administration