Here’s a quick list of questions we entertain quite often.
(60 seconds is a stretch unless you read fast!)
- What is probate anyways?
The court process of paying off debts and distributing assets to a decedent’s heirs.
- My husband just died. Do I need to probate the house?
If it was your homestead and you were on the deed, then no. If you weren’t on the deed, yes. There are potentially a half dozen answers to this question – contact us!
- Isn’t probate in Florida just like any other state? Aren’t there just a few forms to fill out?
That was 2 questions. Yes and No – it’s not ever that easy. Anyone who tells you otherwise won’t be there when something goes wrong.
- Do I really need an attorney?
If you’re the personal representative (executor), then yes.
- I took care of mom in her last year. Can I get reimbursed?
Maybe. But I’m sure mom didn’t charge you for childcare when you turned 18!
- I have 3 siblings. Dad told me he wanted me to have the house. There’s no will though.
If there’s no will, he probably didn’t want you to have it that badly! (just joshin’)
- Is a copy of the Will good enough?
Typically, no.
- How do I contest a Will?
You call a Florida probate litigator. We don’t do Will contests.
- How long does probate in Florida take?
Depends on the size of the estate, the number of creditors and the efficiency of the probate court.
- How much do you charge for probate?
How much do you have? Just kidding – see our sample Florida probate fees schedule.
