Monthly Archives: September 2022
Two Ways To Disprove Undue Influence
Wills and trusts are important form the basis of numerous estate plans. While they are important legal documents, they can also be challenged in probate court. If certain people can successfully challenge a will or trust, they may be able to receive part of the estate even if they are not named as beneficiaries…. Read More »
Are Holographic Wills Valid In Florida?
Most of the time, people will seek out the help of an attorney when they are drafting their last will and testament. However, there are times when a person simply writes out their last wishes and calls the document their will. Handwritten wills are known as holographic wills, and they are not legal in… Read More »
Understanding The Differences Between Wills And Trusts
Many people who are considering creating an estate plan have heard the terms “will” and “trust” before. Still, not everyone understands the differences between these two important components of an estate plan. While there are similarities between these two important legal documents, there are also important differences. Below, our St. Petersburg wills lawyer explains… Read More »
Steps To Take After Being Appointed Executor
Being appointed the executor of another person’s estate is a big responsibility. An executor is the person appointed by a decedent in their last will and testament. The role of the executor is to oversee the estate as it moves through the probate process. The purpose of probate is to identify the decedent’s assets,… Read More »