Imagine that your mother is hospitalized and cannot manage her finances. She previously named you... [Read more...]
When Estate Planning Documents Say One Thing—and Mean Another
Two recent conversations at Summit, one about blended family planning and one about trust language,... [Read more...]
Trustee vs. Personal Representative in Florida
If you are creating an estate plan or handling a loved one’s estate, you may... [Read more...]
Still Fighting: The Estate Planning Legacy of Shannen Doherty
Shannen Doherty spent years fighting breast cancer with courage and candor. In her final days,... [Read more...]
Avoiding Probate After Buying a Home in Jacksonville
Buying a home in Jacksonville is a major milestone, whether it is your family home,... [Read more...]
Declare Your Independence From Intestacy
Every Fourth of July, we celebrate the right to determine our own destiny. Yet many... [Read more...]
Special Needs Planning to Protect Your Loved One
Many Florida families worry about what will happen to a child or dependent with disabilities... [Read more...]
What Is Gift Tax and How Do Gift Tax Figures Work?
Many Florida families ask, “What is gift tax and how do gift tax figures work?”... [Read more...]
Can a Probate Attorney in Florida Help Avoid Probate?
When planning for the future, many individuals ask a common question: can a probate attorney... [Read more...]
Elder Law and Advocacy: Planning for End-of-Life Decisions
Planning ahead for end-of-life decisions is an important part of protecting your wishes and supporting... [Read more...]
Protecting Non-Biological Parents Through LGBTQ Estate Planning in Florida
LGBTQ estate planning can help protect children and preserve family stability, especially when one parent... [Read more...]
How Florida Law Treats Spouses After Remarriage in Estate Plans
Remarriage often brings happy changes to a family but also creates new legal issues that... [Read more...]
