Katherine Schnauss Naugle

Katherine Schnauss Naugle is a highly experienced attorney based in Jacksonville, Florida. She specializes in estate planning, probate, guardianship, wills, and trusts. With over two decades of legal practice, she has built a reputation for delivering reliable legal services tailored to her clients’ needs.

Katherine graduated from Emory University with a Bachelor of Arts in 1998. She then pursued her legal education at Stetson University College of Law, earning her Juris Doctor degree in 2001. During this time, she also completed a Master of Business Administration from Stetson University School of Business Administration, enhancing her understanding of financial and business matters relevant to her legal practice.

Admitted to the Florida Bar in 2001, Katherine is also authorized to practice before the U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Florida. She began her career as an associate attorney at Ford, Bowlus, Duss, Morgan, Kenney, Safer & Hampton, P.A., where she gained valuable experience in various legal matters. Later, she co-founded and practiced at Naugle & Smith, P.L., before establishing her own law firm, Schnauss Naugle Law, in the Riverside area of Jacksonville.

Throughout her career, Katherine has helped individuals and families navigate complex estate and probate matters. In her estate planning practice, she creates customized wills, trusts, and powers of attorney to protect assets, minimize conflict, and ensure her clients’ wishes are carried out. She also advises personal representatives through every stage of the probate process for efficient, compliant estate administration. In guardianship cases, Katherine represents both guardians and wards, offering knowledgeable, compassionate legal support during difficult transitions.

Katherine is committed to educating her community about estate planning, probate, and guardianship. She frequently speaks to local groups and organizations on these topics. Additionally, she dedicates her time to pro bono work, helping clients in need of legal assistance who may not otherwise have access to legal services.

Katherine’s dedication to her profession has earned her numerous accolades, including recognition as a Florida Super Lawyer since 2016. Her expertise, professionalism, and commitment to her clients make her a trusted advisor in her field.

Law Office Affiliations

• Owner & Attorney, Schnauss Naugle Law
• Member, Florida Bar Association
• Member, Jacksonville Chapter, D.A.R.
• Member, Jacksonville Bar Association

Licensed State

• Florida

Education

• Stetson University College of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Stetson University School of Business Administration
  Master of Business Administration (MBA)
• Emory University
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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