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Monthly Archives: April 2022

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How The “Order Of Preference” Can Affect The Administration Of A Florida Probate Estate

By Mark R. Manceri, P.A. |

In making a will, a person is generally free to name anyone they wish as the personal representative (executor) of their estate. When there is no will, however, Florida law determines the “order of preference” for the probate court to follow in appointing a personal representative. Normally the surviving spouse–if any–has priority, followed by… Read More »

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Does Florida Law Actually Bar A Killer From Inheriting Their Victim’s Estate?

By Mark R. Manceri, P.A. |

A popular trope in crime fiction is the spouse who kills their significant other “to collect the insurance money.” In reality, of course, you cannot legally profit off someone’s death when you caused that death. Most states, including Florida, have what is known as a “slayer statute” to address such situations. Florida’s statute states… Read More »

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When Is A Florida Power Of Attorney Invalid?

By Mark R. Manceri, P.A. |

A power of attorney is a written, signed document whereby one person–a principal–grants certain authority to an agent to take some action on their behalf. Any legally competent adult may sign a power of attorney. By default, the power of attorney remains in effect only while the principal remains competent. That is to say,… Read More »

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Do I Have To Physically Destroy My Will To Revoke It?

By Mark R. Manceri, P.A. |

Making a will is often not a one-time event. As your family and financial situation changes throughout your life, you will likely find yourself wanting to revoke your existing will and, hopefully, writing a new one. So how do you go about legally revoking a will in Florida? Do you actually have to physically… Read More »

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Do Stepchildren Have Inheritance Rights In Florida?

By Mark R. Manceri, P.A. |

Many people marry more than once or have children from different relationships. Such blended families can create complications when it comes to estate planning and probate matters. Some people decide to include their stepchildren in their will or trust. But do stepchildren have any inheritance rights outside of such documents? The short answer is… Read More »

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How Often Should I Review Or Revise My Florida Estate Plan?

By Mark R. Manceri, P.A. |

Many people take the time to make a will. Then they put the document in a drawer and never think about it again. This is usually a mistake. Estate planning should never be a one-time affair. It is an ongoing process that evolves over time. So how often should you review your estate plan?… Read More »

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