As a probate attorney in Florida, when meeting with clients I often get asked the question: “Why is a probate necessary when my mom (or fill a name in the blank) has a Last Will and Testament leaving all of their assets to me?”. In Florida if someone dies and leaves...
Month: November 2011
Laundry Basket Donation to Community Connections
The Jacksonville Women Lawyers Association is collecting laundry baskets to donate to Community Connections, a community service organization that assists children and families of Jacksonville. Community Connections will fill the baskets with items to provide a family...
Can the trust hold title to my homestead?
The Florida Bar states: “In some situations your homestead property can be transferred to your trust. Most Florida counties have special requirements to maintain the homestead tax exemption and special language may be required in the trust agreement and the deed....