Category Archives: Probate and Trust Litigation
How To Prove Durable Power Of Attorney Abuse
When you draft a durable power of attorney you designate a person, known as your agent, to make decisions on your behalf in the event that you ever become incapacitated. Your agent will have control over your finances among other factors in your life, so it is imperative that you choose someone who is… Read More »
Common Causes Of Beneficiary Disputes
Even with the most thoughtful estate plan, disputes among beneficiaries can still arise after someone passes away. When a person dies without an estate plan, disputes among beneficiaries are even more likely. These disputes can sometimes require probate litigation to resolve, which can be lengthy and deplete the assets within an estate. Below, our… Read More »
What Does A Personal Representative Do?
Being appointed as the personal representative of an estate is a big responsibility. Hopefully, the person who designated you to oversee their estate has spoken to you about it before they passed away. Regardless of whether you were aware of the designation or not, seeking legal advice is important to ensure nothing is overlooked… Read More »
What Happens If Probate Is Not Filed In Florida?
After a person passes away, their estate must go through the probate process. While many people take certain steps to help their loved ones avoid the probate process, it is still quite often necessary. There are many important steps in probate, including validating the deceased’s will and distributing property to the beneficiaries. After a… Read More »
Frequently Asked Questions About Probate In Florida
Probate is a court-supervised process that involves administering the property of a deceased person. Many people have heard of the probate process, but they are unsure of everything it entails, how long it will take, and the costs associated with it. Below, our St. Petersburg probate and trust administration lawyer answers some of the… Read More »
How To Contest A Will In Florida
When a person creates a will, they outline their last wishes so they can be fulfilled after their passing. Still, there are times when certain people can contest, or challenge, the will. When contesting a will, you essentially ask the probate court to deem it void, throwing out a certain provision or the entire… Read More »
How To Object To Probate
When you are grieving the loss of a loved one, the last thing you want to do is deal with the court system. However, the law in Florida requires a decedent’s estate to pass through probate, which is a process that distributes the assets of the decedent. Sometimes, disputes can arise regarding the assets… Read More »
FAQs About Probate In Florida
When a person passes away, all or a portion of their estate must go through the probate process. Probate is a court-supervised process and it is one that is not always easily understood. To clear up any confusion, our St. Petersburg probate and trust administration lawyer outlines some of the most frequently asked questions… Read More »
In Florida, There Are Three Types Of Probate
Losing someone you love is one of the hardest things you will ever go through. During this difficult time, you should not have to worry about navigating the legal process for administering the estate they left behind. In Florida, the probate process can quickly become complex. For example, many people do not know that… Read More »
Common Misconceptions About Probate In Florida
It is a sad but true fact that most people have experienced the death of someone they care about or they know somebody who has been through the process of grieving a loved one and managing the deceased loved one’s legal affairs. Due to this, there are many misconceptions about the probate in Florida… Read More »