Is my accountant liable for not filing a return?

I agree with Attorney Moore. The answer is going to depend on the facts of the relationship with your accountant. While your accountant probably...

Where is will probated?

Probate will occur in the state where she is domiciled. Any property held in another state will be subject to ancillary probate in that state.

Per Florida Statutes Chapter 117 - "Notaries Public", improper use of a notary in the manner you suggested could be a felony in the third degree. ...

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Should I employ a lawyer to handle my recently deceased fathers estate? Florida residents.

Your father died "intestate", the legal term for when a person dies without a Will. As such, his property will pass according to Florida's...

Even though I do not live in same town as parents and my brother does, can we both be co-successor trustees.

I agree with both of the above attorneys. I would add that if your parents are setting up a revocable trust, then they probably already have an...

My mother has a special needs trust, her trustee can't do it anymore due to personal reasons and wants to appoint a new trustee.

Your question is almost certainly going to be answered by the trust document itself. Successor Trustee provisions are a vital part of any trust. ...

Deceased exspouse will stated all to be paid, executor refused. is there something to be done? can I recoup my 1296.00 from her

Your question is somewhat confusing, but you appear to be asking if you can recover funeral expenses that you paid on behalf of your deceased...

What is a 1031 exchange?

A Section 1031 Exchange is technically a method for "deferring" capital gains, and not necessarily "avoiding" them as the gains do not disappear. ...

When does a Durable Power of Attorney become operative?

The new Florida POA statutes no longer allows for a Durable Power of Attorney to "spring" into effect upon incapacity. The POA will be effective...

Can I assert my rights as a beneficiary regarding my late mother's trust?

If your mother was legally incapacitated at the time the amendment was made to her trust, then it is likely invalid as capacity is a necessary...