Probate Attorneys
in South Florida

What is Probate?

For those individuals who have a Last Will & Testament and not a Revocable Living Trust, the Will goes through a process called Probate. In this process, the courts review and approve the document. It can be costly and time-consuming, as most courts require the estate to have an attorney to represent the estate in all court proceedings. In administering the Will, the courts will seek to ensure that the Will was properly executed and conforms with legal requirements in the State of Florida or the state in question.

In a full probate proceeding, an executor or personal representative is approved or appointed by the court. The Personal Representative is required to publish Notice to Creditors of the individual’s death, file an Inventory of probate assets of property and values, pay all legitimate bills and claims, distribute assets to beneficiaries, provide an Accounting to the beneficiaries of what assets they took possession of, post any gains or losses and expenses incurred, and obtain an Order of Discharge from the court.