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...
3 Dangers of Probate You Should Know By: Barry E. Haimo, Esq. September 6, 2021 When considering estate planning, you’ll hear a lot of talk about “avoiding probate.” But what is probate, and what are the dangers of probate you should know? Probate refers to the legal...
How the Coronavirus Is Disrupting the Probate Court Process By: Barry E. Haimo, Esq. May 14, 2020 COVID-19 is disrupting many important things in everyday life. From school closures to working remotely, it’s changing the landscape of how things are done in America —...
By: Barry E. Haimo, Esq. June 29, 2017 Handling assets after a loved one’s death is never easy. Bumps in the road are inevitable, especially if they had a large or complicated estate. If you are preparing to begin the probate process for a loved one’s estate, know...
