Larry Tolchinsky | July 8, 2015
When someone passes away, any property titled in their name immediately becomes part of their “estate.” An estate is a legal entity created under the law to help protect both real estate and personal property (things like jewelry, furniture, guns, etc.) as it is transferred to those who stand to inherit it. If the person […]
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Larry Tolchinsky | August 12, 2014
Florida is a wonderful place to spend your retirement. It’s no surprise that so many people come here to spend their golden years, and here in the Miami and Broward County areas we see lots of seniors who are enjoying an active and full life here in the Sunshine State. Florida probate lawyers help seniors […]
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Tags: End of Life Planning, Last Will and Testament, testamentary capacity
Larry Tolchinsky | October 24, 2013
The Florida Legislature provides the following law as a guide for everyone who is making a Last Will and Testament here in the State of Florida; according to Florida Statute 732.501: Any person who is of sound mind and who is either 18 or more years of age or an emancipated minor may make […]
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