Beginning July 1, 2026, significant Florida probate law changes took effect, bringing major updates to the Florida Probate Code. The new laws are designed to simplify the probate process, expand eligibility for Florida summary administration, increase small-estate thresholds, strengthen the authority of personal representatives, improve access to safe-deposit boxes, and provide probate courts with greater flexibility when appointing curators.
The 2026 amendments, enacted through CS/HB 1337 (Chapter 2026-57, Laws of Florida) and CS/HB 131 (Chapter 2026-85, Laws of Florida), represent some of the most important updates to Florida probate laws in years. These changes are expected to help many families settle estates more quickly, reduce administrative burdens, and improve the overall efficiency of the Florida probate process.
If you are the named personal representative in someone’s will or wish to be appointed personal representative of an estate, contact Bach, Jacobs, & Byrne, P.A. at (941) 906-1231.
