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How To Contest A Trust In Florida
Trusts are an important component of estate plans for many people. These legal documents have many benefits. Not only can they help your loved ones avoid probate, but they can also protect your property for them, as well as for yourself during your lifetime. Although drafting a trust holds these benefits for you and… Read More »
Consequences Of Not Filing Probate
After someone passes away, the property they owned during their lifetime usually must go through the probate process. There are ways to avoid probate but in many cases, it is still necessary. The probate process involves many important steps, such as proving the will of the deceased and distributing property to the beneficiaries named… Read More »
Selecting The Right Daytona Beach Estate Planning Lawyer
It is very important for all adults in Florida to have an estate plan in place. No one knows what will happen tomorrow and drafting an estate plan will not only protect your loved ones, but also you if you are ever unable to make important decisions for yourself. If you have considered creating… Read More »
Common Myths About Your Estate After You Pass Away
Estate planning is important for all adults in Florida. With a comprehensive estate plan, you can ensure that your loved ones are cared for and supported after you pass away. Unfortunately, there have been many myths and misconceptions that have emerged regarding estate planning over the years. It is critical that you do not… Read More »
Ensuring Your Will Is Valid In Florida
Many people in Florida write a will with the intention of helping their loved ones avoid the probate process. Unfortunately, a will alone does not avoid these legal proceedings. Unless a will has been self-proving, or notarized, a witness will have to appear in court and testify about its validity. After a judge has… Read More »
The Three Types Of Probate In Florida
Losing a loved one is one of life’s most difficult experiences. As you move through your grief, it is very challenging to navigate the legal process of administering your loved one’s estate. Unfortunately, the probate process in Florida can quickly become complicated. In fact, due to the fact that there is more than one… Read More »
Mistakes To Avoid When Creating A Trust
Revocable trusts are legal documents created by an individual, known as the grantor, during their lifetime to protect their property and outline how it is to be distributed upon their death. Trusts also name beneficiaries and these individuals receive the property within the trust upon the grantor’s death. When a trust is established, a… Read More »
Tips For Choosing A Guardian For Your Children
Many people understand that they should draft a will in order to ensure their property is distributed according to their wishes if they pass away. While this is an important purpose for wills, this legal document can also name a guardian for your minor children who will care for them if you and their… Read More »
Grounds For Contesting A Will In Florida
People create wills to express their wishes for their estate after they pass away. Wills can serve many purposes, including outlining how a person wants their property distributed upon their death and naming a guardian for their minor children. Still, not all wills are enforceable and individuals with an interest in the estate can… Read More »
Mistakes To Avoid When Estate Planning
For many people, it is easy to procrastinate when it comes to estate planning. Estate planning is also something that should never be rushed, as that can result in many mistakes. Even the smallest mistake made in your estate plan can undo all of your hard work and result in important documents being deemed… Read More »