Estate Planning

You understand the value of estate planning. These preparations protect your family and your legacy. However, like so many other important areas of life, your estate plans need regular maintenance to serve their intended purpose. Consider the times when it is a good...

Divorce can bring about major life changes, including financial and familial arrangements. Amidst the emotional upheaval, it is important to address practical matters, including your estate plan. Revisiting and revising your estate plan during a divorce ensures that...

Estate planning ensures your loved ones understand your wishes after your passing, but safeguarding minor children or vulnerable adults requires additional considerations. In Florida, appointing a guardian through your will becomes important. However, the process may...

Probate is a mechanism for the orderly distribution of a deceased person's assets. It can also settle the affairs of a person. It serves several important purposes, ensuring a fair and transparent transition of property and responsibilities. Asset distribution and...

Creating wills and estate plans used to be a task many associated with older generations. However, a growing trend is emerging among young Americans who are recognizing the importance of having these legal documents in place. Several factors are contributing to this...

The Florida Courts reported 161,142 probate filings in the 2021-2022 fiscal year. This number represents only the number of people whose estates went through this process and not the number of people who actually died during that time because not every estate goes to...

When someone passes away, many important tasks need to take place to ensure their wishes come to pass and their estate settles properly. The executor of a will plays an integral part in caring for an estate during this time. If you are drafting your will in Florida,...

If you have a loved one who recently died, you probably do not want probate to last longer than necessary. The time period of closing an estate can vary. Sometimes probate drags out for months or even over a year. By understanding different factors that affect the...

When considering your estate plan in Florida, you may wonder if you should use a trust or a will. These are both fundamental elements of estate planning, and each has its unique benefits and potential drawbacks. To make an informed decision, it is vital to understand...

Trusts can provide value to your estate plan and help you exert some control over the use of your assets. A trustee is the person in charge of overseeing a trust. You will want to think carefully about who you appoint as a trustee. Picking someone reliable and...