When a loved one dies, most people assume that probate will take place in the state where that individual lived. And most of the time, that is the case. But if your loved one owned property or other assets in Florida, you may be surprised to learn that Florida may […]
The thought that someone may have hidden or destroyed a deceased loved one’s will can turn an already difficult situation into one that is overwhelming, confusing, and deeply troublesome. Still, it’s far more common than most people realize. When family members panic, act out of fear, or intentionally try to […]
You’ve likely heard it before: An irrevocable trust is “set in stone.” So have thousands of other Florida families who assumed that signing a trust meant giving up all control. After all, once it’s irrevocable, it’s irrevocable, right? That used to be true. But thanks to laws updated over the […]
In Florida estate and trust administration, it is not uncommon for the trustee to also be a beneficiary of the same trust. At first blush, this can seem like no big deal or even logical. After all, trustees are typically family members, and in many cases, those family members are […]