Probate Litigation

Many Florida residents may wonder what happens to debts after someone dies. Are surviving children responsible for that debt, and can creditor claims be made on any inheritance that is passed on? Unfortunately, there is more than one answer to these questions.Yes,...

It's a pretty fair to say that most people would like to leave something behind for their family members when they die. Even though every financial situation is different, passing on an inheritance to loved ones is a strong desire for many Florida residents....

Planning a final estate, while time-consuming and sometimes difficult, is generally considered a necessity for everyone in Florida or elsewhere. It literally takes a lifetime to build an estate, and deciding what to do with it all in the event of death can be taxing....

Florida residents may be wondering whether their spouse is able to steal their Social Security payments. When a person is no longer capable of handling his or her own finances, a representative payee can manage the money, but they must use the funds for the benefit of...

In 2007, the state of Florida became the first state to implement the mandatory arbitration clauses in trust litigation contexts. The process of arbitration is often less costly, more private and faster than prolonged court disputes. Mandatory arbitration has been...

With more people retiring or relocating to Florida, fewer are taking the necessary steps to ensure their family's future with an estate plan. Though estate planning can be an essential part of setting up loved ones for a stable financial future, it is often difficult...

Of all the words associated with estate planning, probate carries one of the most negative connotations. Many Florida residents' views of probate are so gloomy that they set up their wills and estates in order to make every effort to avoid probate. Probate can be an...