Many estates include assets with beneficiaries already designated to them.  These include life insurance policies, investments accounts like IRAs and 401Ks and bank accounts.  Language naming beneficiaries in the contracts which govern these assets may supersede the language in a will.     In estate planning, it is important to understand the types of beneficiaries and how [...]

When you think of estate planning is the only thing that comes to mind how your money will be distributed after you pass?  If so, think again. An estate plan outlines how the legacy you leave behind should be allocated and cared for after you are no longer there to manage it.  While your financial [...]

Plans change during a divorce.  Inheritance, beneficiary and guardianship arrangements that seemed ideal a few years prior suddenly seem unthinkable when faced with an impending and contentious divorce with a soon-to-be ex-spouse.   If you are in this situation, there are many reasons to consult an experienced Florida estate planning attorney in addition to an expert [...]

The probate phase is played out in court Probate is a necessary step in the process of executing a last will and testament.  Because of the various moving parts in this process and the fact that is tried in court, it is essential that you hire an experienced estate attorney to guide the process. Florida [...]

If you are suffering the loss of a close loved one, in addition to the pain of loss, you may also need to navigate the nomenclature and processes associated with managing the affairs of the person who has passed away.  It is best not to attempt to go through this process alone.  It is highly [...]