Recent Blog Posts
Why Do Property Owners File Partition Actions?
When co-owners of a property cannot agree on how or when to sell their premises, a partition action is sometimes necessary. Partition actions force the sale of the premises. Or less commonly, if the property type allows for it, the property can be divided into different sections, giving one co-owner control over part of… Read More »
FAQs About Advance Directives
It is natural to want to avoid thinking about unpleasant topics, such as what would happen if you suddenly became incapacitated due to illness or injury. An advance directive informs your doctor and other healthcare providers the type of care you want to receive, or do not want to receive, if you cannot make… Read More »
When is it Too Late to Draft an Estate Plan?
You may have thought about creating a will, trust, or other important aspects of an estate plan. If the thought has crossed your mind many times in the past but you still have not yet formalized your wishes, you are not alone. Putting off estate planning is very easy to do, as it is… Read More »
How Can a New Port Richey Probate Administration Lawyer Help You?
After a person passes away, their estate must often go through the probate process. During probate, the person’s will is validated, if there was one left behind. Any property belonging to the deceased is also distributed according to the provisions in the will or Florida’s intestacy laws. Probate can take anywhere from a few… Read More »
FAQs About Probate in New Port Richey
Probate is a process that administers a person’s estate after they pass away. The process is overseen by the probate courts in New Port Richey. Most people have heard of the probate process, even if they have never been through it themselves. However, they do not know what it entails, how long it will… Read More »
Pros and Cons of a Durable Power of Attorney
A durable power of attorney is a very important estate planning document for many people in New Port Richey, and throughout Florida. These legal documents allow an individual, known as the principal, to select another person to become their agent. If there is ever a time the principal cannot make financial, medical, or legal… Read More »
Estate Planning Checklist for New Parents
One of life’s biggest blessings is welcoming a new child into your family. Of course, along with the immense joy a new child brings, there are also many responsibilities and these require diligent planning. Estate planning is important for all adults but this is particularly true for new parents. With a comprehensive estate plan,… Read More »
Common Myths About Probate in New Port Richey
The majority of people have experienced the tragedy of losing someone they love. Even those who have not have known someone grieving a loved one and managing the legal, financial, and personal affairs of the deceased. Due to this, there are many myths about the probate process in New Port Richey, and many of… Read More »
The Risks of Not Designating a Power of Attorney
Many adults understand that they should draft a last will and testament. However, your will is not the only important part of your overall estate plan. There are many other legal documents you may want to draft that will protect your best interests. Unlike your will, some of these documents are effective during your… Read More »
FAQs About Wills in New Port Richey
Last wills and testaments, more commonly simply referred to as ‘wills’ are legal documents that outline your wishes after you pass away. The main purpose of a will is to allow you to specify how you would like your property distributed upon your death, but you can also use them to name a personal… Read More »
