Ancillary Probate in Florida: Who Can Serve and the $150,000 Rule
Last updated 27 August 2026 · Reviewed by Jose M. Lorenzo, Jr., Esq., Fla. Bar No. 107002
Ancillary probate in Florida is the second court case opened here when someone who lived in another state or country dies owning Florida property.…
Closing a Bank Account When Someone Dies in Florida: The Complete Legal Guide
Updated 28 August 2026 — revised for the threshold increases made by chapter 2026-57, Laws of Florida, effective 1 July 2026, and for the 2026 amendment to the safe-deposit box statute.
What happens to a bank account when someone dies in…
Cuánto Dura la Sucesión en Florida? Guía Completa
Cuánto Dura la Sucesión en Florida? Guía Completa para Entender Cuanto Dura Una Sucesion
Cuánto dura la sucesión en Florida es una de las preguntas más comunes que surgen después del fallecimiento de un ser querido. Muchas familias…
Florida Probate Creditors: Guide to Handling Creditor Claims
Florida Probate Creditors: A Guide to Handling Creditor Claims Against an Estate
Introduction When a loved one passes away, families are often left with grief and a mountain of financial questions.
Who is responsible for the…
Do I Need a Florida Probate Attorney? | Florida Probate Law
Do I Need a Probate Attorney in Florida? A Comprehensive Guide
If you’re searching for “Do I Need a Probate Attorney in Florida?”, you’re already ahead of most people who suddenly find themselves responsible for a loved one’s…
Florida Right of Survivorship: How Joint Accounts and Joint Property Pass at Death
The Florida right of survivorship decides who owns an account or a piece of property the moment a co-owner dies: the surviving owner takes the whole asset automatically, outside probate, no matter what the will says. What almost nobody is told…
How to Choose a Florida Probate Lawyer: A Probate Guide
How to Choose the Right Florida Probate Lawyer for Your Case
How to choose a Florida probate lawyer is an important consideration because choosing a Florida probate lawyer is a critical decision that can affect how quickly and efficiently…
What Happens to Your Debt When You Die in Florida?
What happens to your debt when you die in Florida comes down to one rule that almost nobody gets right: your estate pays your debts, and your family does not. Debt is not inherited in Florida. It does not transfer to your spouse, your children,…
How Long Does Probate Take in Florida?
A straightforward Florida formal administration usually takes six to twelve months. The floor is set by the creditor claim period, which cannot be shortened: claims may be filed up to three months after the first publication of the notice to…