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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What Happens In a Florida Probate When the Original Will Cannot Be Located
Consider this scenario, your Father died, and you cannot locate the original of his Last Will and Testament. You think that the original has been lost or misplaced. You Father never expressed to you or anyone else any intention to revoke or change hi...
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What are some of the Expenses of Opening and Maintaining an Adult Guardianship in Florida?
Petitioning a Court to become the guardian of an adult can sometimes be a costly process. Many clients are surprised when they find out just how expensive becoming the guardian of a loved one can be. Not only are there Court costs that must be paid, ...
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