Tag Archives: Probate

The Tangible Personal Property List- What happens to your “stuff” after you die

Posted on November 28, 2012 by admin

Florida allows the use of a ‘memorandum’ or ‘separate writing’ to leave ‘tangible personal property’ under a will. But, there are a couple of wrinkles. First, the will must refer to a written statement or list of property; most lawyer … Continue reading →

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The cost of probate in Florida

Posted on September 10, 2012 by admin

Sometimes I get the question, what’s the average cost of probate in Florida, or how much does it cost to probate an estate.  The answer to the first question, on average costs, is I don’t know.  And honestly, even if … Continue reading →

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Thomas Kinkade and his hand written will(s)

Posted on August 7, 2012 by admin

The artist Thomas Kinkade, the fellow who did all of those paintings of cute little cottages, died this spring. Now, it appears as though his estate is in an absolute mess. http://www.contracostatimes.com/california/ci_21158511Artist Thomas Kinkades Lawyers File Appeal Against Girlfriend Long … Continue reading →

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You Snooze, You Lose; Failing to Object in Time in a Will Contest.

Posted on August 1, 2012 by admin

Michael Jacksons’ siblings are trying to challenge his will. Michael Jackson Family Feud: Lessons for Wills and Trusts The problem is, they waited too long.  They had notice of the will, they had notice of the probate, and they didn’t … Continue reading →

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Why go to a Lawyer for Estate Planning?

Posted on July 19, 2012 by admin

Why go to a lawyer for estate planning? There are certain people who advertise estate planning services, who claim to do estate planning and some who, even though they don’t openly advertise estate planning, do what amounts to estate planning, … Continue reading →

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Estate Planning for Unmarried Couples, Part 3

Posted on December 7, 2011 by Ron Jones

So, if you’re wanting to allow someone who you are not married to access to make decisions for  you and to run your life if you are unable to do so, what are the options? Basically, there’s three documents you … Continue reading →

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Estate Planning for Unmarried Couples, Part 2

Posted on December 7, 2011 by Ron Jones

Last time, we looked at estate planning for unmarried couples, that is, how to transfer assets to the other person after one partner died. This time we are looking at what steps to take to insure that the partner is … Continue reading →

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Estate Planning for Unmarried Couples, Part 1

Posted on December 7, 2011 by Ron Jones

Sometimes, for whatever reason, people form relationships but are unable, or unwilling, to marry each other. Nonetheless, there is a loving relationship there, and they want to make provision for each other. The problem is twofold; first, if they are … Continue reading →

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