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Three Limitations of Wills
When people first start thinking about planning their estate, they often first think about writing a will. It is also not uncommon for people to think they only need a will. It is true that wills are critical legal documents and all adults should take the time to draft one. However, wills also have… Read More »
FAQs About the Florida Probate Process
Probate is a legal process that governs the distribution of property within a person’s estate after they pass away. While many people have heard about the probate process, they still do not fully understand what is involved in the process, or what to expect when going through it. As such, when individuals go through… Read More »
How to Fund a Trust
Establishing a trust has many benefits. Many people establish a trust so their family members can avoid the probate process after they pass away. Probate is a legal process that can be lengthy and expensive and so, many people incorporate tools into their estate plan to protect their loved ones, and their property, from… Read More »
What Do Personal Representatives Do During Probate?
Losing a loved one is never easy. During your time of grief, learning that you have been designated as the personal representative of your loved one’s estate can be even more stressful and overwhelming. Personal representatives are responsible for many different tasks, particularly throughout the probate process. Knowing what steps are involved can help… Read More »
Can You Include No-Contest Clauses in Your Estate Plan?
By the time people embark on estate planning, they have usually already given it a great deal of thought. You have likely already thought of the property you own, and the loved one you want to leave it to after you pass away. When it comes time to draft your estate plan then, often… Read More »
Understanding the Different Types of Probate
Probate can be a very complex process to navigate. This is particularly true when people have to go through it after losing someone they love. One of the first steps is to determine which type of probate you need to go through, as there are several in Florida. The type of probate will depend… Read More »
What is Summary Administration in Florida?
Summary administration is an expedited form of probate. Unlike formal administration that can take six months to one year or more, summary administration can typically be closed in one to three months. However, not all estates qualify for this type of probate. Our New Port Richey summary administration lawyer explains in further detail below…. Read More »
What are the Steps in the Florida Probate Process?
Probate is a legal process that distributes a person’s property to loved ones after they pass away. During probate, debts the decedent still carried at the time of death are also paid. There are many steps involved in probate and the process can become quite complex. Our New Port Richey probate lawyer outlines the… Read More »
Is a Trust or Will Better in Florida?
There are many important tools at your disposal when planning your estate. Of all of them, trusts and wills are two that are very commonly used. Choosing to draft a will or trust depends on your goals and circumstances. A will may be all you need if you have a very simple estate. If… Read More »
Can You Terminate an Irrevocable Trust in Florida?
When an irrevocable trust was drafted in accordance with the law in Florida, the terms outlined within it cannot usually be modified. However, when certain conditions are met, eligible beneficiaries can take action to terminate the trust. This is a complex situation so it is always advised that you work with a New Port… Read More »
