Understanding the Probate “Look Through” Rule in Florida By: Barry E. Haimo, Esq. May 12, 2022 Probate administration is never one size fits all. And if a trust-based estate plan was used in combination with a Last Will and Testament, it’s subject to...
What Happens When a Beneficiary Dies During Probate in Florida? By: Barry E. Haimo, Esq. May 5th, 2022 Probate administration is a common process for many estates in Florida. But what happens when a named beneficiary dies before the probate process is complete? And...
How Florida Probate Affects Adopted Children By: Barry E. Haimo, Esq. April 28, 2022 In the state of Florida, the estate of anyone who dies without a will is subject to probate. And even if the deceased had a will and had assets in their name without a designated...
5 Ways to Avoid Probate in New York By: Barry E. Haimo, Esq. April 14, 2022 If you are taking the time to plan your estate, you probably have your beneficiaries’ best interests in mind. So the last thing you’d want is for your estate to get tied up in probate. New...
A Step-by-Step Guide to Obtaining Letters of Administration in Florida By: Barry E. Haimo, Esq. March 31, 2022 Are you a family member or personal representative of someone who has recently passed away in Florida? If so, you may be wondering what the next steps are in...
How Marriage Affects Probate in Florida By: Barry E. Haimo, Esq. March 24th, 2022 Have you given some thought to how your spouse will be cared for in your estate plan? For many people, it’s important that their partner has financial security if something were to...
