Category: Trusts and Estates Law
Location (State/City): Florida / Coral Gables
Full Name or Firm Name: Neil R. Chrystal
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Practice Areas (Category): Litigation – Trusts and Estates; Trusts and Estates
Years of Experience: Over 30 years (since 1986)
Licensing and Bar Admissions: Florida Bar; Ohio State Bar Association; Federal Bar; U.S. Tax Court
Firm Size (Number of Lawyers): Not available
Complete Office Address: 550 Biltmore Way, Suite 810, Coral Gables, FL 33134
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Office Hours: Not available
Languages Spoken: Not available
Specializations or Certifications: Florida Bar Board Certified in Wills, Trusts and Estates
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Contact Info (Phone, Email, Website): 305-529-1500, Not available, https://www.dwl-law.com/attorneys/neil-r-chrystal/
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Education: Case Western Reserve University, J.D., 1986; Baldwin-Wallace College, B.A. in Business Administration
Firm Headquarters (if applicable): Coral Gables, Florida
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Neil R. Chrystal Trusts and Estates Lawyer in Coral Gables, Florida

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Neil R. Chrystal is a Coral Gables, Florida trusts and estates lawyer with more than thirty years of experience. As a founding shareholder of Dunwody White & Landon PA, he focuses his practice on estate planning, trust and estate administration, probate litigation, guardianship matters, and business succession planning. His background includes advising individuals, families, and businesses on wealth protection, tax disputes, private trust companies, and charitable foundations.

Mr. Chrystal earned his law degree from Case Western Reserve University and his undergraduate degree in business administration from Baldwin-Wallace College. He is admitted to the Florida and Ohio Bars, the Federal Bar, and the U.S. Tax Court. He is also Board Certified by the Florida Bar in Wills, Trusts and Estates, a distinction held by a limited number of attorneys in the state.

He is an active member of numerous professional organizations, including the American Bar Association and The Florida Bar’s Real Property, Probate and Trust Law Section. He has served in leadership positions in several estate planning councils and regularly lectures at professional seminars and conferences. His extensive involvement in professional and community organizations reflects his commitment to both his practice and the community.

For assistance with estate planning, probate, or trust litigation in Coral Gables, call 305-529-1500 or visit the office at 550 Biltmore Way, Suite 810, Coral Gables, FL 33134.

Services by Topic

Estate Planning

• Designing comprehensive estate plans for families and businesses

• Advising on wills, trusts, and powers of attorney

• Developing strategies for wealth preservation

• Creating charitable foundations and private trust structures

Probate and Trust Litigation

• Representation in contested wills and trust disputes

• Addressing undue influence and breach of fiduciary duty claims

• Handling guardianship and inheritance disputes

• Guidance in complex probate court proceedings

Business and Succession Planning

• Structuring family-owned businesses for continuity

• Advising on succession planning for closely held companies

• Guidance on tax-efficient business transitions

• Establishing family office structures

Guardianship and Fiduciary Matters

• Establishing and managing guardianships

• Advising fiduciaries on responsibilities and reporting

• Addressing disputes over guardianship administration

• Protecting the rights of vulnerable adults

FAQs

Q: What does it mean to be Board Certified in Wills, Trusts and Estates?
A: Board Certification is a recognition by The Florida Bar of an attorney’s expertise and specialization in a specific area of law.

Q: Who does Neil R. Chrystal typically represent?
A: He represents individuals, families, fiduciaries, and business owners in estate planning, probate, and trust matters.

Q: How can estate planning benefit a business owner?
A: Estate planning ensures smooth succession, protects assets, and provides a framework for transitioning ownership while minimizing tax impact.

Q: What kinds of disputes arise in probate and trust cases?
A: Common disputes include will contests, allegations of undue influence, disagreements over trust distributions, and claims of mismanagement.

About the Firm

Dunwody White & Landon PA is a Coral Gables-based law firm providing services in trusts and estates, business law, tax planning, and litigation. The firm advises individuals, families, and businesses across Florida and beyond, focusing on estate planning, probate administration, and related disputes. Its attorneys bring decades of combined experience and are active in professional and community organizations. The firm’s Coral Gables office offers clients practical solutions and personal attention. To schedule a consultation, call 305-529-1500 or visit the firm online.