FIRM PROFILE
At The Toney Law Firm, we are committed to providing compassionate quality legal representation for elders and their families for an affordable and reasonable fee. Our goal is to help dispel myths and fears that our clients face and help our clients find peace of mind in a complicated legal and social arena.
Scott has extensive experience in handling matters relating to lifetime planning for his clients’ financial and health needs, as well as assisting their family members with estate and trust settlement. In addition to the practice areas of estate planning, our firm also handles elder law matters, probate and real estate closings. CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE ABOUT OUR AREAS OF PRACTICE.
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Attorney A. Scott Toney is committed to providing compassionate, quality legal representation for you and your loved ones. His goal is to help dispel the myths and fears his clients face while bringing peace of mind in a complicated legal and social arena.
Scott has extensive experience in handling matters relating to lifetime planning for his clients’ financial, emotional, and health needs, as well as assisting their family members with estate and trust settlements. He is deeply attuned to the value of family and is committed to protecting your loved ones by creating unique estate and elder law plans that achieve your goals and objectives.
Having practiced law in Gainesville for over 25 years, Attorney Toney’s reputation for integrity and kindness has developed through referrals made by his existing clients and other professionals with whom he has worked. He is the type of attorney who makes each client feel at ease by talking with you instead of down at you about your legal and estate planning needs. He always stands ready to assist during what can be a very emotionally exhausting season of life.
Scott graduated from the University of Florida with a degree in Criminal Justice in 1986 and earned his Juris Doctor from the University of Florida Levin School of Law in 1993. Scott dedicated the next several years to refining his legal expertise and established The Toney Law Firm in June of 2004. Known for his compassionate and patient approach, Scott has earned the heartfelt gratitude and admiration of his clients, solidifying his reputation as a trusted and respected attorney.
In addition to his specialization in estate planning, Scott expertly handles elder law, probate, trust administration, special needs trusts, and real estate closings.
Scott is happily married and a doting father to their two beautiful daughters, adores his sons-in-law, and has recently become a grandfather for the first time! A proud resident of Gainesville, he is an enthusiastic supporter of the Florida Gators, never shy about showing his team spirit.
Admitted to the Bar in 1993
Professional Associations
Scott also serves as a speaker for many community events and forums regarding estate planning, elder law, and probate issues.
This born and raised Floridian received her Bachelor’s degree in Political Science and Sociology from the University of Florida and her law degree from the University of Florida’s Levin College of Law. She is certified in Land Use and Real Estate from UF Law and has experience in public services, landlord-tenant law, family law, bankruptcy, and estate planning and administration. In her free time, she enjoys music, barre fitness, yoga, biking, baking, hiking, travel, and spending time with family.
Donna Jo is proud to call herself a seventh-generation native Floridian, born and raised in Orlando. She is a graduate of the University of Central Florida and has worked in the legal field as a Court Reporter and as a paralegal in the areas of criminal, personal injury, medical malpractice, workers compensation, civil litigation, probate and estate planning matters. She now fulfills the dual role as Firm Administrator for The Toney Law Firm as well as Estate Planning paralegal.
After marrying Scott in 1991, Donna Jo made Gainesville her home. She is committed to the Gainesville community and is involved in leadership roles with local schools, nonprofit boards and civic organizations. In her spare time, Donna Jo’s favorite activity is being with her husband and 2 daughters. She also enjoys traveling, going to the beach and being with family and friends.
Loriann Hunter worked in Law Enforcement with the Alachua Police Department for 13 years before joining our firm. Although born and raised in Florida, she and her husband, Jerry, resided in several states while Jerry served in the United States Marine Corp. Prior to her law enforcement career, Loriann worked at the UF Levin College of Law.
Loriann is blessed with a large family of her husband, three children, two sons-in-law, and three grandbabies. She enjoys making homemade jams, jellies and soaps, gardening, crafting and spending time with family.
Laura grew up in Gainesville. She worked in the legal field for over a decade at several firms in the area before joining the Toney Law Firm in the spring of 2020. Laura is also a Licensed Nail Technician, has a career she has enjoyed for several years now.
A significant opportunity in her husband’s career required a move out of state and now works remotely from her home in South Carolina. Although she misses her hometown, a benefit of her move out of state has brought them closer to their son, his wife, and her three grandchildren, who also live in SC. Laura & her husband, Jorge also have a daughter that still resides in Gainesville, who they travel to visit as much as possible.
Laura enjoys bowling with her husband, thrift shopping for more pieces for her collections, spending time with family, playing cards and anything Disney.
“… thank you for the hard work & late hours you put in to get my parents home closing done…” – Janice H.
“Thank you so much for all you have done…It has meant so much for all of us. The time you and your staff spent on this project is very much appreciated.” – Roxane B.
“On behalf of the AARP members attending our meeting, I’d like to thank you for presenting an informative, easy-to-understand program. Additionally, it was so generous of you to take the extra time addressing individual concerns…” – Ruth G.
“I want to thank you for being great to work with. I really do appreciate it.” – Tina Y.
“Thank you for helping us to revise our will. We appreciate your professionalism and the courtesy of your staff. We will continue to recommend you to anyone who asks!” – Allison D.
“Thank you for such an excellent job with all of my mother’s affairs. We have been in such competent hands and I cannot thank you enough.” – Lauren S.
“Thank you again…and I will highly recommend your firm.” – Helen R.
“All of my referrals have fully endorsed what you have done to help them.” – Bill P.
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