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Probate

Florida Lawyers in Jacksonville

Whether you are a Florida resident or reside out-of-state, our lawyers can help you administer the estate of a loved one who has passed away. Estates are administered through the Florida circuit courts under the probate division. Not all estates or assets of an estate must go through probate, depending on whether there was a will or a trust and the type of estate planning carried out.  As a Personal Representative assigned to the estate by the court, our attorneys will assist you in all stages of the administration process, which include:

  • Initial filing
  • Accounting for estate
  • Payment of Taxes
  • Payment of Creditors
  • Closing the Estate
  • Distribution of Assets

Our law firm also represents beneficiaries of estates to safeguard their interests during probate administration. As lawyers, we are sensitive to our clients needs and provide compassion and understanding to guide them through what for most is a difficult time of loss.

Probate - Legal Services

We provide the following legal services to clients regarding probate:

  • Probate of Formal Taxable Estates
  • Probate of Formal Non-Taxable Estates
  • Probate of Summary Administrations
  • Trust Litigation
  • Transfer of Homestead Property to Heirs
  • Representation of Estate Beneficiaries
  • Will Contest and Probate Litigation

Naugle & Smith
Attorneys at Law
810 Margaret St
Jacksonville, FL 32204
Phone: 904.366.2703
Fax: 904.366.3704

Announcement

November 1, 2009 - Katherine B. Schnauss Naugle was recognized for her service to Jacksonville Area Legal Aide as a probono attorney during the past year. Mrs. Naugle volunteers regularly to assist clients in need through the Jacksonville Area Legal Aide. Click Here for more information

August 8, 2009 - JWLA swears in new officers. The new executive board of the Jacksonville Women Lawyers Association was sworn in Thursday at the Law Office of Joseph and Marees.
Katherine Schnauss Naugle of Naugle and Smith was among the new members sworn in as the Vice President of Professional Development.
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February 24th, 2009, Katherine Schnauss Naugle spoke to a group of new and prospective homeowners at the Habijax headquarters on Hubbard Street in Jacksonville, Florida. She talked about the importance of estate planning for families and individuals. For more information on this topic please contact us.

Feb 1, 2008, Naugle & Smith PL has moved offices to 810 Margaret St, Jacksonville Florida. Our offices are now in the 5 points area across from Riverside Park. The firm can be reached at 904-366-2703.

Katherine Naugle has recently written an article discussing why families with minor children need estate planning to be published in an upcoming newsletter for Junior League of Jacksonville. The full article is available on our In the News Page. click here

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