3 Common Will Provisions and the Rationales Behind Them.
We firmly believe that everyone over the age of 18 should have a Last Will and Testament (“Will”), trust or other provision for the distribution of property, along with necessary…
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2 Trusts You May Not Have Heard Of.
Spendthrift trusts. Revocable living trusts. Irrevocable living trusts. Special needs trusts. Charitable trusts. Constructive trusts … You may have heard of these trusts. But there may be some trusts you…
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Calling All Artists, Authors, and Musicians: Estate Planning and Copyrights.
When we think about estate planning and the property we want to pass on to our loved ones, the family home, 401K accounts, bank accounts, cars, jewelry, and other tangible…
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The 2 Tiers of Intestacy Laws in Florida.
If you die without having made a Last Will and Testament (“Will”), trust or other provision for the distribution of your property, it will be distributed according to Florida’s laws…
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3 Reasons Why Young Adults Need Their Own Estate Planning Documents Now!
You’re young adults. You’re healthy. You’re on top of the world. You’ve got some stuff, but you haven’t accumulated a lot of wealth yet. Maybe you’re a college student.…
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Got a Car? Then You Need to Know About Florida’s “Dangerous Instrumentality Doctrine.”
You may not think of your car as your greatest liability, but it can be. If you own a car, chances are you will lend it out from time to…
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3 Important Factors You Should Know About Digital Assets and Estate Planning
You might be surprised to learn that digital assets and estate planning are becoming increasingly important considerations. In recent months, cryptocurrency has continued to live up to its reputation for…
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What is Fiduciary Litigation?
Trusts have trustees. Probate estates have personal representatives. Those who are incapacitated or incapable of acting for themselves (like children) have a legal guardian or conservator. What do all these…
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3 Possible Signs of Estate Mismanagement
Estate mismanagement is more common that you might expect, whether accidental or intentional. Florida law requires a personal representative (also known as an “executor” or “administrator”) to carry out a…
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Tangible or Intangible Personal Property: Why it Matters in Estate Planning.
The purpose of a comprehensive estate plan is to decide how to handle your assets during your lifetime and then how to distribute them when you die. Most people readily…
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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.
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