On behalf of The Law Office of Nicole C. Morris, P.A. | Sep 1, 2020 | trust & probate administration
Because of the Supreme Court decision that granted marriage equality, the estate planning process can be much less fraught for same-sex couples who choose to marry. Marriage grants a surviving spouse certain rights by default when the other passes away. The probate...
On behalf of The Law Office of Nicole C. Morris, P.A. | Aug 17, 2020 | trust & probate administration
With the death of your loved one, it is time for you to assume your responsibilities as personal representative per the instructions in the will. Since the estate will go through probate, the probate court will confirm your appointment. Here are four tips to help you...
On behalf of The Law Office of Nicole C. Morris, P.A. | May 11, 2020 | trust & probate administration
The probate process is a mysterious one for many. Until you have a loved one whose estate you administer, you may not fully understand the reason behind it or how it works. In Florida, there are two ways a will goes through probate court. The path largely depends on...
On behalf of The Law Office of Nicole C. Morris, P.A. | Apr 9, 2020 | trust & probate administration
Most people are aware that having a comprehensive estate plan in place is very important to avoid potential legal hardship. However, it is also important to understand what will actually take place if you die without a will. A person who dies without a will has died...
On behalf of The Law Office of Nicole C. Morris, P.A. | Mar 11, 2020 | trust & probate administration
According to Psychology Today, undue influence occurs when an uneven relationship dynamic exists that places an elderly individual at an increased risk for manipulation to the point where he or she acts against his or her own best interests. Undue influence is a...
On behalf of The Law Office of Nicole C. Morris, P.A. | Feb 9, 2020 | trust & probate administration
Probate is an often misunderstood process. Many people fear it because of the many misconceptions about it. However, probate is a good thing that ensures when you die that things happen according to your wishes. There are many people involved in the process to ensure...
On behalf of The Law Office of Nicole C. Morris, P.A. | Feb 4, 2020 | trust & probate administration
You may have heard of the term ancillary probate. According to LegalZoom, ancillary probate occurs when your loved one dies in one state and they own real estate in another state, for example, Florida. This only applies to real estate. It does not apply to personal...
On behalf of The Law Office of Nicole C. Morris, P.A. | Jan 13, 2020 | trust & probate administration
As the executor of an estate, you have many important duties that you must carry out and a lot of responsibility on your shoulders. The person who put you in charge put a lot of faith in you to properly manage the estate. This means you will want to do everything...
On behalf of The Law Office of Nicole C. Morris, P.A. | Nov 18, 2019 | trust & probate administration
When Florida residents decide to make an estate plan that covers their assets and estate if they were to pass away, one of the most important decisions to make is choosing the executor. As you are already one step ahead by setting up an estate plan, there are several...
On behalf of The Law Office of Nicole C. Morris, P.A. | Oct 25, 2019 | trust & probate administration
Although same-sex marriage is now legal in all states including Florida, you and your partner may choose to remain unmarried. In that case, it is important to understand how to approach estate planning so that you may ensure your partner has certain rights and...
