When someone dies without a valid will, that person is said to have died “intestate.” On the other hand, people who die with a valid will are said to have died “testate.” Some Florida residents with no valid will are worried about the State of Florida taking their property after their death....

Probate is a court-supervised process that allows you to administer and distribute a deceased person’s property to their rightful heirs. Probate is essential when the deceased dies without a will and the asset is not held jointly (or does not have a payable on death beneficiary...

Deciding between summary administration and formal administration in Florida can be a difficult decision. Many factors come into play, including the value of the deceased’s estate, the type of assets that need to go through probate, the number of heirs, possible creditor issues, and whether the estate may be a party...

Florida has a higher-than-average population of people over the age of 65. This demographic makes up approximately 21% as of the 2020 census. As such, there tends to be a higher-than-average focus on estate planning and end-of-life rituals. However, many people do pass away without making provisions for the distribution of...

Losing a loved one can bring many challenges, including the need to distribute their assets. In Florida, this court process is referred to as probate. Two options for probate exist in the state, summary administration and formal administration. Which one is most appropriate often depends on the size and complexity...