Why does one need to sign a Petition to determine Homestead?

The petition to determine homestead is something that is often required by a title company to issue title insurance. The home if part of an estate...

How to insure that disabled children do not lose Government benefits because of inheritance.

A special needs trust can be used and the are not that expensive considering the benefits.

My father is thinking about estate planning and isn't sure what is best for his situation a trust or will?

Sounds like he needs a combination of trust and post nuptial agreement. Putting your name on the property now may avoid probate, but could cause...

In Florida, is there any way for the surviving spouse to avoid probate if the deceased person's estate is only about $4500?

Yes, there are many ways to avoid probate. You might look into beneficiary designations and joint ownership with rights of survivorship.

If your step father dies without a will or trust that names you as a beneficiary, you would not have any rights under the Florida intestate statutes.

My father died without a will

It depends on how the assets were owned, what the assets were, how old you are, and how much in assets he had. Generally for an adult child (over...

Depends on the terms of the trust. Generally a revocbable trust can be changed by the grantor or the creator at any time they are alive. ...

My ex passed away. I had spousal life ins policy on him through my employer. Am I able to collect the ins benefits?

There is a new law that would remove yourself (as an ex-spouse) as a beneficiary in most cases. I believe there is an exception when you own the...

Question of proper venue for filing a will as required by FL 732.901.

You would look at where they live or are domiciled. An attorney should be able to help you make the correct choice if and when the issue arises.

When opening probate should petition for administration be submitted without stating which formal or summary administration?

You need a Formal administration to resolve issues. You will need an attorney to submit the petition for administrators if there is more than one...