Depending on the situation, there are steps that you can take to mitigate and even avoid the stresses of probate litigation. In probate cases, advance communication can make the process of [...]
In Latin, “per stirpes” means “by class/stock,” and “per capita” means “by head.” In the process of estate planning and the administration of a will, these terms play a key role. The best way to [...]
“TBE” stands for “Tenancy by Entirety,” which is a special form of joint ownership between spouses wherein property is not held individually, but collectively by the married couple. Thus, [...]
Yes. Florida’s Probate Code establishes the exact order of priority when it comes to repaying claims against the estate. Costs of administration (i.e. expenses incurred in the process of [...]
In this series of blog posts, we define esoteric legal terms and explain how they are used in law. “Lex loci rei sitae” is a Latin phrase literally meaning, “the law where the property is [...]
These are rare, but this scenario can occur: Florida has a “slayer statute” to address it. Should a named beneficiary kill the testator, Florida law prohibits the killer from inheriting the [...]
Under Florida law, a court order is required to access and remove the contents of a safety deposit box of the deceased, unless the box is jointly owned. This can create a hurdle for the loved [...]
Yes, it is possible that a person with dementia may be found to have testamentary capacity, depending on the circumstances surrounding the execution of the Will. Indeed, Florida law presumes that [...]
Essentially, a Will caveat is an objection to a Will. A Will caveat provides an individual with the ability to present evidence that some aspect of a Will makes it legally invalid. Once the [...]
In order to correct a death certificate, you must submit a request to the Bureau of Vital Statistics in Florida. This request must include the following documents: an Application For Amendment To [...]
