Florida Probate
What is probate? Probate is the process by which the decedent’s assets are identified and gathered, presented to the Court,...
The Importance of Follow Through
Like all planning, estate planning also requires follow through. Trusts must actually be funded. Gifts must be received. Wills must...
Real Estate Transactions and Estate Planning
Real estate transactions and estate planning are not independent of each other. Estate planning documents often dictate how title will...
What is the Creditor’s period?
Florida law requires a formal probate for an Estate with assets over $75,000.00. Formal probate includes filing a Notice to...
Location matters for estate planning purposes
It’s true. Where you live, and die, can greatly affect the estate planning you have in place. Some states have...
How long does probate take?
We get asked this question all the time. The answer is complex. Every situation is different. Under Florida probate rules,...
Am I a Florida Resident?
Do you know how to answer this question? If not, you need to find out! Many factors can determine domicile...
Taxes by Robin A. Lloyd, Sr., J.D.
With a possibility of $3.5 Trillion in new government spending, it’s an attorney’s dream about the taxes that will generate...
Red File; Do you know what it is and do you have one?
Without careful planning, the time after you pass can be incredibly stressful for your loved ones. There is a lot...
In re: the Estate of
Determining where and how your assets (and debts) pass at death can be a complicated process. Under Florida law, if...