For elective share, do gifts to a spouse in the prior year have to be brought back?

Unfortunately, the answer to your question is "it depends." There are fact-sensitive exceptions to the one-year transfer rule. I recommend that...

Disposition of Personal Property - Bank Account

Did your brother in law have any medical expenses during his last 60 days? If so, add that to the value of the funeral expenses and see if the...

Filing a pour over will

More information would be helpful to answer your question completely. Generally, a will should be filed with clerk of court in the county in which...

How do I change or remove the personal representative I appointed to handle my fathers estate?

Hire an attorney immediately. You cannot remove the personal representative yourself; however, you have options for having him removed through the...

Both attorneys who answered before me did a fine job not only answering but laying out practical concerns. This arrangement is probably "legal"...

Are nominee trusts utilized in all states? Are they defined by state statutes and regs?

I believe you may be referring to a "land trust" as they are known in Florida. I cannot answer the question as to whether they are used in all...

Attorneys Polani and Cloninger advise you correctly. Civil and criminal penalties can attach to a trustee for the breach of trust terms. ...

Can I be my dad's estate executor if I am on administrative probation from a non adjudicated misdemeanor in Florida?

Were you nominated in the will to serve as personal representative? If so, F.S. 733.301 gives you preference in appointment. (Note: preference...

Father died with no assets. Appointed daughter as POA/ prepaid Caregiver legally . Who or what is responsible for final bills?

I agree with attorney Parri. Unless you became obligated to your father's creditors, you should be personally insulated from liability. However,...

Is there any way I can get financial support?

I agree with attorney Morcroft. Your first step in claiming any funds from the State (or any other source) is to be named the child's legal...