Author Archives: Mark Manceri
What to Do if You Suspect Someone Has Multiple Florida Wills?
Taking the time to meet with an estate planning attorney and drafting a Will is a crucial step in determining how you want your estate handled when you pass away. Depending on when you prepare your first will, there can be many events throughout your lifetime that should be a trigger to revisit your… Read More »
How to Prove Breach of Fiduciary Duty in a Florida Trust Case?
A breach of fiduciary duty means that someone holding a fiduciary position acts in a manner that is in conflict with their duties. This breach of duty can result in serious legal consequences. In the case of a Trust, the fiduciary is the trustee who owes a duty to act in the best interests… Read More »
5 Common Causes of Action in Estate Litigation in Florida
No one wants to think about their family fighting and arguing over their Estate after they die. However, even the best estate plans can’t guarantee that disputes and problems won’t develop during the estate administration process. When money is at stake, people can become unpredictable. These disputes can divide entire families now and for… Read More »
What’s the Difference Between Estate Planning and Estate Administration?
Some people mistakenly assume that estate planning and estate administration are one and the same. However, there are notable differences between the two. For one, estate planning is done while you are still alive, while estate administration occurs after you die. If a dispute arises during estate administration, you need an experienced Pompano Beach… Read More »
Florida Probate Disputes and Intangible Assets
While the majority of family fights during probate revolve around property, cars, businesses, and other tangible assets, there could be something else even more valuable in someone’s estate. These are what are known as intangible assets. Some of these assets may only hold sentimental value, but others are worth considerable money. If someone has… Read More »
What are the Laws Regarding Intestate Succession in Florida?
When someone fails to start on their estate plan timely, they could end up dying without a Will. When someone dies without a Will, it means that the Estate will be distributed according to the laws of intestate succession. Estates that pass through intestate succession can create more confusion and disagreements for family members…. Read More »
Reasons for Omitted Heirs in Florida Wills
Obviously, leaving someone out of the Will intentionally is certainly possible. Someone may consider leaving a child out of their Will as a way to “get back at them.” However, there are times omitted heirs are often left out unintentionally. Many people start their estate plan but either forget about it or just never… Read More »
How to Help Prevent Someone from Contesting Your Will in Florida
One of the main goals of estate planning is to keep fights from happening when you die. However, failure to have a Last Will and Testament, or other estate documents in place can open the door for numerous disputes. One of the most common conflicts involves contesting the Will. While you can’t predict every… Read More »
What are Common Causes of Probate Disputes in Florida?
Dealing with probate after losing a loved one is emotional enough. However, when family disputes arise during probate, it can make the already stressful situation much more frustrating. It’s not uncommon for multiple family members to have strong opinions and raise challenges. When a dispute arises during litigation, it’s time to contact an experienced… Read More »
Florida Estate Planning Mistakes That Can Lead to Disputes
No one wants their heirs to end up fighting amongst themselves after they pass away. However, a lot of families end up in arguments over from whether a Will is valid to who the Personal Representative should be. While you cannot anticipate every argument that will transpire due to your estate plan, there are… 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...