When a parent dies, the adult children who are left behind might slip into a chaotic legal battle over the division of assets. These battles can produce long-term hard feelings as well as mounting legal bills. However, some pre-planning by the parents can help reduce...
Month: July 2020
Estate planning and inheritance in Florida
When a person dies without a will in Florida, their assets are distributed to heirs in accordance with what is called intestate succession. Under intestate succession, there is a set order of who will receive each portion of a decedent’s assets. For instance, if a...
Do IRAs go through probate?
When someone passes away, questions may arise about the division of assets. If the person has a will, then the answers likely exist in the wording of the document. Florida probate courts will oversee the division of assets based on the decedent's wishes. Not every...
Tips to help create strong estate plans
Ideally, individuals in Florida and throughout the country will take proactive steps to make their estate plans as strong as possible. For instance, those who want to avoid probate might do so by creating a trust. Creating a trust might also help to protect assets...
How criminal convictions affect immigration status
Most immigrants living in Florida understand that several factors can affect their right to remain in the United States. Criminal convictions are near the top of the list for things that may damage one's immigration status. It is important to note, however, that not...