Zachary D. Starr

Comprehensive Estate & Tax Planning

Zach assists clients in all aspects of estate planning, including the implementation, review, and administration of complex wealth transfer and charitable gifting strategies. He is highly experienced in navigating federal estate, gift, and generation-skipping transfer tax matters, developing tax-efficient structures to minimize personal income and fiduciary tax burdens. Whether he is memorializing wishes in sophisticated documents or advising on day-to-day administration, Zach focuses on breaking down complex laws into practical, actionable solutions.

Florida Practice & Multigenerational Wealth

A cornerstone of Zach’s practice is his extensive experience within the Florida legal landscape, a critical jurisdiction for asset protection and residency-based estate planning. Families and individuals from across the country and around the world look to Zach to navigate Florida’s specific statutes and probate nuances. His representative experience spans a diverse range of clients, including athletes, high-net-worth individuals, nontraditional or blended families, and multigenerational households seeking to preserve harmony and capital across decades.

Business Succession & Strategic Growth

Beyond personal planning, Zach provides comprehensive legal advice to help entrepreneurs and business owners fulfill their long-term goals. He partners with clients on business succession and growth needs, ensuring that corporate structures align with personal estate objectives. By offering pragmatic guidance on financial regulations and emerging market trends, Zach ensures that business transitions are seamless, timely, and aligned with the client’s broader financial legacy.

Prior Experience

Prior to joining Faegre Drinker, Zach served as a trusts and estates attorney in Tampa Bay, Florida. In that role, he developed significant experience in navigating the interplay between Florida and Minnesota law. Zach routinely counsels his clients on their relocation to Florida.

Personal Interests

Zach enjoys running, reading science fiction, and playing chess and disc golf.