Does Florida permit Powers of Attorney

Yes, and I applaud you for thinking ahead. I encourage you to contact an estate planning attorney to prepare the document, as there are many...

Do I have the right to know the financials of my deceased mother's from the executor of the estate?

As an "interested person" under Florida law, you should have received copies of the will (if the decedent was testate) and petition for...

My grandmother has unclaimed funds from a checking account for $19,106.00 . She passed away over 15 years ago.

While my colleague is correct that a summary administration should not be so expensive, you say you were told it will be necessary to administer...

Is there a way to get copies of my mother's life insurance policy and the unsigned wildl now that she's passed?

Once the insurance company receives a copy of the death certificate, it will contact the beneficiaries of the policy for payment. Assuming the...

Had to drive my dead father's car...what should I do?

Of course, the answer depends on the circumstances, but it doesn't sound like your use of the vehicle was egregious. Assuming the probate code and...

Can a family member be a witness to a will that is included in the will?

Your statement that you are "being forced to redo his will" concerns me because it suggests he may not have the capacity to do it himself. Lack of...

Can I use the lady bird deed for property my girlfriend of 21 years and I purchased together if I should die leaving 100% to her

This is an estate planning question, so I have categorized it accordingly. I cannot stress enough how problematic your marriage is to your current...

My Aunt passed away and she had no children I’m her heir which she told me she was leaving everything to me what do I do i ?

First, I'm very sorry for your loss. If no will can be found, your aunt's estate will be subject to Florida's intestacy laws. These statutes...

What type of paperwork would need to be done for someone to leave me custody of their kids if they die?

The father can execute a Declaration of Pre-Need Guardian for the children, naming you to be the children's guardian if he should die or become...

Changing to Estate Planning, since that's effective what you're doing. I would strongly encourage you to consult an estate planning attorney...