Author Archives: Site Administrator
Those facing probate litigation may want legal advice
When a person in Florida loses a loved one they experience a wide range of emotions. Whether their loved one’s life was cut short at a young age, or whether their loved one lived well into their elder years, it is never easy when a loved one dies. Sadness can overwhelm a person during… Read More »
Trust administration may be best left to professionals
When a person in Ft. Myers creates an estate plan, he or she may have chosen a successor trustee, a health care agent and an executor of their estate. These are all important roles that could make the difference between an estate plan that runs smoothly both during the person’s lifetime and after their… Read More »
Don’t make these mistakes when creating a will
There is more to estate planning than meets the eye. If you assume that one decision is as good as the next, you may find yourself making a mistake that puts you and your family in a difficult position. Fortunately, it’s easier today than ever before to create a will. Not only is there… Read More »
Do you need to alter your will?
Once you create a will, you hope that it can remain the same until the day you pass away. While this holds true for some people, others soon realize that they need to make changes to their estate plan. Tip: If you come to the conclusion that you should alter your will, this is… Read More »
How can estate planning can address both life and death wishes?
Some people in Ft. Myers may have created a will, and then considered their estate plan is complete. Others may be so intimidated by the thought of estate planning that they haven’t started at all. However, a well-rounded estate plan encompasses more than just a will. It encompasses all the documents a person needs… Read More »
Add a health care power of attorney to your estate plan
As you create an estate plan, it’s easy to turn all your attention to your assets and debts. For example, you’re primarily concerned with ” who gets what” when you pass away. While there is no denying the importance of creating a will or trust, there are other estate planning documents that are every… Read More »
Estate planning for the care of your furry friends
Whether one owns a dog, a cat or any other furry companion, pets provide unconditional love in our lives. Floridians who have gone through the estate planning process may have given very careful and thorough thought to their family members’ needs after they pass away. However, Floridians should not neglect to address their pet’s… Read More »
Is a special needs trust right for your loved one?
Estate planning can be a complicated thing, especially when you want to provide for an individual with special needs. Our country’s tax laws and government assistance programs often work against each other if careful plans are not made in advance. Leaving assets to someone with special needs can create a bit of a paradox… Read More »
Can a person in Florida disinherit their spouse or child?
Family dynamics can be complicated, especially if a person in Florida tries to disinherit a relative. The reason for the disinheritance aside, it is important to know that there are some laws that override a person’s will. This may be the case for a decedent’s surviving spouse and children. If the decedent is survived… Read More »
My dad’s estate is going into probate: What should I expect?
If your parent recently died in Florida, the estate will likely need to go through the probate process. In the vast majority of probate cases, the process will be uncontested. However, if there is a disgruntled family member, a contestation is possible. In this case, you may need to take legal action to protect… Read More »
