A last will and testament is an essential document in the process of probating the estate of someone who passed away. However, what happens if the last will goes astray? Occasionally, people can lose the original document or did not preserve it as they should. In...
Nowadays, technology permits us to sign documents without even touching the paperwork electronically. In most situations, people use copies of several documents for the same effect as the original pieces. However, when submitting a will to the probate court, the...
Estate planning is crucial for any individual who wants to ensure his/her property and assets will be put in the right hands upon their death. One of the main aspects of an optimal estate plan is to avoid or mitigate as much as possible the effects of probate. In...
One of the elements that makes a trust agreement vital is its ability to help you avoid guardianship proceedings. When the time comes that you suffer from an accident, become ill, or become incapable of making decisions for yourself, the Florida court is responsible...
In Florida, the traditional form of probate is the formal administration, which starts with a petition to open the estate and an appointment of a personal representative (also known as executor). On the other hand, summary administration is a type of probate that...
Florida is one of the hottest markets for individuals who want to acquire vacation homes and rental apartments. However, anyone living out of the state owning some type of real estate investment in the Sunshine State must be aware of the process of ancillary probate. ...
