Estate Planning

Our Comprehensive Guide to Using 529 Plans for Estate Planning in Florida

Maximize Your Estate Planning with 529 Plans: A Comprehensive Guide for Florida Residents Skip Ahead: Benefits of 529 Plans for Estate Planning 529 Plan Options Available in Florida Tax Advantages…

Estate Planning Wills & Trusts

You’ve Created a Revocable Trust, Now Make Sure to Fund It!

Congratulations! You just signed your revocable trust with your estate planning and probate attorney and have taken a huge step in protecting your family and assets. But just because you…

2 children dressed as judges looking at large law books.

Estate Planning Wills & Trusts

Half-Blood Inheritance: It’s Not Just for Hogwarts (But Estate Planning Is Important)

“Half-blood” isn’t just something you read about in the world of Harry Potter. In the probate world, half-blood inheritance is about how your blood relatives who share only one parent…

A divorce decree document with 2 wedding rings laying on it.

Estate Planning Wills & Trusts

3 Estate Planning Updates You Can’t Ignore During a Divorce

We understand that divorce is a difficult time. However, it can’t be emphasized enough to prioritize your well-being during a divorce, including your financial future. Here are 3 essential updates…

Picture of a toy house and document that says Property Deed.

Estate Planning Probate Wills & Trusts

Why Putting Your Children’s Names on Your House is Not a Good Idea

If you’re thinking about adding your kids to the deed to your home, this blog will tell you all the reasons why that is NOT a good idea. Risks of…

Florida Homestead & Inheritance Rules for Married Couples - SJF Law Group

Estate Planning Wills & Trusts

Florida Homestead: Inheritance Rules for Married Couples (2025 Guide)

Introduction Florida homestead laws protect families but also impose strict limits on inheritance. If you are married and own a homestead, you cannot leave it to just anyone in your…

Estate Planning Probate

What Happens If You Die Without A Will in Florida?

Dying Without a Will: When State Law Dictates Your Legacy Frequently, clients ask our estate attorneys about the consequences of passing away without a will. When someone dies without a…

Estate Planning Probate Wills & Trusts

How Avoiding Probate Can Save You Time, Money, and Hassle

https://youtube.com/shorts/XHjywgE12Pk?si=NKsblUUs7aE4mrOa Understanding Probate: The Court Process for Settling an Estate Perhaps you have encountered the concept of probate. If you have not, probate is the legal process of administering…

Estate Planning Wills & Trusts

Young Adults Entering College Need an Estate Plan

Turning eighteen is an exciting time for young adults who are going off to college or starting their careers. But reaching the age of majority means that your child…

Estate Planning Probate Wills & Trusts

Understanding the Legality of Video Wills in Florida

Movies inspire all sorts of creative ideas, including the notion of video wills. However, can you really create a legally binding will through video in Florida? Let’s examine the…

About The Firm

Since 2011, SJF Law Group has been helping clients protect their families with estate planning, probate & trust administration. We pride ourselves on combining the personalized service and attention of a boutique firm, with the talent and legal acumen of a large firm.

Cookie	Duration	Description
cookielawinfo-checkbox-analytics	11 months	This cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Analytics".
cookielawinfo-checkbox-functional	11 months	The cookie is set by GDPR cookie consent to record the user consent for the cookies in the category "Functional".
cookielawinfo-checkbox-necessary	11 months	This cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. The cookies is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Necessary".
cookielawinfo-checkbox-others	11 months	This cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Other.
cookielawinfo-checkbox-performance	11 months	This cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Performance".
viewed_cookie_policy	11 months	The cookie is set by the GDPR Cookie Consent plugin and is used to store whether or not user has consented to the use of cookies. It does not store any personal data.

Estate Planning

Our Comprehensive Guide to Using 529 Plans for Estate Planning in Florida

You’ve Created a Revocable Trust, Now Make Sure to Fund It!

Half-Blood Inheritance: It’s Not Just for Hogwarts (But Estate Planning Is Important)

3 Estate Planning Updates You Can’t Ignore During a Divorce

Why Putting Your Children’s Names on Your House is Not a Good Idea

Florida Homestead: Inheritance Rules for Married Couples (2025 Guide)

What Happens If You Die Without A Will in Florida?

How Avoiding Probate Can Save You Time, Money, and Hassle

Young Adults Entering College Need an Estate Plan

Understanding the Legality of Video Wills in Florida

About The Firm

Our Awards

About the Firm

From the Blog

Contact Information