Florida Probate: What is the Petition for Administration?
The Petition for Administration provides the court with fundamental information regarding the deceased person and their estate.
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What Are Letters of Administration?
Letters of Administration is a document issued by the court authorizing a specific individual to act on behalf of a deceased person.
When and Where Do I Open a Probate?
After discovering that the deceased person owned probate assets, you will want to determine whether the deceased person had debt.
Florida Probate: What is the Notice to Creditors?
Generally, the Notice to Creditors shall be served on all known or reasonably ascertainable creditors pursuant to Section 733.2121.
If I Need A Probate Attorney, Then What Are My Next Steps?
If you need a probate attorney, then you should determine specific information up front to help ensure there is no miscommunication.
How Much Does Probate Cost?
A Florida probate attorney is entitled to reasonably compensation payable from the estate's assets. Costs vary between hourly or flat fees.
What Does a Florida Probate Attorney Do?
A probate attorney is someone who is licensed to practice law in that state and can help guide you through the court’s probate process.
Florida Probate: What is the Final Accounting and Proposed Plan for Distribution?
This document lists the estate’s assets, cash and property transactions, and a schedule of assets at the end of the accounting period.
Are There Different Types of Probate?
There are several different types of probate administrations in Florida. Which type is best for you? It depends.
Do I Need A Probate Attorney?
Florida law requires personal representatives to be represented by an attorney in most circumstances. See Florida Probate Rule 5.030.
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