The first meeting with your estate planning attorney is an important step in the estate planning process. By the end of the meeting, you and your lawyer should understand your financial goals and which estate…
Estate planning is the process of arranging for the management and distribution of a person's assets and affairs after their death or in the event of incapacity, through tools such as wills, trusts, and powers…
Whether you are planning your estate by assigning roles to loved ones or have been asked to play a part in your loved one’s estate, it is important to understand what each term means. Creating…
One of the many tasks that must be accomplished following a loved one’s death is probate administration. Probate is a legal process that must proceed through the circuit court when your loved one passes away.…
Though thinking about morality and the end of your life can feel overwhelming, it is important to confront these topics so you can begin building your end-of-life plan. Part of this plan will involve how…
When a loved one passes away, you may be left responsible for handling the distribution of their assets and debts. It’s important to understand the Florida probate process so you can ensure their assets are…
When it comes to estate planning, one of the most important decisions you’ll make is choosing the right types of trusts in Florida. The Law Office of Douglas A. Oberdorfer, P.A. understands that trusts are…
Losing a loved one without a will can complicate the probate process, leaving family members uncertain about the next steps. If you have questions about the consequences of not having this important legal document, you…
The executor of an estate has a legal obligation to settle an estate as efficiently as possible in Florida. Many people may ask the question, how long does an executor have to settle an estate…
The probate process in Florida without a will is far more complex than when a valid will is present. When an individual passes away without a will, their estate is considered “intestate,” which means the…
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