Category Archives: Probate Administration
Common Mistakes Made By Personal Representatives During Probate Administration
During probate administration, personal representatives play a critical role. It is their responsibility to manage the estate throughout the entire probate process. The duties of the personal representative include collecting and safeguarding the assets of the deceased, paying taxes and other debt, notifying beneficiaries and creditors, and distributing the remaining property in the estate… Read More »
How To Locate A Loved One’s Property After They Pass Away
There are many challenges that arise after losing someone you love. During this emotionally difficult time, there are also practical matters to tend to, including locating your loved one’s property. Identifying and locating your loved one’s assets is important so the estate can be handled in a timely manner and distributed quickly. Although locating… Read More »
FAQs About Probate In Florida
Probate is a court-supervised process that oversees the distribution of a person’s estate after they pass away. Although many people have heard of probate, they do not always have a full understanding of what it entails, what to expect, or other important aspects. As such, if they ever have to go through it, they… Read More »
Important Probate Timelines In Florida
It is no secret that probate can be a lengthy process in Florida. This is, in fact, one reason people use different strategies to help their loved ones avoid it after they pass away. However, while many people know that it is time-consuming, they do not know the timelines involved, or what happens during… Read More »
What Are The Different Types Of Probate In Florida?
It can be daunting to navigate the probate process, particularly when you are already going through a very difficult and emotional time. There are different types of probate in Florida and the process that is right for you will depend on the complexity of the estate, the value of property in the estate, and… Read More »
Understanding The Notice Of Administration
Losing someone you love is one of the hardest things you will ever go through. You and your loved ones are grieving and trying to adjust to a life without your other family member. At this time, it may seem confusing if you receive a Notice of Administration. You may not even think it… Read More »
Steps Personal Representatives Must Take During Probate
It is never easy to lose someone you love. Learning that you have been named personal representative can be even more overwhelming and stressful during this difficult time. Personal representatives have many legal obligations, particularly during the probate process. Understanding the steps involved can help ensure you know what to expect and make the… Read More »
How Missing Or Confusing Documents Can Impact Your Estate Plan
Ideally, after you pass away your estate will be administered and your property distributed without any mistakes or complications. Unfortunately, there are many things that can go wrong during probate administration. If you have been diligent during your lifetime and created estate planning documents, they may be able to help your family avoid disputes… Read More »
What To Do After A Loved One Passes Away
The time after a loved one has passed away is extremely difficult. You will be grieving, trying to move forward with your life, and may be unsure of what steps to take next related to the passing. Below, our St. Petersburg probate administration lawyer outlines what to do next. Make Funeral and Burial Arrangements … Read More »
How Can A St. Petersburg Probate Administration Lawyer Help?
Probate is a legal process that is often necessary after a person passes away. If there is a will, the probate process will validate it before distributing the decedent’s estate in the appropriate manner. Probate can take anywhere from a couple of months to over a year, and the length of time really depends… Read More »