What is the % of the estate an executor gets for the work

Unless specifically directed by a Will or Trust Agreement, then the statue governs. However, a testator can provide for the Personal...

Death benefits

Probate. I believe this question ties in with one recently posted about insurance proceeds. Unfortunately, you will likely have to open up a...

Life insurance policy to estate

Insurance proceeds are one of those assets that, depending on who the beneficiary is, remain outside of probate and court supervision. However, if...

As executor of my mothers estate can I charge broker fees when selling estate to two siblings and buying out the other two

In the State of Florida, the Personal Representative ("executor") as appointed by the Court may only profit from the estate under the Court's...

What is the statute of limitations on claim filed in 2011 in Palm Beach which was DBO and Voluntarily Dismissed W/Out Prejudice?

Unfortunately, it sounds like you did not either have representation at the foreclosure and/or did not or were unable to negotiate for the...

Kudos to you for thinking about this. However, this is not a one-size fits all type of situation. Creating a trust is not expensive, despite common...

My property tax went up by 62% this year. My house is located in broward. Can anyone tell me if this is normal?

The facts, as presented, are a bit confusing. Yes, as the personal representative and/or trustee of an estate, you are responsible to pay for all...

My HOA has placed a lien on our property for an incorrect amount - $13,000 over what we actually owe. Need a lawyer to help fix?

Thank you for posting as this has provided an opportunity to clarify what attorneys can do by and through this website. As much as every attorney...

Notice of appearance

Do they work for the same law firm? Does the retainer agreement, as signed by the client, address this specific issue? Many do. What is the nature...

My father had a massive stroke. His girlfriend refuses to give his important docs to me. Does she have the right to do this?

First of all, my sympathies over your father's health issues. Second, what "important docs" do you need? You indicated that you already have a...