Recent Blog Posts
Is it Possible to Disinherit Your Child?
People put off estate planning for many reasons. One of these is that it forces them to ask questions that are rather uncomfortable. One of these is whether it is possible for a parent to completely disinherit their child. Parents do not always want to disinherit their child because they are estranged. Sometimes, it… Read More »
Steps to Take After Losing Someone You Love
Moving through your grief after someone you love passes away is one of life’s hardest experiences. In the following days, weeks, and months, families in Florida are often left wondering what will happen next from a legal standpoint. Knowing what basic steps are involved when settling your loved one’s estate can help during this… Read More »
The Importance of Updating Your Estate Plan When Going Through a Divorce
Divorce will impact every area of your life from where you live to the property you own and even the people you regard as family. While you have many things to consider when ending your marriage, reviewing your estate plan and making the necessary changes is one of the most important. Our New Port… Read More »
Drafting a Will That Cannot Be Contested
Many people feel very strongly about how they want their assets distributed, and other affairs managed, after they pass away. You may even want to disinherit certain family members entirely. In these instances, you may need to utilize other estate planning tools other than a will. When drafting your will, you also need to… Read More »
Is All Property Subject to Probate in Florida?
When a person passes away in Florida, their estate typically must go through the probate process. A person’s estate refers to the assets, as well as the liabilities, they owned at the time of their death. Probate is the process of administering that estate and distributing the assets among the beneficiaries and heirs of… Read More »
Can Beneficiaries Act as Personal Representative?
For many people, their beneficiaries are the main people they think of when they start estate planning. However, there are other many individual roles you must also think of. One of the most important of these is your personal representative. This individual has the responsibility of administering your estate after you pass away. Your… Read More »
Common Reasons for Will Contests in Florida
After losing a loved one, the last thing many families expect is a dispute to arise over the terms of the deceased’s will. Unfortunately, will contests are more common than people in Florida. When they occur, they can create unnecessary delays, stress, and uncertainty for everyone involved. If you are dealing with a will… Read More »
When is Ancillary Probate Required in New Port Richey?
Losing someone you love is one of the hardest things you will ever experience. However, when a family member passed away with property in another state, it can make things even more complex. This scenario can raise concerns about how their estate should be handled. Sometimes, the answer to that is ancillary probate. This… Read More »
Avoiding Guardianship Proceedings Using a Trust
Many people do not want to consider what would happen if they were suddenly unable to manage their own personal or financial affairs. Unfortunately, no one knows what the future holds and a sudden accident or illness can leave you unable to make decisions for yourself. In these cases, families sometimes have to go… Read More »
Should Married Couples Write Their Own Wills?
Many spouses talk to each other about what they would like to happen to their property after they pass away. This is particularly true as people start to get older. Many spouses share property, such as the marital home, and so they think that they can create a joint will. Other couples often worry… Read More »