I agree that the county in Florida is a major factor to determine how long the courts usually take. It used to be the case that Miami-Dade and...

My condolences on the passing of your grandfather. Most likely yes, since she is the surviving spouse. However, this can change based on whether...

First, I am sorry for your loss. Florida has various types of probate administration: 1) Small Estate- assets need to be under $6k; 2) Summary...

Can I sell a property, that is in my deceased Mother's name?

Usually there will be a court order that distributes the property according to the Will. If that was done there is no need to record another deed...

Hello, if you are Trustee you should have the power to transfer or make distributions out of the Trust according to the Trust terms. A quick review...

I did alot of work for an older gentleman for free. he signed a notarized letter giving me his truck when he dies.

From the details you have provided it does not seem like the letter will be sufficient. He needs to have a properly executed Will to leave you the...

Can the mother of my grandson be forced to move back to Florida for a custody?

Hello, I see that no one has answered your question and it may be that this is more of a child custody matter than Guardianship. Since your son is...

How can I contest my step-mothers trust?

Based on your fact pattern provided if the parties entered into a post-nuptial agreement and validly divided their assets there may be some...

Can you briefly explain what I need to do with my mothers mobile home after her death?

Hello, a Trust is not always necessary but it does depend on how she wants to leave the assets. If any of her intended beneficiary(ies) are minors...

Will's and division of items?

One option may be to have your Mom complete a Memorandum of Tangible Items and specifically describe all items she wants to go to your brothers and...