Blog posts in Estate Planning

A ladybird deed, also known as an enhanced life estate deed, is an important estate planning tool that can have several significant benefits. This ...

The first part of the Florida probate process involves the appointment of a representative to administer the estate of the decedent. Whether selected ...

As an estate planning attorney , I consult with many couples who seek to draft estate plans together to provide for their beneficiaries. When ...

This weekend, I found myself watching the movie “The Dark Knight”. I love all of the Batman movies, but there is a special place in my heart for this ...

In my practice, there have been an increasing number of cases where a personal representative cannot locate a family member or other beneficiary who ...

Disposition of Personal Property Without Administration in Florida If a decedent dies with assets of minimal value, his/her estate might qualify for a ...

It 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 ...

Upon an individual’s death, a legal entity called an “estate” is created which includes all of the property owned by the decedent. A personal ...

One of the questions that I get with some regularity concerns whether an individual or couple can put your home in a trust if a mortgage exists on the ...