Probate is the necessary legal process to distribute the deceased’s property to any beneficiaries named in a will or according to Florida’s intestate succession laws. It can be a long process, but it does not have to be as long as many people think. There are two main...
Month: March 2023
When can you receive a provisional unlawful presence waiver?
It is relatively common for families from other countries have only one family member come to Florida with a work visa or other types of legal status. This occurs for a number of reasons, but it can also be hard on the family to be separated for such a long period of...
What Happens if my I-751 is Filed Late?
Form I-751 is a petition to remove conditions on residence. This petition is used by conditional residents who obtained status through marriage, to request that USCIS remove the conditions on his or her residence. If you are filing with your U.S. citizen or lawful...
Must I speak English when filing for naturalization?
Immigration and naturalization is a complicated issue, especially today. In Florida and across the United States, people who want to be naturalized may not understand their rights and what is necessary to achieve their goal. Some might not even speak English. While...
Know the time limits to object after notice of administration
In Florida, probate and estate administration has many layers and responsibilities to the personal representative. One of the key roles is serving a notice of administration on specific people. This is critical because if there are issues with the estate plan and a...
What is funding a trust?
Many people choose to create a living trust as part of their estate plans. A trust serves as an estate planning tool that allows for certain assets to be distributed when the time comes. As the person creating and funding the trust, you are the grantor or settler of...