About Mary Frances
Mary Frances Trotter is a board-certified elder law attorney practicing at Trotter & Soulsby, PA, located in The Villages, Florida. With over four decades of experience, she has been serving clients in this vibrant community since her admission to the Florida Bar in 1983. The firm, which she co-founded in 1992, specializes in elder law and estate planning, providing essential services tailored to the needs of older clients and their families. Ms. Trotter earned her Juris Doctor from Case Western Reserve University School of Law in 1983, the same year she began her legal career as an Assistant State Attorney. Prior to establishing her own practice, she served as managing partner at Cheek & Trotter, gaining inexperience in various aspects of law. Additionally, she is admitted to practice in the U.S.
District Court for the Middle District of Florida, adding to her legal capabilities. At Trotter & Soulsby, PA, Ms. Trotter offers a comprehensive range of legal services. These include estate planning, wills and trusts, probate, special needs planning, Medicaid planning, and guardianship. Her compassionate approach to law has earned her a reputation for addressing complex legal matters with both expertise and care. Clients consistently commend her thoroughness in navigating estate planning and probate issues, appreciating her ability to simplify intricate processes and provide clear guidance. Recognition of Ms.
Trotter’s skills is evident through her accolades. She has been named a Super Lawyer from 2022 to 2026, a distinction awarded to only a select group of attorneys. Furthermore, she holds a Martindale-Hubbell Peer Review rating of 4.3, reflecting her professionalism and ethical standards in the legal community. Her commitment to elder law extends beyond her practice; she is actively involved in professional organizations, having served as President of the Seminole County Bar Association in 1992. Ms. Trotter is a member of both the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys and the Academy of Florida Elder Law Attorneys. As a Department of Veterans Affairs Accredited Attorney, she frequently speaks at community events, educating the public on important elder law topics.
Her office is conveniently located at 11834 CR 101, Suite 100, The Villages, FL 32162. For inquiries, she can be reached at (352) 205-7245 or via email at mary@trotterlaw.com. With her experience and unwavering commitment to elder law, Ms. Trotter stands as a trusted resource for individuals seeking legal assistance in estate planning and related areas throughout Central Florida.
