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Your Most Recent Will May Not Be Your “Last” Will
A last will and testament is an estate planning document specifying who you wish to receive your property upon your death. If you die intestate—that is, without leaving a will—your property will pass to your next-of-kin in accordance with Florida law. Your property may also pass intestate if your will is found invalid by… Read More »
How Should I Revoke a Will or Trust?
A will or trust is not set in stone, at least as long as you are alive. As your Florida estate planning needs change throughout your lifetime, you may wish to revise or revoke prior estate planning documents. It is important to make your intentions to revoke a will or trust as clear as… Read More »
Should I Use a Will or a Trust for My Estate Planning?
One of the most basic estate planning decisions you need to make is whether to rely on a will or a trust as the principal means of disposing of your assets. Every person’s financial and family situation is different, so there is not a single correct approach. Indeed, while people sometimes speak of the… Read More »
Probate Administration After the Death of a Loved One
It occurs to many people to consider estate planning; people generally know the benefit of setting up a trust or writing a will. However, the probate process is not as clear or well understood. When a loved one dies, even if the deceased had a will, family members or close friends may be confused… Read More »
Contesting a Will in Florida
When a loved one dies, surviving family members and friends can be overwhelmed with grief. At the same time, they are often required to deal with a number of matters, including funeral and burial arrangements, life insurance, and estate administration. Dealing with estate administration for a loved one can be difficult under the best… Read More »