The battle over immigration is usually viewed as a strictly federal issue, but several states have recently enacted laws that have a significant impact on immigrants. Florida, in an effort to assist Gov. Ron DeSantis in his pursuit of the Republican presidential...
Year: 2023
What is a living will?
When it comes to setting up an estate plan in Florida, you are probably familiar with some of the more common documents, such as a will or power of attorney. However, you may have heard of something called a living will and wonder what it is and if it is different...
Challenging the validity of a will in Florida
Most Floridians regard a will as the last word on how the assets of a particular family member will be divided among survivors. This assumption is true in most cases, but in some cases, a family member will be disappointed, if not enraged, at the manner in which the...
Obtaining a waiver of inadmissibility
If you’ve applied for a visa, an adjustment of status, an immigration benefit for which you were previously ineligible, or for a K or V nonimmigrant visa, and you have been denied on grounds of inadmissibility, you may have recourse by obtaining an I-601 waiver. This...
Major changes coming July 1 under new immigration laws
America’s immigration laws are always changing at the federal level. But even modifications to existing state law can have tremendous ramifications for you and your loved ones. This very well may be the case with new legislation that was signed into law by Gov. Ron...
An overview of ancillary probate
When a person passes away with a will, it must go through probate. Probate is the process where a deceased person’s assets are distributed and their debts are paid. For property owners, there is a lesser-known process called ancillary probate that is helpful to...
How extensive is a health care surrogate’s authority?
Floridians who are thinking about the future and want to be prepared for every eventuality will understand the importance of comprehensive estate planning and crafting all the necessary documents. Part of that is having contingencies in place if they become...
Do I need an Employment Authorization Document to work?
Immigrants who venture to Florida are often doing so because they are seeking opportunities they do not have in their home country. For them, the primary objective is to gain employment. Given the way immigration has become a hot topic of conversation with extensive...
Creating a land trust in Florida
Trusts can be adapted to many purposes and come in a variety of forms. One type is known as a land trust, in which the document forms a legal entity that holds real estate for the benefit of its named beneficiaries. Creating the trust In Florida, individuals can set...
Understanding conditional permanent residence
When an immigrant spouse marries a U.S. citizen, obtains their green card and has been married for less than two years, they are given conditional permanent residence. It is valid for two years. Filing a petition To initially apply for conditional residence, a U.S....