Collate the properties of the estate and distribute shares to the heirs and beneficiaries<\/li>\n<\/ul>\nTo learn more and gain an advocate to help you take control of this situation, consult a probate attorney from The Family First Firm.<\/p>\n
Various Issues Can Arise During The Probate Process In Florida<\/h3>\n
Like any court procedure, you have to start the probate process by filing a petition. If you\u2019re the appointed executor or administrator of the estate, you have to initiate this process. You can seek the assistance of a probate attorney, especially if you\u2019re not sure where to start.<\/p>\n
Once the court schedules a hearing, you can\u2019t be sure that the whole process will go smoothly from there. Unforeseen issues and circumstances can arise along the way. For example, several creditors could come forward to claim payments. The decedent might also have other outstanding obligations that need to be paid. Your probate attorney can help you to assess the situation and prepare for probate. Call The Family First Firm today to schedule a consultation.<\/p>\n
A Last Will Avoids Division Of Assets Through Florida\u2019s Intestacy Laws<\/h3>\n
While probate can be avoided through the use of trusts, any assets not owned by the trust will need to be probated. This is true regardless of whether or not there is a last will. If there is a last will, the estate will be divided and distributed according to the wishes indicated in the will. If there is no will, the estate will be divided by following the intestacy laws of Florida. The spouse or children of the decedent will generally be prioritized as the primary heirs in the division, as applicable.<\/p>\n
Probate can be an especially lengthy process if the decedent doesn\u2019t leave a will. Courts could take a long time to determine which heirs will receive which assets. It is also an expensive, public process, and the interests of creditors can interfere with the intended distribution of assets. To better understand the probate process and prepare accordingly, schedule a consultation with The Family First Firm today.<\/p>\n","extra_heading_1":"Make It Simple","extra_content_1":"Legislation has made the probate process as painless as possible, but there are always hiccups along the way. We\u2019ll take the stress out of it by helping when wills are challenged, documents are lost, or creditors get confused.","extra_heading_2":"Save Your Pockets","extra_content_2":"The law can be confusing, especially in times of grief, and people might try to exploit your situation. We make sure that doesn\u2019t happen and provide complete clarity about your affairs. We also make probate faster, so you pay less in court fees.","extra_heading_3":"Protect Yourself","extra_contanr_3":"We understand the loss of a loved one is difficult and painful. We never want you to put off your own care for a lengthy, contested probate. We\u2019re committed to supporting you and ensuring that the process goes as smoothly as possible.","engagement_section_1_content":"
Is It Possible To Avoid Probate?<\/h3>\n
Many people try to avoid probate and the hassle that comes with it. The process can be expensive and time-consuming. In addition, many family members are not prepared to deal with its complexities.<\/p>\n
One legal option is to create a living trust and transfer properties in the name of that trust. After you pass on, the assets in that trust don\u2019t have to go through probate. An appointed trustee will distribute the assets according to your wishes. This approach can eliminate the expenses and headaches of probate. Before setting up your trust, consult The Family First Firm to discuss your options.<\/p>\n","engagement_section_2_content":"
There Are Several Reasons Probate Can Take Too Long<\/h3>\n
While probate can proceed more quickly if the estate does not have significant issues, the court can take a long time in cases where the heirs disagree with the division, or where certain properties in the estate are questioned.<\/p>\n
A probate attorney can assist you in preparing the petition and taking the necessary steps to ensure the process will go as smoothly as possible.<\/p>\n
The Family First Firm can help you collate all the properties of the estate, deal with creditors, pay estate taxes, and more. Contact us today for a free consultation.<\/p>\n","medicaid_extra_heading":"","medicaid_extra_text":"","single_practice_area_quote":"They make the experience of dealing with family issues a comfortable experience.","single_practice_area_quote_provider_name":"JOHN","practice_area_video_below_lead_form":""},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/familyfirstfirm.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/legal-services\/4547"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/familyfirstfirm.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/legal-services"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/familyfirstfirm.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/legal-services"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/familyfirstfirm.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/legal-services\/4547\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/familyfirstfirm.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/4873"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/familyfirstfirm.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=4547"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/familyfirstfirm.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=4547"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}