Florida Will and Trust Contests Part I: An Overview
Florida Will and Trust Contests Part I: An Overview Unfortunately a testator’s last wishes or estate plan can be simply eviscerated though the actions of unscrupulous characters in their lives. …
Removing a Personal Representative in Florida
We hear from many heirs and beneficiaries who are unhappy with the administration of their Probate for a variety of reasons. In Florida, as an heir or beneficiary, or any…
How to Get out of Default in Florida
For most people being sued is a terrible and stressful event. Sometimes, rather than facing the uncertainty head on, people fail to do anything at all. In Florida, the failure to…
Federal and Florida Estate Tax Considerations for Probate
Death and Taxes, famously inevitable and often quite brutal on the un-seasoned Florida executor or Personal Representative dealing with a probate. In this article we provide a brief overview of…
A Step by Step Guide to Florida Collections
Here is a common scenario, you have fought the good fight, gone through litigation, obtained a Judgment from a Judge or Jury and you won! Congratulations. Now the Defendant should…
Collecting Your Foreign (Out of State) Judgment in Florida
In previous posts we have provided an overview regarding the collection process in Florida. You can access that article by clicking here. This article will explain Florida’s Enforcement of Foreign…
Dealing With Missing Beneficiaries or Heirs in Florida Probate
Frequently we deal with Florida Probates where an heir or a beneficiary is unable to be found. If you have a Florida Probate Administration where a beneficiary or an heir…
Understanding the Statute of Limitations for Foreclosure
A statute of limitations sets the time frame upon which a cause of action may be brought. Typically, Florida Statute Chapter 95 sets forth the statute of limitations periods. Foreclosure,…
Foreclosure and Property Insurance Claims
I have recently encountered several homeowners struggling with the foreclosure process and a battle with their homeowners’ insurance company at the same time. If you have monies from your insurer…
The Florida Rules of Intestate Succession
When thinking about your estate planning options, it is important to know the backdrop upon which your decisions will be made. If you die without a will, the State of…