When a will goes through the probate process and someone challenges its contents, they may do so because they believe the person who drafted the will was a victim of “undue influence.” Similarly, the concept of undue influence can arise in a number of...
Timeshares are a booming business in Florida. The industry recently experienced its ninth consecutive year of growth, making it abundantly clear that people in Florida and around the country have a vested interest in these investments. Timeshares are hotbeds...
If your Uncle Bob named you as his personal representative in his will, you must oversee which of his assets go through probate and which do not, now that your uncle has passed away. Once you read the will, you will know the extent of your uncle’s estate and how...
One of the most mysterious processes is probate. While it is a familiar term to many, it is not necessarily understood.When someone dies, whether there is a will or not, most states require the will go through probate court. While the process can take time, it does...
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...
Perhaps a close relative of yours recently passed away, and his estate must now go through the probate process.You are a beneficiary in the will. You have heard the term “interested person” in connection with probate, but what does this mean? ...
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...
It is a widespread belief that probate essentially takes forever to complete. But is this true? The truth is that the duration of the probate process depends on a variety of factors, including whether there is a will, the complexity of the assets, the number of...
The probate process can be a trying experience for anyone involved. Not only are you grappling with the grief over your lost loved one, but tensions can build as family members disagree over the handling of the estate.Probate disputes can drag out the length of time...
Estate planning in Florida is a vital form of financial planning for controlling the transfer of property and wealth within families. In this day and age, one cannot rely on verbal promises when death or incapacitation occurs. Grief has a way of bringing out negative...
Contact us today to schedule a consultation with one of our experienced attorneys.