Naturalization is the process by which a non-citizen becomes a U.S. citizen. Several important steps must be completed to become a naturalized citizen. Eligibility Before beginning the process, there are eligibility requirements the person must meet. They must be at...
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Can I choose who I want as my guardian while I’m still competent?
Sometimes it is necessary to make decisions on behalf of another person who has become incapacitated. The legal structure that makes this possible is referred to as “guardianship.” You want your guardian to make the same decisions on your behalf that you would make...
Why was my visa denied?
Applying for a visa to come to the United States can be complex. You are asked to provide detailed information and documentation, as well as attend an interview. After making it through this lengthy and stressful process, you may be surprised and discouraged to find...
What can I put into a trust?
As you consider your overall estate plan, a trust can be a great option for you to ensure that your loved ones are taken care of. There are various types of trusts that you can set up, with different requirements and terms. However, the idea behind each type of trust...
When are personal representatives qualified in Florida?
After a person dies in Florida, there will be a personal representative who will carry out various important duties. Their role is to oversee the assets, make sure they go where the person wanted, inform creditors, give information about the estate and generally...
Provisional unlawful presence waivers: Am I eligible or not?
People who come to the United States from another country have their own story and situation as to why they have chosen to do so. They might be fleeing a difficult situation, want to join family or are coming to the U.S. to work, learn and have greater options to...
What will happen if a deceased person leaves no will?
If a Florida resident dies without leaving a will, their probate estate will pass on to their loved ones through a process called intestate succession. Intestate succession only applies to probate property. It does not apply to assets that are not considered as part...
If you just created a trust, don’t forget to fund it
Many people in the Tampa area will decide to create a revocable living trust in oder to protect their property for themselves and their heirs. While they do involve some upfront costs, revocable living trusts have a lot of important benefits. One selling point is that...
Understanding the I-601A Provisional Waiver
When filling out your immigration documents, you likely have run into the requirement that you cannot have unlawfully entered or stayed in the United States. For many, this is an absolute bar to their immigration dreams. However, if you are related to a United States...
For a trust, can I name more than one trustee?
One reason to create a trust is to help beneficiaries skip probate. Trusts can be customized for many goals, but they all share the common form that property is held in trust, and managed by the trustee for the benefit of the named beneficiaries. Most commonly, people...