Many people try to avoid probate, but it's easier said than done.  Although many assets are non-probateable, oftentimes there are assets that require the process.  It's not as bad as you may think, but, at least in some instances, you'll be required to hire a Florida attorney.  Generally speaking, the probate process is in place to protect creditors from losing out on their claims when the debtor dies.  It allows creditors to submit a claim in the probate and to be paid out of the estate.

There are primarily two types of estates under the Florida Probate Code.

Summary Administration
This is the probate process required for estates from $5,000 to $75,000.  It's an quicker process than is required for larger estates and oftentimes only requires one court appearance. 

Formal Administration
This is the process for estates greater than $75,000.  They could be $76,000 and they could be millions.  This process requires additional procedure to better protect creditors, including formal service on known creditors and publication of the probate.  

Administering an estate through the probate process is necessary unless the complete estate is devised through a trust or other non-probate instruments with rights of survivorship. Because it is almost impossible to put every piece of property into one of these instruments, administration of the estate is likely required. Contact our office today to arrange for our administration of your or a loved one's estate through the probate process.  We have dedicated staff practicing exclusively in probate to ensure the expertise and attention your file deserves.  

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