Category Archives: Estate Trust Litigation
How to Determine Which Assets are Subject to Probate in Florida
During a probate administration, one of the most critical tasks is determining which assets will go through probate and which ones are non-probate assets. People can revisit their estate plans while still alive to remove certain assets that would’ve been handled under probate by changing the title or ownership. Because of this, disputes may… Read More »
Differences Between Probate and Non-Probate in Florida
Even if you have a Will, not everything will pass through probate when you die. It’s important to understand how your Florida estate planning can ultimately affect your estate administration when you pass away. Assets that go through probate are ones that have no way to pass from a deceased person to a living… Read More »
What is a Pour-Over Will in Florida, and is There a Risk of Conflicts?
Pour-over Wills are like other Wills, except they have only one beneficiary, which is a Living Trust. Essentially, the will “pours” your property over into a pre-arranged Trust upon your death. Your assets will be distributed according to the Trust’s plan. Your pour-over Will works in concert with your Revocable Trust. If the pour-over… Read More »
Questions to Ask When Hiring a Florida Estate Litigation Attorney
When a dispute erupts over a Trust or during a probate administration, it’s often between family members. That makes the argument even more emotionally challenging. Most people don’t want to argue or fight, especially with family members. However, watching the mishandling of a loved one’s financial affairs is not the time to stay quiet…. 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 »
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 »