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The Hierarchy of Creditors
When the decedent owes more money than he left behind, who gets paid?
Deed Fraud Targets Probate Properties
Leaving Assets to Minors: Guardianship, Trusts & the UTMA
When clients want to leave their assets to minor beneficiaries, we almost always will recommend that the assets are left “in trust” as opposed to devising the assets directly to the minor children. In Florida, assets left directly to beneficiaries will often need to...
Monique Lavender Greenberg named to Super Lawyers “Rising Star” List
Lavender Greenberg PLLC is proud to announce that Shareholder Monique Lavender Greenberg has been selected to the 2019 Florida Rising Stars list. Each year, no more than 2.5 percent of the lawyers in the state are selected by the research team at Super Lawyers to...
What is probate?
Probate is the court-supervised process for identifying and gathering the decedent’s assets; paying taxes, claims and expenses; and distributing assets to beneficiaries. The Florida Probate Code is found in Chapters 731 through 735 of the Florida Statutes.
What is an Assignment of Personal Property?
An Assignment of Personal Property assigns all of your personal property to your trust, except for vehicles like automobiles, boats and jet skis. This usually avoids the burdensome task of inventorying, appraising and probating expensive items like electronics and...
What is a Revocable Trust?
Your Revocable Trust (also called a Living Trust) is a valuable tool that helps you manage assets during life and upon your passing. The trust will use your social security number during your life and all losses and gains will be reported on your tax documents as if...
What is a Designation of Healthcare Surrogate for Minor Children?
A Designation of Healthcare Surrogate for Minor Children nominates an individual to make medical decisions for your minor child if you are unable or unwilling to do so. It also specifies the types of treatment your surrogate is allowed to consent to and names...
What is an Authorization for Release of Protected Health Information?
Often called a "HIPAA Release", an Authorization for Release of Protected Health Information is an important part of your estate plan.This document designates the family members and/or other individuals who would be considered an "Authorized Person" under the...
Why does my estate plan include a Designation of Preneed Guardian?
The execution of a valid durable power of attorney and healthcare surrogate make the need for a court-appointed guardian unlikely. However, if a court proceeding determines that a guardian must be appointed over you, the. Designation of Preneed Guardian nominates a...
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