Can I provide a response to a motion to strike defenses on a Notice of Petition to Determine Homestead Status of Real Property?

A Petition to Determine Homestead Status of Real Property is just what it says - a petition to determine whether the decedent's residence was...

Is there a form to withdraw acting as "agent"/ attorney-in-fact for Principal".

There is no official form to resign as an agent under someone's power of attorney. Technically, unless the POA documents itself requires some...

Restraining orders

Regarding the DCF accusations, DCF will do their investigation and determine if the allegations made against you have any merit. If you are...

Your mom should not have to leave the comfort of her home county to obtain a valid power of attorney. In fact, being a resident of FL, she should...

I was informed that my grandmother left me money, no one knows if it was a savings account, trust fund, etc. How do I find it?

The category under which this question was posted - "Elder Law" - is a very large umbrella that covers many areas of law practice. This question...

How can I claim my mother percentage on a deed after she passed?

It depends on how the property was titled on the deed. Without more, the default in FL is "tenants in common" which means they each actually owned...

Does a judge usually request an original of death certificate for a deceased beneficiary?

With regard to a deceased beneficiary, it is up to the judge whether the judge requires an original certified death certificate or a photocopy,...

Can I get receipts to expenses my brother has charged to the estate? He charged $8500 motel bills at $300 a night.

I agree with Mr. Rosenblatt; however, the Final Accounting is going to be accepted as is, unless you file an objection prior to the prescribed...

Is an email considered legal if it contains jewelry distribution instructions?

I agree with Messrs. Gunthert and Goldman. I write separately only to emphasize that the reason your mother's email is not valid to transfer the...

Is it possible for my uncle to steal my grandfathers estate or cut me off from my intestate inheritance?

Sure, you uncles could live in the property forever and run the place into the ground. You waived your right to be appointed as the estate's...