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If you have concerns regarding the need for probate in Florida, or questions about whether probate is even necessary, I can help. During my nearly fifteen years as a practicing attorney, I've assisted many clients from across the country and even overseas with probate in Florida.
The good news is that if probate is necessary, in almost every instance it will not be necessary for you as the personal representative or beneficiary to appear in court. To get some idea of what's involved, see the following:
- The original Will is submitted to the court.
The original will (this is the document where the decedent's ink hit the page, not a photocopy) is deposited with the Clerk of Court. If there isn’t a will, Florida statutes will determine how the estate is distributed
- A certified death certificate is submitted.
A "certified" death certificate is one obtained from the entity authorized to issue it.
- A petition is filed with the court asking for the probate to be opened.
- Signatures on the Will are proven to be valid.
Many wills have what is known as a "self-proving affidavit" that attests to the signatures on it. If this isn’t present a court will request additional documentation.
- Creditors are notified and legal notices are published.
It is ideal to have a good picture of all known creditors at the outset of probate.
- Petitions for exemption rights are submitted.
Florida grants exemptions for certain assets from the claims of the decedent's unsecured creditors (i.e. medical debts, credit cards, etc). However, if you don't ask for these rights, they are not given to you.
This isn’t an all-inclusive list but it provides a general overview of how the probate process begins in Florida. To see a list of the types of probate available in Florida, click here.
While this approach may involve a little more time up front, the outcome is that you’ll have a firm fee quote from a Florida probate attorney, at no charge, and with no obligation to move forward.
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1-866-465-8046
Or you may send me an e-mail regarding your specific circumstances, to:
Dawn@MyFloridaProbate.com.
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