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What is Probate?
When we lose a loved one unexpectedly, the challenges left behind can be overwhelming. In some cases, it may be necessary to navigate complicated probate procedures that could take months or years to settle estate financial matters and finalize the disbursement of remaining assets to heirs. When you choose to work with the Legacy Law Firm, you can rest assured that we will be by your side throughout the Florida probate process and ensure it is completed as efficiently as possible.
Probate Administration is the legal process of administering a deceased person’s estate. The probate process serves to wrap up their affairs after satisfying any outstanding debts. If the decedent created a valid will during their lifetime, then the estate will get administered following the terms of their will. If the decedent did not have a valid will during their lifetime, then Florida law (intestacy statutes) will determine who the proper beneficiaries are and what share of the estate they are entitled to receive.
- If a will indicating the decedent’s last wishes is available
- The value and size of assets the estate possesses
- What potential challenges could be made against the will
- The County in which probate administration is appropriate
What Types of Probate are Available in Florida?
There are two primary forms of probate in Florida:
- Formal Administration
- Summary Administration
Overview of the Probate Process
- Meet With a Florida Probate Attorney
- File Documents
- Notify Any Beneficiaries Related to the Estate
- Open an Estate Account
- Notify Creditors
- Liquidate Assets and Deposit into the Estate Account
- Final Income Tax Filing
- Final Estate Accounting
- Distribution of Estate Assets
- Close the Estate
Let Us Handle The Legal Work.
Administering the estate of a family member can be time-consuming, costly, and emotionally draining. This time is understandably difficult in your life and one that should be spent grieving the loss of a loved one, not spent handling the legal details of administering an estate. Our experienced probate attorney regularly represents clients who serve in a fiduciary capacity, such as executors (a/k/a personal representative), administrators, and guardians.