Serving as a personal representative in Florida carries significant responsibilities that require diligence, integrity, and an understanding of probate law. The role is both an honor and a serious obligation. Understanding the duties and potential pitfalls, as explained by a Florida probate lawyer, can help ensure the estate is administered properly. Under Florida law, a […]
When a loved one passes away, family members are often left wondering what happens next, especially when it comes to handling the person’s estate. Probate can feel overwhelming, particularly if you have never been through it before. Many families ask the same question: “How long does probate take in Florida?” The answer depends on […]
When someone creates a trust, the trust-maker intends for his or her assets to pass to their beneficiaries in a controlled, private, and effective manner. But after the trust-maker (often called the “settlor” or “grantor”) passes away or becomes incapacitated, managing and distributing the trust’s assets is no small matter. That process is called trust […]
Many individuals want to avoid probate, and therefore they create a trust and appoint a family member to handle their estate upon their death. However, many of the family members who are appointed have no idea how to handle a trust administration and fail to properly administer the estate causing anxiety on the part of […]
Government Aid for Seniors As aging adults become older, it gets harder to take care of the bills, stay healthy, and eat nutritious foods. Thankfully, government programs are available to help many elderly. While various programs can help senior citizens with tight finances, they don’t cover all seniors, and they may only cover small fractions […]
You worked hard all your life and amassed a decent estate to leave to your heirs and beneficiaries. Yet, you have some real concerns about one of your heirs. You love them dearly and want to provide for them after you’re gone. But one heir is quite ill-suited to manage their inheritance. That became evident […]
It might sound unusual, but many in Ormond Beach that get a divorce feel surprised by the strength of their emotions throughout the process. Even in marriages filled with anger and hostility, spouses often feel regretful when it ends. When unexpected feelings arise during a Florida divorce, it can affect your decision-making. If these emotions […]
Parents who split up still have to work together to make sure that their children still have the care they need. Co-parenting is one model for doing this. It enables both parents to be very involved with their children regularly. They become a team that shares the common goal of helping the kids thrive. In […]
Most people hope to avoid living in a nursing home when they get older, but it is a necessity for many. Requiring around-the-clock care because of medical conditions and even simple mobility restrictions often means that people eventually give up their independent lifestyle for the support of a nursing home facility. Even if you have […]
If you pass on and leave a will dictating how you would like your estate to be distributed, someone has to deposit the will and probate. Probate is a court process that approves the will and makes sure that your wishes are carried out. However, it is sometimes best to avoid the whole probate process […]
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