The Florida Bar states: “Depending upon the facts of the situation, any of the following may have a role to play in the probate administration of the decedent’s estate: Clerk of the circuit court in the county in which the...
The Florida bar states: “A will is a writing, signed by the decedent and witnesses, that meets the requirements of Florida law. In his or her will, the decedent can name the beneficiaries whom the decedent wants to receive the...
The Florida bar states: “Probate administration only applies to probate assets. Probate assets are those assets that the decedent owned in his or her sole name at death, or that were owned by the decedent and one or more co-owners...
I was honored to be mentioned in the Florida Times Union for my award as part of the 2014 Class of Leaders in the Law by the Florida Association of Women Lawyers in Orlando in June.
The Florida Bar states: “Probate is necessary to pass ownership of the decedent’s probate assets to the decedent’s beneficiaries. If the decedent left a valid will, unless the will is admitted to probate in the court, it will be ineffective...
I am asked all the time why a person needs a Will. The Florida Bar states: “1. You decide who gets your property instead of the law making the choice for you.2. You may name the personal representative (executor) of...
“May the road rise to meet you.May the wind be always at your back.May the sun shine warm upon your face.And rains fall soft upon your fields.And until we meet again,May God hold you in the hollow of His hand.”
A common question I am asked is how is a Will beneficial or what can be accomplished by a Will? The Florida Bar states:“1. You decide who gets your property instead of the law making the choice for you.2. You...
The Florida Bar states: “It depends on the facts of each situation; some probate administrations take longer than others. For example, the personal representative may need to sell real estate prior to settling the probate estate, or to resolve a...
A common question I get is “What is a Personal Representative and what does the Personal Representative do?” The Florida Bar states “The personal representative is the person, bank, or trust company appointed by the judge to be in charge...
