Do You Need a Probate Attorney?

Probate is the process of administering an estate after someone passes away in Florida. Even though you are grieving a lost loved one, you still have to go through the legal process, and the individual appointed (by a will or by the probate court) will need to serve as the deceased’s personal representative, also known as an executor.

While many probate cases go relatively smoothly, there are complications that can arise, which can add time and expense to the process – not to mention stress in an already stressful situation. If there is a probate dispute, there can be a lot at stake, depending on the nature of the estate. Never hesitate to discuss any concerns with a Boca Raton probate attorney if you believe you might need legal assistance.

Some situations in which you might benefit from the representation of a probate attorney:

• There is no will, and you believe that you should be an heir to the estate.
• You believe that the will or some of its terms are invalid due to undue influence, misrepresentation, fraud, lack of capacity, or another issue.
• You think the personal representative is breaching their fiduciary duty by showing bias, acting in a self-serving manner, or mismanaging estate property.
• You are the personal representative, and you are facing claims regarding your alleged misconduct or will contests.
• You are the personal representative and believe that certain creditor claims are invalid.

In any of these scenarios, you can benefit from having legal assistance from a probate lawyer. An attorney will know how to support your position and work to resolve any disputes as efficiently as possible.

Discuss Concerns with a Boca Raton Probate Lawyer

At Rubino Findley PLLC, we assist families and personal representatives with the probate process. Contact us to learn how we can relieve the stress of your probate conflict today.