by Carol Grant | Sep 27, 2024 | Estate Planning, Probate
Estate planning is crucial for everyone, especially people of color. Many Black and Hispanic families are less likely to have an estate plan, leading to challenges when a loved one passes away. Black inheritance and Hispanic inheritance often face drawn-out probate...
by Carol Grant | Aug 29, 2024 | Estate Planning, Probate
Formal probate in Florida typically takes nine to twelve months. Part of that timeline is fixed by law: the state requires a three-month window for creditors to file claims before anything is distributed. Add court scheduling, asset valuation, and the paperwork a...
by Carol Grant | Feb 27, 2024 | Estate Planning, Probate
As an estate planning attorney in a probate law firm in Miami-Dade county, I’ve witnessed many parents consider adding a child to the deed of their home with good intentions. They often view this as a simple strategy to ensure that their property seamlessly...
by Carol Grant | Sep 13, 2023 | Estate Planning, Probate, Will
If you own a home in Florida, you’ve probably heard horror stories about probate, the lengthy, expensive court process that can tie up your property for months or even years after you pass away. While your family grieves, they’re stuck dealing with legal...
by Carol Grant | Mar 10, 2023 | Elder Law, Estate Planning, Probate
Seniors in particular think about remarrying with an understandable degree of concern. Maybe your last relationship ended in a divorce, or there’ve been too many dating disasters. However, according to a recent article from MSN, “Planning to remarry after a divorce? 6...
