What can I do about my father's probate case?

This forum works well to obtain answers to a question or two. You have raised many questions and you will best be served by speaking directly with...

Without reviewing the original Deed and the related QCD, it is not possible to provide you with a definitive answer. As the other attorneys...

Moms estate being sold and debt collector going after sibling for old debt

As the other attorneys properly stated- your sister needs to immediately retain litigation counsel in the State where the judgment was obtained....

What happens to the surviving significant other?

If you were mistakenly referring to the Last Will and Testament as a "living will" then you may have some right to the home. Otherwise, Florida...

Is there a form that can be used on property to have one sibling in sole possession of the parents property.

As the other attorneys have stated, title must be transferred out of the deceased parent's name first. Hiring n experienced probate attorney can...

Should former spouse be mentioned on Probate Admin. Petition in this case?

You describe an intestate estate where the decedent's former spouse from 44 years ago is being listed in the Petition for Administration. I agree...

What are the steps that must be taken to settle the estate? She had a retirement, CD and checking account.

The advice of each attorney before me is correct- the accounts may have one or more beneficiaries listed. If so, the beneficiaries deal directly...

Calling the Probate Clerk and provide the decedent's full name is probably the simplest way. Contact the Clerk in the County where the decedent lived.

What happens to unreported "illegal earnings" when a person dies?

The friend may not be able to serve as Personal Representative unless that friend is a Florida resident. Upon the person's death, the friend should...

Are incoming inheritance amounts be included in FL statutory percentage on probate case?

The answer lies in the retainer agreement with your Florida attorney. If the agreement is silent, then the question becomes what involvement your...