Probate & Trust Administration
What Is Probate?
Probate is the legal process of administering an estate after someone passes away. While it’s often seen as time-consuming, expensive, and stressful, we’re here to make the process as quick and painless as possible.
For many families, probate can feel overwhelming—with court forms, deadlines, and legal requirements that are difficult to navigate during a time of grief.
That’s where we come in.
We’re here to simplify the probate process, guiding you every step of the way to ensure everything is handled efficiently, legally, and compassionately.
What are the different types of Probate Proceedings in Florida?
Summary Administration
✅ For assets less than $75,000
✅ When decedent has been dead over two years
✅ Shorter proceeding
FORMAL ADMINISTRATION
✅ For assets over $75,000
✅ When you need a personal representative appointed
✅ Deals with creditors
TESTATE PROCEEDING
✅ When the person died with a will
✅ We admit the will to probate
✅ Follow what the will says
INTESTATE PROCEEDING
✅ When the person dies without a will
✅ The State of Florida tells you who gets what since there’s no will
✅ Try to avoid this
ANCILLARY ADMINISTRATION
✅ For a Non-Resident of FL
✅ Secondary probate in FL - Usually for real estate
✅ Main probate is in decedent’s home state
