Trusts and Estates
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Helen Mena is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Trusts and Estates. Helen, who practices law in Naples, Florida, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Helen is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area. Helen Mena counsels individuals in the areas of trust and estate planning, estate and trust administration, elder law, and related residential real estate transactions. Helen earned dual Bachelor’s degrees in French and Russian language at the University of South Florida. She earned her Juris Doctorate at Ave Maria School of Law, where she graduated magna cum laude and was an executive board member of the Moot Court Board and an editor of the Law Review. Helen is currently a Master of Laws in Taxation Candidate at Georgetown University School of Law, where she endeavors to obtain the knowledge to counsel her clients in charitable giving and tax efficient wealth transfers. Helen interned at various organizations during her law school career, including the Low Income Tax Clinic of Florida Rural Legal Services of Fort Myers, Florida, the Florida Counsel Against Sexual Violence of Tampa, Florida, and the United States Army’s Judge Advocate General’s Office of Fort Jackson, South Carolina. She has also authored several scholarly articles.
Recognized in Ones to Watch since 2026
Steven Stewart
My family needed to update a complicated trust established by my late father, which involved assets in both Florida and another state. I was referred to Helen Mena, and I'm very glad I was. While she has a general practice, her deep focus on trusts and estates was immediately apparent. She patiently walked us through every clause, explaining the tax implications and distribution strategies in clear, understandable terms. Her background, including her recognition by Best Lawyers in this specific field, gave us great confidence. Helen was thorough, meticulous, and clearly knowledgeable about Florida's specific probate and trust laws. The documents she prepared were flawless, and she coordinated seamlessly with an out-of-state attorney for the ancillary assets. The only slight delay came during the final review stage, where communication slowed for a few days as she was likely handling other complex matters. Overall, Helen provided exceptional value. She transformed a stressful, emotionally charged process into a manageable one. I would highly recommend her for any estate planning or trust administration needs in the Jacksonville area.
