by Larry Tolchinsky | Challenging Florida Will, Florida Personal Representative, Florida Probate, Probate Litigation
In Florida, probate estates are created when someone passes away. At that time, and after a petition is filed, a “Personal Representative” is appointed by the Florida probate judge to oversee distribution of the property held by the estate to the heirs and... by Larry Tolchinsky | Florida Probate, Probate Litigation
In Florida, things can — and often do — get interesting in probate matters. Unlike other states where matters can be more routine, Florida is known to deliver on the drama. That is because we have tourists, snowbirds, retirees, long-term vacationers, as... by Larry Tolchinsky | Florida Probate Creditors, Florida Probate Laws, Probate Litigation
When a parent passes away, it’s a major life event for the children of the deceased person, no matter their age. The grief they experience can be overwhelming. So much so that it can take time for a child’s life to return to normal. Unfortunately, the... by Larry Tolchinsky | Challenging Florida Will, Florida Personal Representative, Florida Probate, Probate Litigation, Undue Influence
Whe a will is brought before a Florida probate judge for admission to probate and the appointment of a Personal Representative, things seem straightforward. You would think things go smoothly from there; just follow the instructions – they are written out for... by Larry Tolchinsky | Challenging Florida Will, Florida Personal Representative, Florida Probate Laws, Probate Litigation
In Florida, laws exist creating temporary ownership of a decedent’s property in an estate. An estate is legally a separate entity, and is administered by a Court-appointed personal representative. At the exact moment of death, legal ownership instantly moves... by Larry Tolchinsky | Challenging Florida Will, Florida Probate, Fraud, Probate Litigation, Will Contests
It should go without saying, but a Last Will and Testament has to be signed by the person making the will in order for the will to be effective — an unsigned will isn’t valid in Florida. In fact, Florida Statute 732.502 requires the following for a will to be valid...