The Attorney Patrick Smith Show

Join Attorney Patrick Smith live from the Bone Studios in beautiful St. Petersburg, Florida, for a high-energy episode packed with real talk on estate planning and probate.

This week, we help 3L law student Nico DeVito earn extra credit for his Stetson University College of Law estate planning class by putting him on the air to interview Patrick about a high-stakes, multi-million-dollar estate settlement involving blended family tension, suspicion of foul play, and intense family volatility. Patrick shares hard-won lessons from 19+ years and 25,000+ cases—including how to set the right tone in explosive meetings, the economics of litigation, creditor claims, and why so many disputes stem from grief, regret, or unresolved issues with the decedent.

Adding major pressure (and wisdom): a surprise in-studio appearance by Stetson Law Dean Benjamin Barrows, who observes and chimes in on family conflicts, mediation, and practical planning tips. We also take your calls on will contests, fiduciary breaches, updating revocable trusts, and more.

Plus: a heartfelt Top Gun tribute and RIP to James Tolkan (Stinger), Isaiah the Magnificent powering through post-hospital meds, Spike on the mic, a Model Senate recap, and a soulful sing-along finale with "Take Me Home, Country Roads" and "Soul Man."

Raw, real radio with practical estate planning advice, listener interaction, humor, and faith-based encouragement. Whether you're planning your own estate, dealing with family dynamics, or just love great legal storytelling—this one's for you.

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Join Attorney Patrick Smith broadcasting live from Stetson University's 54th Annual Patrick L. Smith Model United States Senate! Kicking off with Whitney Houston-level chills on the national anthem, Patrick dives into the heart of this legendary three-day simulation where students from across the country become real U.S. Senators—pushing bills, whipping votes, debating amendments, and mastering Riddick's Rules like pros.

Hear from key players: Dr. David Hill on building careers through Model Senate, student coordinator Serena Dowling on crafting partisan debate gold, first-timer Isabella (as Sen. Joni Ernst) stirring the pot with discharges and deportations, Majority Leader Maddie the Surfer Girl with her NFL-playbook prep, Minority Whip Nate the Great (competitive bodybuilder edition), and alum Amy Trask on her groundbreaking Haven Act heading to the governor.

Plus pop quizzes, procedural chess talk, filibuster history (Strom Thurmond vibes), and why these kids might just out-Senate the real Washington. Legal questions? Call 1-800-771-1025!

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Get ready for the ultimate St. Patrick's Day spectacular on The Attorney Patrick Smith Show! Host Patrick Smith (whose second birthday is March 17th) breaks down the hidden Florida laws lurking behind your favorite traditions: pinching non-green wearers (hello, battery charges under 784.03), underage green beer pitfalls (no holiday exceptions!), disorderly intoxication, false imprisonment if you grab that leprechaun, and why shaking one upside-down for gold could mean robbery or grand theft.

Live calls (including wise 14-year-old Rio dreaming of manga and herbal meds), a loose leprechaun in the studio ("I'm a leprechaun, me dear!"), Spike's lingering hugs, Isaiah's return, NYC recaps, musical Chess surprises, and a special drop-in from Drew Garabo in his infamous green romper.

Whether you're chasing pots of gold or just trying not to get pinched, tune in for laughs, legal wisdom, faith-filled encouragement, Gators updates, and a reminder: holiday traditions don't trump Florida statutes! Call in with your questions at 1-800-771-1025.

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Join Attorney Patrick Smith live from the Big Apple on The Attorney Patrick Smith Show – where estate planning meets NYC adventures, listener calls, and a whole lot of heart! This episode recaps Patrick's chilly Manhattan trip: catching Nathan Lane in Death of a Salesman, scoring a magical cab in Times Square, butler-level hotel luxury (toothbrush on a silver tray, anyone?), and a questionable Starbucks name-tag encounter.

But it's not all sightseeing – Patrick breaks down crucial Florida estate planning tips for out-of-state movers (yes, your will is likely valid here, but tweaks for homestead laws and self-proving affidavits can save headaches and money), warns about bold new scams targeting attorneys via fake court e-filings, and runs a high-stakes legal movie guessing game (shoutout to Bud for nailing Mr. Smith Goes to Washington and winning a FREE trust package worth $695!).

Call in with your questions at 1-800-771-1025, get practical advice on wills, trusts, scams, and more, plus Gators shoutouts and Patrick's signature humor. Whether you're relocating to the Sunshine State or just protecting your legacy, tune in Saturdays for real talk that proves a solid plan conquers more than love ever could.

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Join host Attorney Patrick Smith on this lively Saturday edition of The Attorney Patrick Smith Show, where legal expertise meets real-life family drama and current events. The show kicks off with a special news alert on the escalating U.S.-Israel joint military operation against Iran, dubbed "Operation Epic Fury," including strikes on Iranian infrastructure and retaliatory missile/drone attacks—prompting listener thoughts on potential U.S. troop involvement, drafts, and global implications.

The core theme is the "All in the Family" edition, diving into Florida-specific legal issues affecting households:

• A major update on House Joint Resolution 203 (passed by the Florida House), proposing a phased $100,000 annual increase in homestead exemptions for non-school ad valorem taxes over 10 years, potentially eliminating them entirely by 2037 (pending 60% voter approval in 2026)—great news for middle-class homeowners!
• Undue influence in estate planning: How family members can coerce wills/trusts, red flags attorneys watch for, and why ethical lawyers shut down suspicious appointments.
• Tortious interference with inheritance: When outsiders (e.g., caregivers or neighbors) fraudulently divert assets like bank accounts to bypass probate.
• Disinheriting a child in Florida: You can't "divorce" them, but you can omit adult children with explicit language (while protecting minors under homestead laws).
• Cohabitation risks with family: Equitable liens if relatives pay expenses—protect yourself with a proper lease agreement.
• Life insurance premiums paid by family: No automatic reimbursement unless named as beneficiary.

Caller spotlights include advice on nursing home negligence leading to bedsores/hospice, family court challenges with false allegations and DCF involvement, contested estate distributions in a large New York will, and reverse mortgage/trust questions for an 80-year-old. Patrick also shares fun bits: correcting a podcast description mishap about "Running Bear" lyrics, praising the team (shout-out to AJ for show titles!), reflecting on last week's mayoral debate success with the "Sweet Caroline" ending, and a small-world encounter at a fundraiser with Sheriff Grady Judd.

Catch the full hour of practical legal insights, listener calls (1-800-771-1025), faith-based encouragement, Gators shout-outs, and Patrick's signature humor. For estate planning consultations, reverse mortgages, family law referrals, or nursing home cases, call the office Monday at 844-PATRICK. Listen live or catch archives at attorneypatricksmith.com or The Bone Online/Bone TV. Next week: Live from New York City!

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Join host Attorney Patrick Smith for a special edition of The Attorney Patrick Smith Show – our in-depth mayoral debate for the City of Indian Rocks Beach! Incumbent Mayor Denise Houseberg and challenger, former City Commissioner Lan Vaughn, go head-to-head on the hottest local issues shaping our beach community.

From the ongoing battle over short-term rentals (STRs) – including compliance challenges, the Homes Not Hotels lawsuit, uncollected revenue, and enforcement debates – to post-Hurricanes Helene & Milton recovery efforts, permitting frustrations, paid parking pilots, resident vs. visitor parking concerns, and calls for better leadership and unity.

Candidates share opening/closing statements, answer tough questions on lawsuits costing the city, alignment with controversial figures, resignation from prior roles, and how they'll represent ALL residents – even those who disagree. Listener call-ins add real community voices, from STR owners to frustrated neighbors.

Plus, a light-hearted sing-along finish to "Sweet Caroline" reminds us we're all in this together for Indian Rocks Beach!

Whether you're a resident, visitor, STR owner, or just care about our small-town beach vibe, this debate delivers straight talk, accountability, and insights you won't hear anywhere else.

Tune in, get informed, and decide who best represents Indian Rocks Beach!

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The Attorney Patrick Smith Show delivers a hilariously heartfelt Valentine's Day special that's equal parts legal wisdom, romantic mishaps, and pure Florida chaos.

Dive into the Laws for Lovers edition, where we break down sweetheart wills, tenants by the entirety magic (creditor-proof romance, anyone?), spousal elective shares that could crash a second honeymoon, homestead rights with ticking six-month clocks, prenup/postnup peace-of-mind planning, why common law marriage is DOA in Florida, and even Romeo & Juliet exceptions for those barely-legal high school sweethearts. All set to a soundtrack of Marvin Gaye grooves and the tragic (yet oddly upbeat) 1959 classic "Running Bear" by Johnny Preston.

Hear about cruise wives (temporary shipboard soulmates—think micro-relationships with zero long-term strings, bonus points if Mom tags along on excursions), a guy's night discovering "Indian spicy" at Red Chili's (one spoonful too many = instant regret), birthday shoutouts to the irreplaceable Merti Mert, Car Wash Frank's prenup dreams while detailing cars and prepping for fatherhood, and a wild union stalking tale that makes Bridezilla look tame.

It's estate planning meets love advice, listener calls, Gators talk, and Patrick's signature dad-joke energy—because nothing bonds couples like learning how not to lose the house in a divorce or to a union protest.

Tune in Saturdays for live calls (800-771-1025), expert laughs, and real talk that proves love might conquer all... but a solid prenup conquers more.

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It's dad's 77th birthday on The Attorney Patrick Smith Show — cue Hank Williams Sr. and heartfelt stories from a Bronze Star Vietnam vet dad. Patrick drops game-changing lessons: control yourself in confrontations, and the raw reality of war from a 13-year-old's eyes.

Then dive into listener Q&A: insurance companies lowballing fault, small claims roofing nightmares, updating trusts after name changes, post-divorce estate revamps, powers of attorney for college kids, and the wild NCAA eligibility fight shaking up college sports. Crew laughs, golf boasts, and Super Bowl trash talk included!

Florida legal insights with heart — call in live next time: 800-771-1025.

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