Celebrity Estate Lessons: Heath Ledger and the Importance of Domicile
The loss of a young life is always tragic. And sometimes, if it is the death of a celebrity, it hits home for so many of us — because, having…
Read MoreWills & Trusts
Casey Kasem & Larry King: Celebrity Estate Planning Disasters
Celebrities entertain and amuse us. And following their lives can be so exciting. There is so much to focus on: celebrity fashions, weight gain and weight loss, endless marriages and…
Read More
2 Ways to Resign as Trustee in Florida
As we have mentioned before, the job of a trustee is a critical one. But it’s not easy. A trustee is a fiduciary. As such, he or she has a…
Read More
Off to College? Don’t Forget to Pack These 3 Critical Estate Planning Documents.
Death can strike anyone at any time. It does not afflict only the old and feeble. Death can come unexpectedly even to young, vibrant college students. We see this all…
Read More
Don’t Leave Without Me: Florida’s Simultaneous Death Laws
In our business, trusts and estate law, we have to anticipate some of the more difficult and heart-rending situations. Like simultaneous death. However unlikely, such tragedies do occur. One heartbreaking…
Read More
2 Reasons Why You Should Not Put Your Children’s Names on the Deed to Your Home
Let’s say you’re getting older. (We all are, right?) And you’re concerned about passing on your home to your children. Should you put your children’s names on the deed to…
Read More
2 Fast Facts About Filing a Will in Florida
At the time of your death, your personal representative has to file your Will with the probate court. There is plenty to know about drafting and filing a Last Will…
Read More
The 2 Types of Special Needs Trusts
A special needs trust (sometimes called a “supplemental needs trust” or abbreviated “SNT”) is a trust that is set up to take care of a disabled individual. This may be…
Read More
What a Probate Lawyer Does for You That No One Else Does
Not everyone likes lawyers—until they need one, that is. Then your local attorney goes from “zero” to “hero.” But what, exactly, do attorneys do for you? Most of us may…
Read More
If You Are “In Terrorem” of a Will Contest, Can You Include a “No Contest” Clause in Your Florida Will?
If you anticipate that a disgruntled heir is going to challenge your Last Will and Testament (“Will”) after you die, can you include a “no contest” clause in your Florida…
Read MoreAbout 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.
Our Awards
