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Can You Disinherit a Child in Florida?
Florida gives surviving spouses protections that adult children generally do not receive. A surviving spouse may have elective share and homestead rights despite what a...
Convenience Accounts vs. Joint Accounts in Florida
Florida law generally presumes that an account held in two or more names includes a right of survivorship. That presumption applies unless the account documents...
Florida Summary Administration vs. Formal Administration
Florida doubled the asset threshold for summary administration from $75,000 to $150,000 as of July 1, 2026. The change makes more estates eligible for Florida’s...
What to Do When a Co-Beneficiary Disputes the Will in Florida
Finding out that a sibling, cousin, or another heir is contesting the will you were named in changes the entire probate experience overnight. One day...
How the Florida Probate Process Works for Out-of-State Heirs
Only about a third of Florida’s current residents were actually born in the state. A large share of the people who pass away owning property...
What to Do in the First 30 Days After Losing a Loved One in Florida
Grief and paperwork arrive at the same time. That is the reality most families face after a loss, and it is one of the hardest...
Why Some Estates Get Stuck in Probate (and How to Avoid Costly Delays)
If you are reading this, you are probably dealing with something harder than a legal process. Someone you loved has died, and now there is...
Executor Duties Explained: What You’re Legally Responsible For in Florida
Being named as an executor is both an honor and a serious responsibility. It means someone trusted you to handle their final affairs—protect their assets,...
Common Probate Disputes in Florida and How Lawyers Help Resolve Them
Losing a loved one is already hard. When disagreements arise during the probate process, they can quickly grow into something much more difficult to manage....
What Happens If Someone Dies Without a Will?
When someone passes away without a will, the State of Florida has a specific set of laws, known as “intestate succession,” that determines who receives...
Medicaid Planning vs. “Just Apply”: The Hidden Reasons Applications Get Delayed or Denied
Many Florida residents believe they can simply fill out a form to receive long-term care benefits once they need help with daily living or nursing...
Why Do You Need a Lawyer for a Living Trust?
Creating a Florida living trust is an important step in comprehensive estate planning, offering benefits such as avoiding probate, maintaining privacy, and ensuring your assets...