3 Things to Know About Florida Gun Trusts
A gun trust is an important consideration for gun lovers and collectors who are thinking about their estate planning, because owning firearms presents a serious problem. Why? Because the law…
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A Look at Second Marriages and Florida Estate Planning
According to statistics, the divorce rate in the United States in 2020 (excluding California, Hawaii, Indiana, Minnesota, and New Mexico) for every 1,000 people was 2.3. While that is lower…
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Are Oral or Handwritten (Holographic) Wills Valid in Florida?
As an estate and probate lawyer in Plantation Florida, Samantha J. Fitzgerald is often asked whether oral or handwritten Wills are valid in Florida. Many people wait a bit too…
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3 Things to Consider When Deciding How to Own Rental Property.
If you own rental property, it can be a great investment. But being a landlord comes with its own set of complications and risks. Top among them are tax implications…
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Undue Influence in Florida Estate Contests: What Courts Actually Look At
Why This Question Comes Up So Often Almost every contested estate involves someone who was closer to the decedent than other family members, often a caregiver child, a new spouse,…
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It All Goes to Betty…Or Bobby…Or Sally…Or…: Why Naming Alternates is Critical for Estate Planning.
A comprehensive estate plan requires careful consideration and planning as well as a thorough knowledge of the applicable state laws. An estate plan requires executing a number of legal documents.…
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Not Just a Rubber Stamp: The Importance of Notarizing a Will and Doing It Correctly.
So often we see Wills (“Last Will and Testament”) that have defective notary blocks. While there are several different types of defects, some of the more common include: Failing to…
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When “X” Marks the Will: Is an “X” a Valid Signature for Your Will?
Most people assume that signing a will requires a full legal signature like the kind you’d put on a contract or a check. But what if the person making the…
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3 Situations When You Should Amend Your Revocable Trust, and 1 When You Should Revoke It Altogether.
We frequently mention how flexible revocable living trusts are as an estate planning tool. But there are times when you may need to amend your revocable trust, and there is…
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I Object! What Happens if You Object to a Will or Claim in Probate?
Any number of difficult and painful situations can arise during the probate of a Last Will and Testament (“Will”). One particularly difficult and emotional situation that can arise is when…
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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.
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