How Does a Divorce Affect Florida Estate Planning?
With the divorce rate of marriages in the United States reaching around 50%, divorce may often be an important part of estate planning. One consideration in how a divorce could affect your estate plan is whether you created and entered into a prenupt...
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Is Your Probate Estate Testate or Intestate?
When a Person dies in the State of Florida, it must be determined if there is an estate that will proceed through probate, and whether the estate is testate or intestate. An estate is testate when the person who died, had a legally valid Will that is...
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Can You Name a Minor as a Beneficiary in Your Florida Estate Plan?
Minors can be named as a beneficiary in your estate plan. However, they cannot legally own or take possession of the property until they reach the age of majority. The age of majority in Florida is eighteen (18) years of age. When property is left t...
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Selecting the right Attorney when you are the Designated Personal Representative
If you are accepting the responsibility of acting as a Personal Representative, you will want to seek the assistance of an experienced and knowledgeable probate and estate attorney. Often, you may obtain referrals from family, co-workers, acquaintanc...
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When is a Florida Summary Administration Appropriate?
Summary Administration is a form of Florida probate that does not require the appointment of a Florida Personal Representative. A Florida Summary Administration typically takes less time, and expense than a Formal Administration. Pursuant to Florida...
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The Rights of a Beneficiary in Florida Probate Administration
The beneficiary of a Florida estate being administered in Florida has certain rights pursuant to the applicable Florida Laws in the Florida Probate Code and the Florida Probate Rules. The most crucial rights of a beneficiary are: (1) the right to be ...
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