What forms do I need to fill out to probate my late mother's estate? She died without a will.

It should also be noted that Rule 5.030 of the Florida Probate Rules states that "every personal representative, unless the personal representative...

What can I do

I agree with attorneys Valdes and Tylman and would add that Florida Statute ch. 733.202 states that "Any interested person may petition for...

What happens to the will, both of my grandparents passed away

Florida statutes requires that our grandparents wills should have been filed with the clerk of court in the county where they lived within 10 days...

Approximately how long would it take to open probate?

To get the detailed answers necessary for you to make a decision regarding whether to begin probate proceedings and filing an action against your...

You can bring an action on behalf of your brother's estate only after being appointed Personal Representative of the estate by the probate court. ...

Is there a way an executor can bypass probate of a homestead property and sell it without the knowledge of other beneficiaries?

As the other attorneys have correctly pointed out, there is no legal way to bypass probate and sell your mother's house. I'll add that you, as a...

My 87 year old father lives in a ALF in Florida. My sister has POA and has told the facility that I am not allowed to visit my

A Power of Attorney can not be used as a basis for keeping you from visiting with your father. For more information on POA's in Florida, including...

Is surviving spouse required to "open or file" an estate after husbands death?

There is no requirement in Florida that a surviving spouse (or anyone else) open a probate proceeding. There is, however, a statutory requirement...

Elected Personal Representative not performing fiduciary duties. Do probate attorneys recover costs after the administration?

I'm sorry to hear that you're having difficulties with your sister. You mentioned that, despite your repeated requests, your sister has not...

My boat incurred extensive damage in its rented marina slip due to negligence on the part of the contractor hired by the marina.

You have explained what happened but you have not asked a question that we can answer. If you ask a question, I'm sure that you'll get excellent...