How do you write a request to the clerk of circuit court for documents pertaining to my father's estate?

I do not disagree with the other attorneys that answered, but probate proceedings are public information. They are typically not online, but you...

Is she correct in her belief?

If your mom has a regular life estate deed, she has a responsibility to the remainderman (late husband's children) not to do anything to diminish...

Does it make sense for me to sell the his home now (it's vacant) or wait until he passes?

Two things to consider. 1) The home is a non-countable asset for Medicaid purposes. If there is a chance that he will need skilled nursing care...

Executor of Will Requirements and Timelines?

The executor is required to file the will with the probate court, which he has apparently done, since that is how you got a copy. After a petition...

In Florida how can i become the executor of my mothers estate (she had no will). I want her daughter to get the money!

You probably need to open a probate case. You need to petition for either a Summary Administration (<$75,000 in assets) or a Formal Administration...

What can I do

If your father owned assets titled in his name alone, the only way to transfer or sell those assets is through probate. Your stepmother will need...

Do I need or should I hire an attorney for this matter and approximately how much will it cost? Thanks

You may or may not need to initiate probate proceedings on the insurance and IRA, depending on who is listed as the beneficiary of these assets. If...

Which will be honored? Will the will address only assets with no beneficiaries? car , bank accounts without beneficiary

The will only applies to property in the probate estate. Any assets that have designated beneficiaries will pass outside of probate. I strongly...

How do i get a copy of the will of Carl W. Baker? What is the time limit for wills and trusts for Florida state?

Generally, if a probate proceeding was initiated, the will would have been deposited with the clerk of court in the county in which he was...

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Can my dad change the will both my parents signed, after my mom's death?

This must be a very disturbing situation for you. I'm sorry. It is not likely that your mother and father had a joint will. Each of them would...