You are free to disinherit your children in your estate plan if you would like to do so. You can do it for any reason or for no reason at all.One thing to remember, however, is that a lack of clarity can lead to estate disputes. It's best to be open and honest with...
Probate & Estate Administration Law Blog
Navigating ancillary probate in Florida
After losing a loved one, the prospect of navigating probate can be daunting – all the more so when they owned property in multiple states. It’s a common scenario in Florida, where many people own vacation properties. Frequently, their primary residence is in...
Seeking guardianship over a disabled sibling or declining parent
Guardianship can have several different meanings. One of the most common forms of guardianship involves a non-parental adult stepping in to care for a child after the death of their parents or the state's revocation of their parents' authority. However, guardianship...
Precious assets? Make sure they’re accounted for
You have plenty of assets, but you have found that the items you're most concerned about don't truly have that much value. These sentimental items are important to you.Whether it's something like a military award or as simple as your childhood toy, you can still...
A quitclaim deed can help you give property to a loved one
There is more to a piece of property than its utility. As families create memories there, they develop a value beyond dollar signs and market estimates. Whether it’s a long-held home, a treasured piece of land or even a vacation condo, how can you ensure a...
Should you file a quiet title action before you list a property?
Listing real estate for sale can be a stressful, protracted process. Between showings and signings, there is so much to worry about and handle. You probably want to maximize how much you can make on the sale while also minimizing the last-minute investments and work...
How a domesticated foreign judgment might be enforced
Imagine you are part of a lawsuit in New York or California, and at the conclusion, you receive a significant monetary judgment. But the case took a long time to resolve, and the defendant has since moved to Florida. All their assets are now in the Sunshine...
How job loss can impact divorce proceedings
Divorce can come with plenty of financial setbacks. But when one partner loses their job amidst the separation, it can cause significant stress and anxiety for everyone involved. The loss of a job can create a sense of financial uncertainty, as some may not know when...
What is a probate dispute?
Probate disputes arise when beneficiaries disagree about the management of the estate after someone's passing -- usually a parent. These disputes can take a lot of time and resources to solve, and they are one reason that it is wise for people to be as specific as...
What debts must you pay while handling someone’s estate?
Serving as the administrator of someone else's estate is in some ways an honor, but it is also often very stressful. You will have to fulfill financial and legal obligations on behalf of your deceased loved one while also dealing with the demands and wishes of their...
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