Divorce can cause mental health issues and depression even at the best of times. However, during the current COVID-19 pandemic, the strain is even...
Top Tips for Mental Health for Those Contemplating Divorce in the COVID-19 Pandemic
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Year: 2020
First Responder Divorced Parents Struggle with Child Time-Sharing
The world is going through a time of unprecedented upheaval and change because of the COVID-19 pandemic. All across the globe, governments are struggling to contain the spread of the disease. Countries and states are demanding that their citizens stay home to save lives. However, some citizens can’t stay home. First responders are on the frontlines against the disease. Doctors,…
What Happens After Probate Is Closed in Florida and Estate Assets Are Later Discovered?
Although it rarely happens, sometimes a court will discover additional assets after a will’s beneficiaries have received their distributions. So,...
Stay-at-Home Order Causes Florida Divorce Rates to Rise
COVID-19 is sweeping the globe, and Florida is no exception. The state government has told families to stay at home. Couples are now living in close...
Staying at Home? There’s Never Been A Better Time to Review Your Estate Plan
With the current stay-at-home order, you may find you have more time on your hands. How can you make the best use of it? With the current COVID-19...
Are You Overpaying for Probate Lawyer Fees?
Have you just been named as your family member’s estate executor after his or her death? Then, you’ll need to know how much you can expect to pay in probate lawyer fees. According to Florida statutes, you must carry out formal administration in certain circumstances. This applies if the estate’s compensable value is higher than $40,000, and it doesn’t qualify…
Which Are the Most Common Florida Probate Forms You May Need to Complete?
In the Florida Keys and Key Largo, there’s some confusion about the probate process. After all, lots of people in Islamorada, Plantation Key, and...
How Long Can an Estate Stay in Probate in Florida?
Many people in the Florida Keys have questions about the probate process in their state. One common inquiry made by residents of Key Largo is how long an estate can stay in probate in Florida? There is no single answer to this question. However, some guidelines will hold in most cases. Here, we take a closer look at how the…
What Do You Need to Know About Florida Electronic Wills and Remote Notarization?
Since Jan. 1, residents of Key Largo and the Keys have expressed an interest in the legal changes regarding wills. Florida is entering a whole new...
Does Life Insurance Have to Go Through Probate Law in The Florida Keys?
One question that many people ask is whether life insurance must go through probate law in the Florida Keys. The simple answer is, generally, no. The beneficiaries designated in the individual’s policy will usually receive the proceeds from life insurance. Therefore, Florida does not usually consider them to be probate assets. However, cases aren’t always simple. Here, we take a…