Will I get in trouble for running an estate without letters testamentary I hired my lawyer 10 months ago he hasn’t filed.

Sounds like you should consider hiring a new lawyer unless there's some reason why the probate hasn't been filed yet. If you are eventually...

Hello own 2 houses free and clear in FL. I have 2 kids and ive never been married. Im getting married in PR next week...

The best way to protect yourself and your children is with a prenuptial agreement. I highly recommend you consult with a family law attorney prior...

Can a spouse be written out of a will or are they entitled to something

Your spouse, if he/she elects and does not waive in writing, is entitled to 30% of your elective estate plus either a life estate in any homestead...

Once the property is determined to be homestead, title automatically vests in those entitled to the property, and no probate judge can divest such...

You will probably get different answers from different practitioners. In my opinion, there should be only 1 original of every document, especially...

In the event of incapacitation, would a power of attorney for assets and healthcare (issued Illinois '95) be valid in FLORIDA?

There's a Florida statute on point (see subsection 3): 709.2106 Validity of power of attorney.— (1) A power of attorney executed on or after...

Health care choices and estate distribution.

The following Florida Statute sets forth who can make medical decisions for someone if they don't designate a surrogate: 765.401 The...

If I leave my life insurance to my child as my beneficiary does the other parent have access to the money?

If you name your child directly as beneficiary and she is under the age of 18, the money would go into a court administered guardianship account....

After my spouse dies how can I get it the title of the car transferred to my name in the state of florida. Do I need probate ?

I agree with Mr. Pippen, except that I would also add, if there is a Will, you should bring that as well and if the car is devised to someone other...

Grandfather passed away and mom wants to put his property in her name.

It's possible, but unlikely that the notarized statement would qualify as a will under Florida law (this assumes that your grandad lived in FL)....