Recent Blog Posts
Need an estate lawyer? Three times the answer is yes.
Is putting together an estate plan on your summer to-do list? If not, it should be. Putting together an estate plan is important to everyone, regardless of net worth. If you are uncertain about whether or not a plan can benefit you, ask yourself these three questions: Do you want to have a say… Read More »
Advanced estate planning can offer significant advantages
A good estate plan is essential for anyone who wants to have peace of mind over their assets and legacy. Starting with the basic building blocks such as a will, an estate plan can be either quite simple and direct, or more complicated and involved, depending on the testator’s situation and needs. More involved… Read More »
Preparing for baby? Three tips to get your finances in order.
Getting ready for a baby is an exciting and terrifying time. Putting together a crib and changing table prove to be bonding experiences of epic proportions for parents. This is true both with the emotional it’s-really-happening as well as the typical putting-together-furniture-is-so-frustrating issues. Amid these bonding experiences, you may find yourself having panic attacks… Read More »
What are some common reasons for challenging a will?
A will is supposed to contain the final legal wishes of the testator and most people gathered at a will reading believe that this is probably the case. However, there are always situations where an heir believes that the testator’s will isn’t valid, but believing this to be so is just not enough. Someone… Read More »
Car crash spike in Florida translates to higher insurance costs
Floridians are facing more than just steep temperatures this summer. A recent report by the Tampa Bay Times notes that the state has experienced an uptick in the number of car crashes. This increase in auto accidents has also translated to a jump in insurance costs. The former state Insurance Commissioner notes that accidents… Read More »
Prince’s estate may owe more than it’s worth
Estate planning is more than just determining who gets what. This legal process can also be used to help reduce the taxes imposed on your estate. A failure to put together a plan leaves your estate at the mercy of the government – which can lead to steep tax bills. How steep? In short,… Read More »
There can be both benefits and risks with a living trust
A living trust can be a solid addition to a testator’s estate plan. But this kind of estate planning tool is not for everyone in Florida, and it’s important to understand that this kind of trust offers both advantages and disadvantages. So here is a brief look at some of the benefits and risks… Read More »
Estate planning and divorce: One step to protect your children
It is rare that anything in law can be done with one step. Thankfully, when it comes to safeguarding your children’s financial future after a divorce, one relatively simple step can make a big difference. In fact, it isn’t even that painful – and as an added bonus, it is also an important step… Read More »
The importance of legal help in probate litigation in Florida
One of the more difficult situations that families will face in Florida has to do with probate issues and the possibility of litigation. It might seem untoward to have to move forward with a legal filing based on these circumstances, but there are times when it is absolutely necessary to protect those involved with… Read More »
What strategies can help retirees preserve more of their wealth?
A solid estate plan can do more than help the beneficiaries of an individual’s estate. Estate planning can also help the testator preserve more of their assets once they retire. That’s because estate planning experts recognize many of the common pitfalls in this area. They also know many strategies that can help a testator… Read More »
