Is $20k in legal costs reasonable for handling an uncomplicated estate with no real estate, litigation, etc?
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Answered on November 25, 2024
A lawyer would need to review the invoices to determine their reasonableness. Have a second lawyer review the invoices and the inventory and...
How do I get an audit done?
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Answered on November 25, 2024
Did your mother live in Alabama when she died or live in Florida, but just died in Alabama? Ms. Holcombe is correct. A probate must be opened...
Your fee to update revocable living trust? Florida.
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Answered on November 25, 2024
The cost to amend the Trust would depend on the number of changes. To amend and restate would be a flat fee of $2000.00 unless it took more than 3...
Siblings on the deed- Who is responsible for paying property taxes and home owners insurance when father is still living ?
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Answered on November 24, 2024
Without seeing the language on the dee, I can't be certain that you would be obligated to pay anything, but if the property is in Maine, you'll...
What can I do if the Funeral Director failed to file the death certificate for just under 2 years.?
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Answered on November 24, 2024
Maybe this is guardianship, but it also may be probate. I know of no requirement in Florida for a funeral director to "file" the death...
My dad is listed as sole beneficiary of family trust but his sister is listed as trusty which has been stealing money for years
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Answered on November 23, 2024
Based on the facts you've provided, my first thought is that you should contact the local state attorney or law enforcement to arrest the Trustee...
Is the $75k eligibility limit for an ancillary summary administration in Florida based on the assets just in Florida?
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Answered on November 23, 2024
Mr. Clifton who apparently is not a member of The Florida Bar did give you the correct statutory citation to answer your question.
Is a beneficiary on a will who is also the personal representative responsible to pay all claims on the estate of the deceased?
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Answered on November 20, 2024
The personal representative is not personally responsible for any of the decedent's debts. There are also protected (exempt) assets that are not...
Do I need to have a new warranty deed drafted and recorded in Florida now that my spouse has passed?
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Answered on November 20, 2024
You will want to consult with either a real estate or estate planning attorney to do a ladybird deed. I would recommend an estate planner as there...
Why are some beneficiaries named differently in a will?
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Answered on November 19, 2024
Decedent apparently wanted the children of 2 beneficiaries to inherit their share, but the other four beneficiaries were only to receive if they...
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