The days and weeks following the loss of a loved one can be overwhelming. Whether you are the personal representative or a member of the family, the first step is determining how to proceed with probate – the legal process by which the deceased’s estate will be distributed to their […]
Author: Ellis Law
The most common scenario where people seek help from a probate litigation lawyer is when there is a contest involving the will itself. This could be due to claims of undue influence, the validity of the will, or whether the decedent lacked testamentary capacity. However, there are other issues that […]
In order for a will to be considered valid, Florida law has several requirements such as the following: The will must be in writing It must be signed by the person making the will It must be signed by and in the presence of two witnesses If your will fails […]
You have no doubt seen the myriad options available online for do-it-yourself wills. For many people, this is an attractive option. It’s less expensive than meeting with a lawyer, and you can simply fill in the blanks rather than have an uncomfortable conversation with a relative stranger about your end-of-life […]