Monthly Archives: June 2026
Good Intentions Do Not Eliminate a POA’s Legal Responsibilities
In many Florida families, a trusted adult child, sibling, or close friend is named as an agent under a power of attorney (POA). While many people step into this role with good intentions, problems can still arise when a POA exceeds their authority. Disputes involving powers of attorney are more common than many realize…. Read More »
Types of Undue Influence Evidence That Strengthen a Claim
Sudden, out of character, changes to an estate plan can lead to tough questions. In Florida, one of the most common grounds for challenging a trust or will is a situation where someone exerts pressure over a vulnerable person to benefit themselves. While the concept may sound straightforward, proving it requires evidence. Talk to… Read More »
Trust Amendments and Litigation
Trusts are created to make estate planning smoother, protect assets, and reduce family conflict after a loved one passes away. But even with careful planning, disputes can still happen, especially when trust amendments enter the picture. In FL estate litigation cases, trust amendments are a common source of confusion, frustration, and legal action. A… Read More »
Can Social Media Be Evidence in an Estate Dispute?
Text messages, emails, Facebook posts, online banking activity, and other electronic records are increasingly becoming important pieces of evidence in Florida probate and estate disputes. These digital records may reveal whether someone experienced undue influence, lacked mental capacity, or whether assets were hidden or improperly transferred. Uncovering this type of information can feel overwhelming… Read More »
Estate Litigation and Unequal Gifts to Children
Few things create tension in estate administration faster than unequal inheritances. When one child receives substantially more than another, or when someone is unexpectedly excluded altogether, surviving family members often begin asking difficult questions. Unequal gifts do not automatically mean something improper occurred. Parents generally have the legal right to distribute assets however they… Read More »
5 Common Trust Accounting Mistakes Under Florida Law
Serving as a trustee is a major responsibility. Many people accept the role because they want to honor a loved one’s wishes and help family members move forward after a death. But trustees in Florida are held to strict legal standards, especially when it comes to trust accounting and financial disclosures. If you have… Read More »
My Brother Hasn’t Seen Our Parents in Years, Does He Still Inherit Assets?
Family estrangement is more common than many people realize. Over time, disagreements, divorces, financial issues, addiction, long-distance moves, or unresolved emotional conflicts can create deep separation between parents and children. In some families, years pass without communication. When a parent passes away, these strained relationships often resurface during the estate administration process. Surviving family… Read More »
Mark R. Manceri, P.A. is a boutique law firm that specializes in Estate, Trust and Guardianship litigation. These matters include Will and Trust contests involving lack of capacity, undue influence, forgery, improper execution and tortious interference...