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When you need an attorney, what should you ask, what should you bring to an appointment.  What about fees?  Have you ever wanted to grab your attorney by the neck and scream “Just answer my question!?”  Attorneys, Jerry Colen, Rachel Wagoner and John Beck will be here to listen and answer what you ask.

Attorneys Jerry Colen, Rachel Wagoner and John Beck will discuss the many rights, duties and responsibilities that impact the ownership of Florida property.

Attorneys John Beck and Jerry Colen will be here to discuss long Term Care planning including Medicare, Medicaid, advance directives and durable powers of attorney and how they fit into long term care planning.

Florida has complex laws affecting the ownership of property as a homestead.  Attorneys, Rachel Wagoner, John Beck will be here to discuss some of the significant ways the State of Florida provides for but also takes away, the benefits of owning a Florida Homestead.

Attorneys John Beck, Rachel Wagoner and Jerry Colen will be here to discuss the methods available to plan for ownership of real property, brokerage and banking accounts, safety deposit boxes, coins, artworks, time shares, even bitcoins and crypto. 

This one-hour presentation provides a practical, plain-language overview of the legislative and regulatory systems that affect the equine industry. The session focuses on clarity, real-world examples, and how government decisions translate into day-to-day impacts at the barn and business of horses.

Participants will gain an understanding of how local, state, and federal laws are created, who enforces them, and why they matter to the equine community. Topics include zoning and land use, agricultural exemptions, animal welfare regulations, environmental and water-use rules, transportation and sales considerations, and the role of industry organizations in advocacy and lobbying. Special attention is given to Florida-specific agencies and legislative processes, as well as national regulations that influence breeding, racing, sport horses, and farm operations.

The presentation also explains how individuals can stay informed, engage effectively with policymakers, and protect the long-term viability of the equine industry in Marion County and beyond. No prior legal or political background is required.

Attorneys Jerry Colen, John Beck and Rachel Wagoner will be here to discuss how to prepare to fight the scams that attack us from social media and elsewhere.