Attorney Blessing Builds on Henderson Franklin’s Legacy of Community Service with Arts Bonita Board Appointment

Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A., is pleased to announce that trust and estate planning attorney Haylee Blessing has been appointed to the Arts Bonita (f/k/a Center for the Arts of Bonita Springs) Board of Directors. In this role, she continues the firm’s long tradition of community leadership and follows in the footsteps of retired partner Donald Thomson, who also served on the board for many years. Blessing shared,

“It’s an honor to serve on the Arts Bonita Board and continue the tradition of Henderson Franklin attorneys giving back to our community. I’ve always believed that the arts strengthen connection and inspire understanding, and I look forward to supporting the organization’s mission to make creative expression accessible to all.”

Arts Bonita offers year-round visual and performing arts programming designed to foster creativity, connection, and cultural enrichment. With two campus locations, Arts Bonita provides classes, performances, festivals, and events that make art accessible and meaningful for residents and visitors alike.

Blessing is a member of Henderson Franklin’s Estate Planning Department and is based out of the Bonita Springs office. She works with individuals and families to design estate plans that preserve wealth, minimize tax exposure and reflect each client’s personal goals and values. In addition to preparing wills, trusts and advance directives, her practice also includes probate and trust administration. Known for her attention to detail and clear communication, Blessing helps clients make informed decisions about the future with confidence and care.

“Haylee’s appointment to the Arts Bonita Board reflects both her passion for community engagement and her commitment to helping others. Her enthusiasm for connecting people and her thoughtful approach to estate planning align perfectly with the values we uphold at Henderson Franklin. We’re proud to see her continuing our firm’s legacy of service in Bonita Springs,” shares Richard Mancini, stockholder and co-chair of the the firm’s Estate Planning Department.

Blessing earned dual Bachelor of Science degrees in Finance and Economics, cum laude, from Florida State University. She earned her Juris Doctor and Master of Business Administration degrees from Stetson University College of Law, graduating magna cum laude. Blessing was recognized with the Top JD/MBA Academic Performance Award in 2024 and served as an Articles & Symposia Editor for the Stetson Business Law Review. Also during law school, she was active in the Phi Delta Phi Legal Honor Society, Beta Gamma Sigma Business Honor Society, and several leadership committees.

Blessing may be reached by phone at 239-344-1107 or email at haylee.blessing@henlaw.com.