Inheritance dispute is a sensitive matter, one that brings emotions, memories, and, unfortunately, sometimes disputes to the forefront. In the midst of mourning and reflection, the last thing anyone wants is the added stress of legal battles over assets. Yet, a...
Category: Probate & Inheritance Law
Avoid Estate Plan Pitfalls: Strategies for a Smooth Probate Process
Estate planning can be a daunting process, but with around two-thirds of Americans without a will, it can leave your loved ones with a difficult role. Without putting any probate steps in place, they then have to handle your affairs while potentially unprepared...
Florida Civil Law Notary vs Notary Public: What’s the Difference?
While "legal documents" may not be the first thing that comes to mind when you wake up in the morning, every adult needs some legally binding contracts in their drawers. If you reside in Florida, a notary public or civil law notary authorized by the state needs...
When Probate Becomes an Inheritance Dispute
Inheritance disputes are less common than a lot of people assume, and only a small fraction of wills are contested. One reason for this is the potential cost. If the estate is small, the financial advantage of contesting a will could be negligible.
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Are Oral or Handwritten Wills Valid in Florida?
When a person dies intestate, the court appoints an executor who decides how to distribute the assets. Planning for your death by creating a will provides instructions for the executor on distributing assets, including specific items or the number of funds each...
Debunking Common Myths About the Probate Process
The average probate process costs an average of 3% to 8% of the estate's assets. Most people know that the probate process is costly without knowing exactly how much. It's one of the myths about the need for an estate to go to probate. Plenty of other myths...
Florida Law: What Happens if You Die Without a Will?
What if you die without a will? Where do your assets go? Gallup recently released statistics that 46% of U.S. adults have a will. Since 1990, the results of this study have been steady. Estate planning and creating a will is essential to you and the people you...
How Probate Affects Business Succession
Many people consider probate to be a four-letter word. This feeling is understandable, as the probate process in Florida is often lengthy, costly, and stressful. Despite the general negativity surrounding having an estate pass through probate, proper estate planning,...
What Happens to Unpaid Bills in Probate?
On average, Americans die with about $62,000 in debt.
What happens if your loved one passes away with unpaid bills? You might be worrying about how you'll deal with unpaid debts in probate.
Keep reading to find out all you need to know about unpaid bills...
What is Inheritance Litigation?
Since 67% of Americans have no estate plan, inheritance litigation is common among families of deceased individuals. In many cases, people will also contest a will or estate plans on other grounds like fairness and intention. This article will discuss inheritance...