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DEALING WITH CREDITORS IN A FLORIDA PROBATE: TIPS AND TRICKS

Ok first some basics, in the state of Florida, creditors of a deceased individual may file a claim against the estate to recover debts that are owed to them. The process for filing a creditor claim in a probate proceeding is outlined in Florida Statutes, Chapter 733. Under Florida law, a creditor must file a… Continue reading DEALING WITH CREDITORS IN A FLORIDA PROBATE: TIPS AND TRICKS

FLORIDA PROBATE LAW UPDATE: OBJECTIONS TO THE APPOINTMENT OF A PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE

One common concept that gets liquidated frequently in Probate Administrations in Florida is the concept of Preference of Appointment. Meaning who gets to be in charge of the Estate. Florida Courts have a statute to guide litigants, 733.301 which provides: 733.301 Preference in appointment of personal representative.— (1) In granting letters of administration, the following order of… Continue reading FLORIDA PROBATE LAW UPDATE: OBJECTIONS TO THE APPOINTMENT OF A PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE

JOINT TENANCY WITH THE RIGHT OF SURVIVORSHIP AS A WAY TO HOLD TITLE TO REAL PROPERTY IN FLORIDA

The main ways to hold title to real estate in Florida are (1) Tenants in Common (2) Tenants by the Entireties and Joint Tenants with the Right of Survivorship. Joint Tenants with the Right of Survivorship is a manner of holding real estate where if one joint owners passes away the other acquires their interest… Continue reading JOINT TENANCY WITH THE RIGHT OF SURVIVORSHIP AS A WAY TO HOLD TITLE TO REAL PROPERTY IN FLORIDA

How To Force The Sale Of Real Estate In Florida: Part 2 – Heirs Property

A common problem arises in Probate cases where property is transferred to one or more family members and there is a general disagreement regarding what do with the home or property.  Partition is a procedure attempting to reach an equitable solution when there are multiple owners of a property.   We previously discussed Partition of real… Continue reading How To Force The Sale Of Real Estate In Florida: Part 2 – Heirs Property

How to Obtain Title to a Vehicle or Mobile Home After a Death in Florida:

Our office frequently encounters questions from folks in the Tampa Bay Area and beyond regarding Probate.  Some estates simply consist of Mobile homes and or Vehicles. This article is meant to provide an overview and basic guide for those transferring title to a vehicle or mobile home after the death of a family member or… Continue reading How to Obtain Title to a Vehicle or Mobile Home After a Death in Florida: