Floridians are continuously warned about probate. Make sure your family never has to deal with probate court! It’s expensive! It’s inconvenient! Is all this just hype? Or is probate really a problem? Should you build probate avoidance into your estate…
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Probate Litigation: Reasons to Contest a Will Category: News Discovering that a will may not be valid adds an unfortunate layer of additional stress to the news of a loved one’s passing. A Fort Myers will contest lawyer can help…
One of the fundamental goals of estate planning is to leave a legacy of family harmony. An estate need not be a fortune to spark a family feud. But of course, it helps. Take, for example, the Neumann family of…
Undue Influence: Proving Your Claim in Litigation Category: News With the passing of a loved one, the administration of the deceased’s estate may bring a few surprises. Sometimes, certain people are unexpected beneficiaries — and this can raise more than…
Conducting business online is routine these days. We pay bills online. Shop online. Bank online. File tax returns online. So it’s natural to ask: Can we create a valid will online? (To be clear, an electronic will does not refer…
Fraudulent Wills: When the Deceased Was Deceived Category: News A finding of fraud will render a will void in Florida. While there are many reasons a will may be found void in whole or in part, fraud is a particularly…
Are you expecting a tax refund this year? Whether you file your return online or submit the paperwork by mail, you can track your refund online with the Internal Revenue Service’s “Where’s My Refund” tool. The tool allows you to…
Lack of Mental Capacity: Gathering Evidence Category: News It’s natural that as someone gets older or becomes ill, they may lack mental capacity to make a valid Florida estate plan. This can be a difficult truth to face. Some people…
Buzz Aldrin became the second man to walk on the moon when the Apollo 11 lunar module landed gracefully in the Sea of Tranquility. But in recent years, Aldrin’s relationship with his children has been anything but tranquil. As noted…
Interview with Paul Labiner talks about: Asset Protection Why planning is important What are the benefits of a Revocable Trust The Law Office of Paul S. Labiner Boca Raton Estate Planning Law Office 5499 North Federal Hwy, Suite K, Boca…