Having a proper estate plan in place is vital, even for parties with limited assets. People work hard to establish their assets, and therefore have the right to determine what happens to those assets when they are gone.A proper estate plan must have an instrument in...
When a loved one passes away, the aftermath can be confusing and stressful. The probate process can leave you feeling uneasy and impatient. If you do not approve of how the personal representative handles the estate, you may wonder if it is possible to have the...
When your loved one or close confidante entrusts you with taking care of his or her affairs after passing on, you have a serious responsibility on your hands that requires careful consideration and attention to detail. Taking on the role of executor over...
The last thing you want is your family to squabble over your estate once you die. You do not want your relatives fighting over money and assets. Instead, you want the probate process to go as smoothly as possible. You must remember that probate litigation is...
Planning for the future is a smart decision on your part, and you have concluded that the first step is to draw up your will.Now you are beginning to think about naming an executor. What will the duties be? What kind of traits should this person have? In short,...
Losing a parent is one of the most difficult things you may ever go through, and learning to adjust to life without your mother or father can take considerable time and effort. In addition to the emotional toll losing a parent can take on you, things may become even...
When you draw up a will, you expect its provisions to be enforced after you pass. However, many Florida wills end up facing challenges by people dissatisfied with some provisions. The ensuing court battles often consume a large portion of the estate's assets....
Everyone should have an estate plan. With sufficient preparation, you can be assured that your effects will be distributed according to your wishes. In addition, you can minimize the taxes and expenses that are incurred when your assets are transferred to your...
Have you or a loved one put off writing a will because it simply seems too difficult a task? Creating standard wills can seem overwhelming, but it is not something that has to be or should be done alone. An experienced estate planning attorney in Florida can help with...
Whether one resides in Florida or elsewhere, there are numerous legal documents one might consider for end-of-life planning. There are so many, in fact, that some individuals may not understand why they might be important. Living wills are a good example. What is the...
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