Christine A. Schafer

A client-centric attorney focused on getting results and providing quality legal service.

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Christine A. Schafer

A client-centric attorney focused on getting results and providing quality legal service.

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Christine A. Schafer

A client-centric attorney focused on getting results and providing quality legal service.

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CHRISTINE

Owner & Managing Partner

Christine Schafer is the managing partner and co-owner of The Legacy Law Firm. As an attorney, her top priority is providing exceptional legal services combined with an outstanding client experience. She understands that visiting a lawyer’s office can often evoke feelings of anxiety, mistrust, or dread, which is why she created The Legacy Law Firm with a focus on making every client feel comfortable and cared for from the very first call to the conclusion of their case.

“I’m often asked why I chose to specialize in probate and estate planning,” Christine says. “It wasn’t by accident or chance. My life’s work has been shaped by personal experience, and I’ve dedicated myself to helping others avoid the pain I went through.”

Christine’s personal journey drives her deep commitment to her clients. When she was just 21 years old, she lost her father. He had remarried and, like many people, failed to plan ahead by creating an estate plan. As a result, when he passed, state law determined the fate of his estate. Sadly, this meant that his children from previous relationships, including Christine, were unintentionally disinherited. They were left with nothing—not only excluded from his inheritance but also not included in the after-life celebrations. This heart-wrenching experience was a devastating reminder of what can happen when there’s no plan in place.

This personal loss became the catalyst for Christine’s career. She knows firsthand the emotional toll and stress that accompany the death of a loved one, especially when that loss is compounded by legal battles or unintended consequences. Christine has devoted her life to helping others avoid these situations. Whether it’s through the creation of a thoughtful estate plan or guiding families through the probate process, she is passionate about empowering her clients to protect their loved ones and legacies.

Christine is a fierce advocate for the importance of planning ahead, and she regularly speaks across Florida on topics related to probate avoidance and estate planning.  Christine has been named a Rising Star by Super Lawyers for six consecutive years (2018 – 2024), an honor bestowed on only 2.5% of attorneys in Florida.

Christine’s mission is clear: to prevent others from experiencing the hardships she faced, and to provide peace of mind to families by ensuring their legacies are protected for future generations.

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