You should also take the tax considerations into account. A gift typically gives the recipient a carry over basis in the property meaning he or...

Can I use estate money to hire a lawyer before the probate case is filed?

If the account was individually owned by your father then you shouldn't use funds from the account until you are appointed as personal...

Do I need a probate attorney?

I am terribly sorry for your loss. If your father died without a will then he is considered to have died "intestate." If you and your step-mother...

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How much of a $10,000,000 estate can pass tax-free to children?

The $5.34M that passes to your children will use your estate tax exemption. Your wife, however, has her own $5.34M estate tax exemption (adjusted...

I might inherit an appartment in florida I live in france and would like to know a few things. If there are any debts left

Yes, you can accomplish all of this without having to make the trip over here. My firm routinely handles these types of matters and I would be...

I am the only blood reltion alive am i entitled to any of my fathers estate he has a widow in fla. where he resided

You should talk to an attorney to go over all of the facts. As my colleagues have correctly pointed out there may be no need for probate. Also,...

There are many different types of trust so the answer to your question really depends on the type of trust that you are referring to. In Florida,...

What steps do I take after my Father with dementia passes to get his accounts transferred and possession of his condominium.

I recommend seeking a lawyer to help you answer these questions in detail. It may be worth it to have your father's capacity tested by a doctor...

My husband does not have a will & my name is not on the property or the house. If he dies who will get it? Me or his adult child

Florida has a unique law called homestead. If you survive your husband and he has a child, then you will receive a life estate in the homestead...

Would a pre-nup protect me from my finance's grown children re: life time usage of his home in case of his death? Or a will?

Florida has a very important and tricky law called homestead. One facet of homestead deals with the descent and distribution. If you survive your...