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What Happens if You Die Without a Will in Florida?

You may be surprised just how many people die without a Will in Florida every year. Or maybe you are wondering what happens to their assets and debts after their death. This blog will explain what happens if you die without a Will, how the Florida pr… Read More
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What to Do if You Are a Trustee and Get a Letter From a Beneficiary’s Attorney

If you have been named the trustee for a loved one’s irrevocable or testamentary trust, you may find yourself with a lot of responsibilities you were not fully prepared for. Especially when the beneficiaries are your friends and family, it can be h… Read More
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Categories: Trusts
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What to Expect in a Trust Contest Lawsuit

A trust is designed to control the distribution of a person’s assets and properties, often while minimizing or eliminating court involvement. But sometimes a trust contest lawsuit is necessary to interpret that grantor’s wishes, or protect their… Read More
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Categories: Trusts
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What is a Last Will and Testament in Florida?

Many Florida residents have a romantic view of the reading of a deceased person’s Last Will and Testament in front of the collected family, all of whom are surprised by the inheritances they receive. While formal readings are no longer common, a Wi… Read More
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What to Do if You Are Being Sued Over Your Inheritance

Lawsuits between family members are some of the hardest to endure. Even if you win, your relationship with your family will be affected. Losing could bring with it substantial financial consequences. So what can you do if you are being sued over your… Read More
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Categories: Probate
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Failure to Make Reasonable Provision For Dependents

What can you do if the person you depended on for your financial needs and care dies unexpectedly? Even if you anticipate receiving an inheritance, the money you receive could be tied up in court for months, or even more than a year. The failure to m… Read More
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Categories: Probate
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A Guide to Probate Fraud Litigation

Probate litigation often depends on the contents of your loved one’s Will or trust. But what happens when the document itself is the problem? Probate fraud and forgery can keep you from receiving the inheritance your loved one intended. Find out wh… Read More
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Categories: Litigation, Probate
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The Impact of Digital Assets on Estate Planning and Litigation

Nearly everyone owns digital assets these days, from email accounts to online cloud storage of files and photos, to cryptocurrency and NFTs. Some of these assets can hold great sentimental or even financial value to a person’s loved ones after thei… Read More
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Categories: Estate Planning
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5 Common Inheritance Disputes

Inheritance disputes between siblings and other family members can strain family relationships and set everyone on edge. When family members can’t agree on how a loved one’s estate will be divided, it can sour everyone’s memory of their past re… Read More
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Tips to Create A Florida Will that Cannot be Contested

You may have strong feelings about the way you want your affairs handled after your death. You may believe (rightfully) that an heir will not handle their inheritance well, or that a spouse or family member should not receive a share of your assets.… Read More
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Categories: Probate, Trusts