If you are looking to pursue a probate in Florida, you likely have questions about where to start. Whether you are dealing with a small estate or a complex inheritance, understanding the specific requirements is critical to moving forward. We frequently receive calls from individuals ready to bring a probate action but who lack the necessary documentation. This guide breaks down exactly what is needed to bring a probate proceeding in Florida, determining which type of probat

Are a Transfer on Death Deed  and a Lady Bird Deed  the same thing? The short answer is: No, they are not. If you live in a state like Florida, you might hear these terms used interchangeably. It is very common for people to conflate the two concepts, assuming they are identical tools for estate planning . While they share similarities in how they transfer property, there are critical legal and practical differences you need to know. Below, we break down exactly how these two

When planning your estate, most people assume their Last Will and Testament is the ultimate authority on who inherits their assets. You might believe that if you write in your Will that your assets should be split evenly among your children, that is exactly what will happen. However, there is a specific legal designation that outweighs your Will. If you do not understand the hierarchy of estate planning assets, your written instructions could end up being useless. Does a Wil