Probate, the legal procedure for validating a deceased person's will, settling debts and distributing assets to heirs or beneficiaries, follows specific laws and regulations in Florida. These laws aim to ensure the process is fair and efficient. Gaining a solid...
Probate & Estate Administration
What happens if someone dies without a will in Florida?
Dying without a will, also known as intestate, can have significant consequences for your loved ones. In Florida, specific laws govern how your assets are distributed if you don't have a will in place. Understanding these rules is crucial to protecting your family's...
Why would someone challenge a will during probate?
In the aftermath of a loved one's death, the process of probate starts to take care of their assets. However, there are instances when the challenging of a will interrupts the peace of this legal procedure. This act, while not very common, is not unheard of....
What can make probate last longer?
Probate, the legal process of administering an estate after someone's passing, is often a task that demands time and attention. On top of that, certain factors can significantly extend the duration of probate proceedings. By shedding light on the complexities that...
How does a pour-over will work?
If you serve as an estate executor, you will carry out the last will and testament written by the decedent. However, wills come in various types and perform different functions. One uncommon kind of will is the pour-over will. This is an estate document that works in...
What may happen to assets discovered after probate?
It can be a great relief to complete your duties as an estate executor. However, sometimes the end of probate is not the final end of the inheritance process. It is possible to discover property later on, even after the closing of probate. In the event you find assets...
Who may contest a will during probate?
The probate process can be a high-tension time during which the court will confirm the validity of a will and administer the deceased's estate with assistance from a named executor. Tensions may flare further if a family member believes they have a reason to contest...
What is the importance of probate?
When you envision what steps you need to take in the time after a loved one or family member dies, your mind may go to their will and remaining assets. Going through probate when administering an estate is an important step to giving all the beneficiaries what the...
Are you ready to handle the deceased’s finances?
When you serve as the executor of the estate, you typically need to manage the deceased's finances. However, going through another person's financial records can often be difficult and you may not know where to start. In the immediate aftermath of a loved one's death,...
Understanding the importance of paying off creditors in probate
After a loved one dies in Florida, family members will have a great deal to consider. If the person had an estate plan, this can go a long way toward easing the legal process to settle their affairs. While many will be focused on how the assets are distributed among...
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