If you want no problems admitting the Will to probate, have 3 individuals signing off on Testator's signature (2 witnesses + 1 notary). I often...

Question about the final estate 1041

The probate attorney is entitled to a copy of the final 1041. I never close a file without it. What's the reason for withholding it?

Alternate valuation for inherited real estate, but not rest of estate?

fair market value is value on date of death, as other attorneys here have said. good luck to you.

In Florida, does the statute require a disabled person to have an IQ of less than 70 to qualify for a guardian advocacy?

A guardian advocacy is designed for persons meeting the criteria under Fla Stat 393. A developmental disability is defined as ...

1st will was drawn up & filed by a lawyer, years later a 2nd will was drawn up and notarized, but not filed, which one is good?

I agree with my colleagues on this.

About a will

You need to hire a probate attorney to review the Will. Click on the the "Find a Lawyer" button at the top of this page.

How do u challenge a will.

Yes, you can challenge a Will. It's not easy. She might have dealt with the 2 houses with deeds rather than in her Will. If one house was where...

Do agents under power of attorney in Florida have to give accountings to family members?

It depends on what the POA document says. There may be a requirement to give an accounting to the donor of the power (your mother), but no mention...

How to get durable power of attorney?

The first POA must be revoked and a new one issued to you. This can be done in 1 document. It may be advisable in this kind of situation to create...

My mother has passed. Her will can not be found. How do I divide her assets any further with my two brothers.

The deed to the house must be examined. It will show whether there are survivorship interests set forth in the deed or whether she had a 1/2...