Probate

Although probate has the reputation as something that should be prevented or avoided, the reality is that is process is often needed. In some cases, it is the only way to properly distribute assets from an estate in Florida and elsewhere. Still, the probate process...

Trustees assume a very distinct role in the estate planning process. Legally, they must abide by not only the directives establish by the trust’s owner, but also the duties established by law in the interests of the trust’s assets and its beneficiaries. In addition to...

Florida residents going through the probate process often have many questions. The process may seem complicated and burdensome. Although there are various steps and requirements, having guidance can be helpful. Even with everything under control, one of the biggest...

Many of our readers in Florida may be unfamiliar with the probate process. In short, it is the legal process of marshaling a person’s assets upon death, and then settling debts, paying taxes and distributing what remains to heirs and beneficiaries. In many cases, the...

Here’s the most basic point about probate: people usually try to make sure that their estate will avoid it as much as possible. Why? Well, the probate process can oftentimes be expensive and time-consuming, and likely seems like an unnecessary step to most heirs and...

By now our readers in Florida probably understand how important it is to have a comprehensive estate plan in place. For many people, their estate plan will include a will, among a variety of other documents. If an estate plan does include a will, that will is going to...