Category Archives: Summary Administration
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 »
Frequently Asked Questions About Summary Administration in Florida
After a loved one passes away, their surviving family members are left with the challenging task of determining what to do with their house, vehicle, and other property. If the deceased’s assets are valued at $75,000 or more, family members typically have to go through a process known as formal administration. On the other… Read More »
What are the Benefits and Drawbacks of Summary Administration in Florida?
The probate process in Florida is one that can be very time-consuming. However, it does not always have to be this way. Summary administration is a simplified version of the probate process and while it has many benefits, there are also certain drawbacks. These are explained in further depth below. Benefits of Summary Administration … Read More »
Steps in the Summary Administration Process
Probate is a court-supervised process that occurs after a person passes away so their estate can be administered and property can be distributed to beneficiaries. Many people assume that probate is a lengthy process and truthfully, sometimes it is. Many estates, though, qualify for summary administration, a process that may only take a couple… Read More »
FAQs About Summary Administration Probate in Florida
After a loved one passes away, no family wants to go through a long and drawn-out probate process. Fortunately, this does not always have to happen. Smaller estates may be eligible for summary administration probate. However, this type of proceeding is not always practical and it is also not for everyone. For this reason,… Read More »