In formal probate, the surviving spouse and lineal heirs, whom the decedent was obligated to support, have a claim for a what is a called a family allowance described under Fla. Stat. §732.403. Under this statute, the spouse and heirs can file a petition to claim up to ...
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View MoreIn my practice, there have been an increasing number of cases where a personal representative cannot locate a family member or other beneficiary who ...
View MoreHappy Valentine’s Day! It’s the day to think of the one you love, or at least used to. When a relationship goes bad and you own property together, it ...
View MoreIf a decedent dies with assets of minimal value, his/her estate might qualify for a small informal probate process in Florida called Disposition ...
View MoreIt is common in my practice that clients come to see me without knowledge of whether a friend or loved one has made a will appointing a personal ...
View MoreUpon an individual’s death, a legal entity called an “estate” is created which includes all of the property owned by the decedent. A personal ...
View MoreAre you a Florida homeowner who does not quite know the extent of your rights and obligations under the state’s real estate laws ? Maybe you are ...
View MoreSafe Deposit Boxes provided by financial institutions are popular methods for individuals and families to store valuable documents, jewelry, and other ...
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