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A Comprehensive Guide to Summary Administration in Florida: Streamlining Probate with Expert Nonlawyer Document Preparation Services

April 20, 2024May 20, 2023

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) Summary Administration in Florida: Streamlining Probate with Expert Nonlawyer Document Preparation Services Summary Administration: Navigating the Simplified Probate Process in Florida Dealing with an estate can often seem like a maze filled with legal jargon and complex procedures. Fortunately, for those in Florida, there’s a more straightforward and faster path available … Read more

Dancing Through Property Sales: Underwriters, Online Notaries, and the Florida Statutes Two-Step

September 20, 2023March 31, 2023

Dancing Through Property Sales: Underwriters, Online Notaries, and the Florida Statutes Two-Step Introduction Selling a property can be a complex process, like a well-choreographed dance with each step leading to a grand finale. However, even the most elegant waltz can be disrupted by a misstep or an unexpected tango with an underwriter. While title companies … Read more

Probate Orders – Petition for Summary Administration

August 17, 2023November 24, 2019

Filing Proposed Orders of Summary Administration and Homestead with the Court There are many challenges that pro se parties face in filing a petition for summary administration in Florida. One such challenge is how to actually get proposed summary administration probate orders in front of a judge to be reviewed and signed. One would think … Read more

Florida Lady Bird Deeds: A Simple Solution for Property Transfer

May 22, 2023

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) Florida Lady Bird Deeds are an increasingly popular way to transfer property ownership while maintaining control over the property during the owner’s lifetime. Also known as an Enhanced Life Estate Deed, this legal instrument is a simple yet effective way to avoid probate and transfer property to heirs without going through … Read more

The ABCs of Quitclaim, Lady Bird Deeds, and Co-ownership in Florida: A User-friendly Guide

May 22, 2023May 20, 2023

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) Introduction Buying or selling property can seem like a tough maze of legal terms and processes. One key piece of this puzzle is the kind of deed used to pass on property. In Florida, quitclaim deeds and lady bird deeds are often used, each in its own way. In this easy-to-understand … Read more

Understanding Florida Advance Directives: Benefits, Uses, and Legal Requirements

May 8, 2023

What is an Advance Directive? An Advance Directive: what is it, why is it important, and how can you make sure yours is legally sound? These are common questions, and understanding the answers is fundamental to ensuring your healthcare wishes are respected. Here at Florida Document Specialists, we specialize in the nonlawyer preparation of Advance … Read more

Florida Electronic Wills: The Importance of a Qualified Custodian for Self-Proving Wills

May 5, 2023May 1, 2023

Florida Qualified Custodian Electronic Wills

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) Florida Self Proving Electronic Wills and Qualified Custodians As technology continues to advance, so does the way we handle legal matters, including estate planning. In Florida, electronic wills have become a popular alternative to traditional paper-based wills. However, to ensure a smooth probate process, it’s crucial to understand that Florida electronic … Read more

Court Access in Florida: The View from Two Perspectives

March 19, 2023January 30, 2019

COURT ACCESS IN FLORIDA: THE VIEW FROM TWO PERSPECTIVES Justice in Florida will be accessible, fair, effective, responsive, and accountable. ~ Vision of the Florida Judicial Branch – 2008 Over ten years ago, these words led the report from the Florida Supreme Court’s Commission on Trial Court Performance and Accountability addressing the issue of Pro … Read more