Probate

The probate procedures in every country are unique, and different inheritance laws can clash. Usually, when an individual dies leaving assets in multiple countries, it is necessary to obtain a [...]

Summary administration is a form of probate which is generally less time-intensive and less expensive than a full probate. Pursuant to the Florida Probate Code, the following conditions must be [...]

Yes, but with conditions. The Florida Probate Code states: “Any Will, other than a holographic or nuncupative Will, executed by a nonresident of Florida, either before or after this law takes [...]

Summary ancillary administration is a type of ancillary probate in Florida (as a reminder, ancillary probates are generally necessary when a nonresident of Florida dies leaving real property in [...]

Sometimes, there are other parties interested in the estate of a deceased person who are, for one reason or another, not in contact with the court-nominated personal representative of the estate. [...]

 In this series of blog posts, we define esoteric legal terms and explain how they are used in law. The word “fiduciary” has many meanings in law, but the Merriam-Webster definition ties together [...]

A fiduciary is an individual who has a duty to act in the best interests of another. There are many kinds of fiduciary relationships, but some of the most common are guardian-ward relationships, [...]

After an individual passes away, the personal representative of their estate is appointed by the court. The Florida Probate Code instructs personal representatives to promptly serve Notices of [...]

If the decedent has died “intestate” (without a Will), first-priority goes to the surviving spouse in the appointment of a personal representative. If the spouse is not qualified to serve as [...]

No, in Florida a Will cannot be challenged while the testator is still alive. The Florida Probate Code states clearly: “An action to contest the validity of all or part of a will or the [...]