Enhanced life estate deeds are not a trivial document. They have benefits and disatvantages that should be discussed with a licensed attorney...

Motion to Dismiss/ vs Motion for Hearing to Show Cause vs Motion to Compel in Florida foreclosure case

Foreclosure courts in Jacksonville are not typical. THey seem to make up their own rules as they go along. I would stongly urge you to have a...

How can I find a replacement probate attorney who serves Manatee County?

Sounds like your case is almost over, not many people would want to get up to speed just to close an estate. It might cost the same for a new...

Estate Plan FLORIDA. My Objective: avoid probate/guardianship. Given the value of my assets, does a trust really make sense?

As you may have heard, the supreme court has ruled that IRA assets are not protected from the creditors of those who inherit them. (there are some...

In the event of incapacitation, would a power of attorney for assets and healthcare (issued Illinois '95) be valid in FLORIDA?

It should, but that does not mean it will be accepted by others timely. You might have your documents reviewed and updated if necessary. Florida...

Is it possible to update my estate docs using a lawyer in a different city (state of Florida)? Or must they be local?

Many lawyers not provide documents for clients in other cities. Often the documents can be reviewed by telephone and delivered by email or US mail...

Unforntatuly with 3 kids a summary administration or any probate would require a lawyer. You might be able to do it if two of the kids diclaimed...

If I plan to return or sell small property in another state to buy home here in FL can I qualify for Medicaid?

You must live in FL for 6 months. In addition, you must qualify under the income and asset test. You should visit with a Florida Elder law...

My father passed away recently an I am the beneficiary for his life insurance policy, how do I get the paperwork from my sister?

If your sister is not the beneficiary, she cannot do anything with the life insurance. If you know the insurance company, all you need is a deat...

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You should talk with an attorney about the probate to obtain the IRA. As far as the 1099, you should check with your accounant or an attorney to...