Fort Lauderdale Probate Attorney

Losing a loved one is difficult enough; dealing with the resulting probate process can only serve to overwhelm you with more stress. When dealing with probate law and the transition of property ownership, our Florida probate attorney can offer you compassionate assistance with managing and distributing your loved one’s assets. Probate administration can be a lengthy process, especially if controversy arises. Submitting a will, appointing a fiduciary, reviewing the property, and paying fees and creditors are just some steps involved. Still, our experienced attorneys can help you make this process as fast and straightforward as possible.

Don’t forget that planning for your future is essential. In Fort Lauderdale, an estate planning attorney can help you get your assets in order and assist you with preparing a Last Will and Testament. We can help simplify the process so that your loved ones will have little to no difficulty with managing your finances and assets when you are gone.

Trust Contests:

Similar to a will contest, a trust contest can occur if you believe that your loved one was coerced, unduly influenced, or mentally incapacitated. It can be a tricky situation to navigate, and we can assist.

Summary Administration:

Summary administration can occur with or without the presence of a will. It is a procedure that generally occurs in two instances; the first is when the person has assets worth less than $75,000, and the second is when the person has been deceased for two or more years. We can offer you guidance on this matter.

Estate Administration/Probate:

Once a loved one has passed, our probate attorneys can help administer their estate with the utmost care and make sure that the person’s wishes are appropriately distributed to their loved ones.

Will Contests:

In some cases, there is due reason to challenge a will. We can help you understand the law and your rights when it comes to challenging a will due to suspicion of fraud, a lack of witnesses, or the mental incapacitation of the testator at the time of creating the will.

Breach of Fiduciary Duty:

When one has a fiduciary duty, they have an obligation to act in the best interest of another party or business. When a fiduciary acts in a way that goes against the wishes or the best interest of the testator as outlined in a will, it constitutes a breach of that duty.

Interpretation of Will:

If you need help interpreting the terms of a will or navigating legalese related to the terms, you’ll want to contact an experienced lawyer. We can also assist you if you feel the will has been wrongly interpreted by an executor – whether or not you believe it is intentional.

Spousal rights/Elective Share:

A deceased person’s spouse is entitled to a share of their estate, regardless of the terms that the will states. Sometimes, the surviving spouse can wind up with a disproportionate amount of assets compared to others, such as a previous spouse who was divorced. For help resolving these issues and understanding your rights and entitlements, you’ll want to contact us.