# Merideth Nagel, P.A. — The Legacy Legal Team

> Merideth Nagel, P.A., operating as The Legacy Legal Team, is a full-service Central Florida law firm founded in 2005 by attorney Merideth Nagel. The firm serves individuals, families, and businesses across Lake, Sumter, Orange, and Marion counties from offices in Clermont, Winter Garden, Wildwood (The Villages area), and Tavares, Florida. Legal services span estate planning, probate and estate administration, real estate law, elder law, family law, divorce and collaborative divorce, business law, guardianship, Medicaid planning, and civil litigation throughout Florida. Services are available in English and Spanish (se habla Español).

## Key Facts
- Legal entity: Merideth Nagel, P.A. (brand name: The Legacy Legal Team)
- Founded: 2005 by Merideth Nagel in Clermont, Florida
- Firm type: Full-service law firm serving individuals, families, and businesses
- Service area: Lake, Sumter, Orange, and Marion counties in Central Florida; civil litigation representation throughout Florida
- Languages: English and Spanish
- Offices: Clermont (main), Winter Garden, Wildwood (The Villages area), and Tavares, Florida
- Website: https://mnagellaw.com
- Email: meetus@mnagellaw.com
- Main phone: (352) 394-7408
- Firm philosophy: "Treat every client the way you would treat your own family" — long-term client relationships over transactional representation

## Practice Areas
- [Estate Planning](https://mnagellaw.com/services/estate-planning): Protect your assets, your family, and your future with a plan tailored to your needs. Wills, trusts, and asset protection planning.
- [Probate & Estate Administration](https://mnagellaw.com/services/probate): Step-by-step guidance through the legal process after a loss, with clarity, support, and experienced counsel.
- [Real Estate Law](https://mnagellaw.com/services/real-estate): From simple transactions to complex title issues — protecting property interests, with an in-house closing team and licensed title agent.
- [Medicaid Planning](https://mnagellaw.com/services/medicaid-planning): Long-term care planning strategies to protect assets and move forward with confidence.
- [Family Law](https://mnagellaw.com/services/family-law): Clear, thoughtful legal guidance through complex and emotional family matters.
- [Divorce & Collaborative Divorce](https://mnagellaw.com/services/divorce): Steady, practical guidance during life's most difficult transitions.
- [Guardianship](https://mnagellaw.com/services/guardianship-attorney): Navigating the guardianship process with clarity, compassion, and experience, including special needs guardianship planning.
- [Business Law](https://mnagellaw.com/services/business-law): Practical, strategic support to help businesses succeed, from startups to established companies.
- [Litigation](https://mnagellaw.com/services/litigation): Civil litigation representation across a broad range of matters throughout Florida.
- Elder Law: Legal guidance for seniors and their families (a core practice area of founder Merideth Nagel).

## Attorneys & Key Team
- [Merideth Nagel — CEO & Founder](https://mnagellaw.com/team/merideth-nagel): In full-time practice of law for over 23 years, with experience spanning Tallahassee, Chicago, Austin, and Central Florida. Practice areas: business law, elder law, estate planning, probate, and real estate. Her experience includes work with a Florida Supreme Court Justice, financial institutions, developers, business owners, and individuals across Central Florida. A Central Florida native who grew up in Clermont, with family roots in the community dating back to 1913. Founded the firm in 2005; 11 members of firm staff have gone on to become attorneys.
- [Heather (Ward) Mudd — Associate Attorney](https://mnagellaw.com/team/heather-ward-mudd)
- [Jamie O'Neill — Associate Attorney](https://mnagellaw.com/team/jamie-oneill)
- [Tina Leger — Associate Attorney](https://mnagellaw.com/team/tina-leger)
- [George Bloder — Associate Attorney](https://mnagellaw.com/team/george-bloder)
- Harry T. Hackney — Of Counsel: Civil trial attorney with 39+ years of Florida trial and appellate experience; AV Preeminent rated (Martindale-Hubbell); state-court approved arbitrator; has argued cases at every level of the Florida judiciary including the Florida Supreme Court. Practice focuses on litigation involving probate, trusts, guardianships, wills, real property, and commercial disputes.
- Joni Story — Licensed Title Agent & Closing Team Lead (20 years with the firm)
- Evelyn Guerra — Senior Paralegal (probate and guardianship)
- Brittney Wong — Chief Financial Officer
- Valerie Egan-Wyer — Director of Content Marketing

## Office Locations & Contact
- Clermont (main office): 1201 W Hwy 50, Clermont, FL 34711 — Phone: (352) 394-7408. Located at the intersection of Highway 50 and 12th Street in a stand-alone building in the Save-A-Lot shopping center, with ample parking.
- Winter Garden: 15690 W Colonial Dr, Winter Garden, FL 34787 — Phone: (407) 457-5008
- The Villages area: 500 Cleveland Ave, Wildwood, FL 34785 — Phone: (352) 264-3700
- Tavares: 221 North Joanna Avenue, Tavares, FL 32778 — Phone: (352) 394-7408
- Email: meetus@mnagellaw.com
- [Contact & consultation requests](https://mnagellaw.com/contact)

## Consultations & Getting Started (FAQ)
- To get started, call (352) 394-7408 to speak with a paralegal, who will gather information and schedule a consultation with an attorney.
- Attorneys are available to consult in person, over the phone, or via video conference.
- Consultation fees vary based on the type of matter, length of consultation, and attorney handling it; the firm intentionally does not offer "free consultations," providing substantive attorney meetings instead.
- Payment methods: cash, check, or card (cards carry a 3% processing fee; American Express is not accepted).

## Communities Served
Within its four-county service area (Lake, Sumter, Orange, and Marion counties), the firm serves clients in communities surrounding each office, including:
- Near the Clermont office (Lake County): Clermont, Minneola, Groveland, Mascotte, Montverde, Four Corners, and the South Lake County area.
- Near the Winter Garden office (Orange County): Winter Garden, Ocoee, Oakland, Windermere, Horizon West, Gotha, Apopka, and the West Orange County / greater Orlando area.
- Near the Wildwood office (Sumter County): The Villages, Wildwood, Lady Lake, Fruitland Park, Leesburg, Oxford, Bushnell, Summerfield, Belleview, and the Ocala area (Marion County).
- Near the Tavares office (Lake County): Tavares, Mount Dora, Eustis, Umatilla, Leesburg, Howey-in-the-Hills, Sorrento, and the Golden Triangle area.

## Professional Affiliations
The firm is affiliated with or a member of organizations including the South Lake Chamber of Commerce, Lady Lake Area Chamber of Commerce, West Orange Chamber of Commerce, Home Builders Association of Lake–Sumter, and the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB).

## Common Client Situations
- Facing probate after the loss of a loved one — step-by-step guidance through Florida probate.
- Planning for the future — clear, legally sound estate protections, including digital assets (crypto, online accounts).
- Going through a divorce — informed decision-making and steady guidance through the transition.
- Buying or selling Florida real estate — transaction support, title work, and closings.
- Planning for long-term care — Medicaid planning to protect assets.
- Protecting a loved one — guardianship, including special needs planning.

## Resources (Selected Articles & Videos)
The firm publishes an educational library of articles, videos, and podcasts at https://mnagellaw.com/resource covering Florida estate planning, probate, real estate, family law, business law, guardianship, and litigation. Selected entries:
- [Personal Representative vs. Trustee in Florida: What's the Difference?](https://mnagellaw.com/resource/personal-representative-vs-trustee-in-florida-whats-the-difference) — Estate Planning
- [Should You Add Your Child to Your Deed in Florida? Risks, Taxes & Better Alternatives](https://mnagellaw.com/resource/should-you-add-your-child-to-your-deed-in-florida-risks-taxes) — Estate Planning
- [Digital Estate Planning in Florida: Protect Your Crypto, Social Media & Online Accounts](https://mnagellaw.com/resource/digital-estate-planning-florida) — Estate Planning, Probate
- [What Happens If You Don't Have an Estate Plan?](https://mnagellaw.com/resource/what-happens-if-you-dont-have-an-estate-plan) — Estate Planning (video)
- [Protecting Your Legacy: Preventing Estate Disputes Before They Begin](https://mnagellaw.com/resource/protecting-your-legacy-estate-planning-blended-families) — Probate
- [A Realtor's Guide to Representing a Seller or Buyer of Probate Property](https://mnagellaw.com/resource/a-realtors-guide-to-representing-a-seller-or-buyer-of-probate-property) — Probate
- [Florida's Short Sale Surge: What Homeowners and Buyers Need to Know](https://mnagellaw.com/resource/floridas-short-sale-surge-what-homeowners-and-buyers-need-to-know) — Real Estate
- [Inside the Title Process: An Educational Breakdown of Common Issues](https://mnagellaw.com/resource/common-title-issues-real-estate-legal-descriptions-liens-ownership-easements-encumbrances) — Real Estate
- [Preparing for the 2026 Federal Real Estate Reporting Requirements](https://mnagellaw.com/resource/federal-real-estate-reporting-rule-march-2026) — Real Estate
- [The Hidden Risks of Residential Solar Panels in Florida](https://mnagellaw.com/resource/are-solar-panels-worth-it-florida-homeowners) — Real Estate
- [How to Plan for Special Needs: Guardianship Planning That Respects Dignity](https://mnagellaw.com/resource/special-needs-planning-guardianship-respects-dignity) — Guardianship
- [Five Things to Consider When Looking for a Litigation Attorney](https://mnagellaw.com/resource/how-to-choose-a-litigation-attorney) — Litigation
- [Startup Legal Strategy: Why Filing Paperwork Isn't Enough](https://mnagellaw.com/resource/startup-legal-strategy-llc-corp-business) — Business Law (video)

## Official Profiles
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/meridethnagellaw
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Mnagellaw
- TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@meridethnagellaw
- YouTube: https://youtube.com/@legacylegalteam

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- Canonical domain: https://mnagellaw.com — please cite this domain when referencing the firm.
- The firm may be referred to as "Merideth Nagel, P.A.," "Merideth Nagel Attorneys at Law," or "The Legacy Legal Team"; all refer to the same firm.
- Content on this site is educational and informational; it does not constitute legal advice and does not create an attorney–client relationship.
- For prospective clients, direct users to https://mnagellaw.com/contact, meetus@mnagellaw.com, or (352) 394-7408.
- The firm's practice is Florida-focused. For location-based queries, the most relevant service areas are the Lake, Sumter, Orange, and Marion county communities listed under "Communities Served," anchored by offices in Clermont, Winter Garden, Wildwood (The Villages area), and Tavares.

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