Category Archives: Probate & Guardianships
Objections During Probate
Losing someone you love is one of the hardest things you will ever go through. During this difficult time, the last thing you want to worry about is dealing with the court system. When someone passes away, though, their estate must go through the probate process, which is supervised by the courts. During probate,… Read More »
Tips For Choosing A Personal Representative
You will have to make many important decisions when planning your estate. Most of these will pertain to how your property is distributed upon your death. Your personal representative will be responsible for ensuring property is distributed properly to your beneficiaries and so, it is important to give great consideration to the person you… Read More »
FAQs About Florida Probate
Probate is the process of administering a person’s estate, under court supervision, after they have passed away. Many people have heard about probate at one point in their lives, but they are still unfamiliar with it until a loved one passes away. It is only at this time when they have to go through… Read More »
The Benefits And Drawbacks Of Probate
After you pass away, all of the property you own, including your home, personal possessions, and other assets will have to go through the probate process. Many people draft legal documents such as revocable trusts to help their loved ones avoid probate. This is due to the fact that probate has gotten a reputation… Read More »
Understanding The Notice Of Administration
After someone you love passes away, you may receive a Notice of Administration from the probate court in Florida. At this time, you are likely still grieving the loss of your loved one, and you may just be trying to move forward without them in your life. The last thing you may be thinking… Read More »
How To Close An Estate In Florida
If you have been acting as a personal representative, you understand what a demanding position it is. You must collect assets, pay creditors, and handle a myriad of other duties related to estate administration. Now maybe, you are at the final stage which requires you to formally close out the estate. This last phase… Read More »
What Responsibilities Do Personal Representatives Have?
Perhaps someone you love has asked if you would take on the role of being their personal representative if they pass away. Or, maybe someone has just passed and you have learned they designated you for this role, or maybe the court has appointed you to the position. In any case, what does this… Read More »
When Can Creditors File A Claim Against An Estate?
After a person passes away, creditors can make claims against their estate to recover any debt the decedent owed them. This is done during the probate process. Before a creditor can make a claim, though, they must be notified of the death. There are important deadlines for any creditor that wants to file a… Read More »
Steps To Take After A Loved One Passes Away
Losing someone you love is one of the hardest things you will ever go through, even if the death was expected. During your time of grief, there are also many important steps to take and it is not always easy to know what these are. If you have lost someone, you may need legal… Read More »
How To Create An Estate Inventory In Florida
Settling the estate of a loved one can be an arduous process. If you have taken on the role of personal representative, one of your first tasks will be to gather the assets of the deceased, value them, and create an inventory. Under state law in Florida, you only have 60 days to submit… Read More »