Shawna Perau

Shawna Perau, Elder Law Attorney in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida

Over 6 years of legal practice · focused on Elder Law, Estate Litigation, and Estate Planning

AssociateatBoyes, Farina & Matwicyzk

Palm Beach Gardens, FL

Practicing elder law in Palm Beach Gardens since 2020.

6+
Years practicing
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Shawna Perau is an associate based in Palm Beach Gardens, FL. The practice focuses on Elder Law, Estate Litigation, and Estate Planning. Shawna has over 6 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Boyes, Farina & Matwicyzk.

Based in
Palm Beach Gardens, FL
Experience
over 6 years
Known for
Elder Law · Estate Litigation · Estate Planning
  • Handles Elder Law, Estate Litigation, and Estate Planning matters from Palm Beach Gardens, FL.
  • Over 6 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

About Shawna Perau: Shawna Perau is an associate based in Palm Beach Gardens, FL. The practice focuses on Elder Law, Estate Litigation, and Estate Planning. Shawna has over 6 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Boyes, Farina & Matwicyzk.

Areas of practice

Shawna's practice areas in Palm Beach Gardens

Shawna concentrates on elder law, estate litigation, estate planning, poa, and probate. Each area below outlines the kind of case Shawna handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Elder Law cases in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida

Shawna takes elder law matters in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Shawna agrees to represent you.

Estate Litigation cases in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida

Shawna takes estate litigation matters in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Shawna agrees to represent you.

Estate Planning cases in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida

Shawna takes estate planning matters in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Shawna agrees to represent you.

POA cases in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida

Shawna takes poa matters in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Shawna agrees to represent you.

Probate cases in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida

Shawna takes probate matters in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Shawna agrees to represent you.

Biography

Shawna Perau, elder law attorney serving Palm Beach Gardens

Shawna Perau is an associate based in Palm Beach Gardens, FL. The practice focuses on Elder Law, Estate Litigation, and Estate Planning. Shawna has over 6 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Boyes, Farina & Matwicyzk. Shawna works from Palm Beach Gardens, Florida and takes on elder law matters across the region.

Hailing from upstate New York, Shawna Perau began her litigation career having served in two trial law and litigation firms. The same legal skills that distinguished her tenures, today shape a boutique estate litigation and planning practice. Here, she handles nuanced and complex matters for a diverse client set, ranging from progressive millennials to seniors.

Her counsel spans litigation, planning, and the administration of wills, trusts, estates, and guardianships. Paralleling her legal work is a certification in volunteer advocacy. Her business litigation practice is underpinned by deep experience in two of its most specialized areas—construction and real estate.

Perau received her J.D. with honors, graduating magna cum laude from Florida Coastal School of Law. She is an attorney in impeccable standing with the Florida Bar.

Ms. Perau is also a devoted Syracuse Orangemen basketball fan. She enjoys all forms of water sports and is an avid hiker.

Shawna's approach to elder law cases

Hailing from upstate New York, Shawna Perau began her litigation career having served in two trial law and litigation firms. The same legal skills that distinguished her tenures, today shape a boutique estate litigation and planning practice. Here, she handles nuanced and complex matters for a diverse client set, ranging from progressive millennials to seniors. Her counsel spans litigation,…

The kind of cases Shawna takes

Shawna reviews new inquiries case-by-case for elder law, estate litigation, and estate planning matters in Palm Beach Gardens and the surrounding Florida area.

Credentials

Credentials — where Shawna studied and practices

  • Florida Coastal School of Law

    J.D. · 2020

  • Florida Gulf Coast University

    B.S. Legal · 2016

Jurisdictions

Shawna's state bar admissions

  • Florida

    2020 · ACTIVE

Shawna studied at J.D. in Florida Coastal School of Law and B.S. Legal in Florida Gulf Coast University.

Law school and academic background

Shawna completed J.D. in Florida Coastal School of Law and B.S. Legal in Florida Gulf Coast University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Shawna runs in Florida is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Locations

Shawna Perau's office in Palm Beach Gardens

Shawna's primary office is at 3300 PGA Boulevard, Suite 600, Palm Beach Gardens, FL, 33410. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Boyes, Farina & Matwicyzk

3300 PGA Boulevard, Suite 600

Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410

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Hiring guide

How to hire Shawna Perau — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new elder law attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Shawna usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Shawna charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Shawna's office.

What to bring to your first meeting

Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Shawna will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a elder law attorney in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida

A short list to run through before you commit: How many elder law matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?

Fees & payment

Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Shawna

Shawna discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in elder law practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every elder law matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Shawna confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Shawna's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many elder law practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Shawna Perau

  • How much does it cost to hire Shawna for a elder law case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Shawna walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Shawna offer a free consultation?

    Shawna charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Shawna's office. Some elder law attorneys offer free consults — check Shawna's current terms during booking.

  • How long do elder law cases in Florida typically take?

    Simple elder law matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Shawna gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Shawna take my case if I'm outside Palm Beach Gardens?

    Shawna is licensed in Florida. Matters governed by Florida law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Shawna will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

  • What should I bring to my first meeting with Shawna?

    Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Shawna will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Shawna accepting new elder law clients right now?

    Shawna's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

Elder Law attorneys serving Palm Beach Gardens, Miami and Tampa in Florida

Shawna handles elder law matters throughout Florida. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified elder law attorneys in that community.

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