Why Florida Probate Can Be More Complicated Than Other States By: Barry E. Haimo, Esq. August 11, 2026 If you’ve ever had to handle the estate of a relative in another state, you might assume that settling an estate in Florida works pretty much the same way. Seems...
2026 Florida Probate Udpates By: Barry E. Haimo, Esq. August 3, 2026 The Upside of Probate (Really!) Not every estate needs to avoid probate. For smaller estates or situations where family dynamics are complex, the court’s involvement can provide structure and...
Is Probate Really All Bad? By: Barry E. Haimo, Esq. October 7, 2025 Probate is one of those words that makes many families cringe. It’s often portrayed as a slow, expensive process that ties up your loved ones’ inheritance in endless court proceedings. Because it is....
When you run a business, planning your estate isn’t just about signing over your financial accounts and personal possessions to heirs or completing a power of attorney and outlining medical directives. Most people fail to realize that their business is another asset...
The Mine Field of Probate By: Barry E. Haimo, Esq. September 7, 2022 Probate is the process of winding up someone’s financial and legal affairs. It can be time consuming, expensive and unpredictable. It can also be quite emotionally draining. Most people find it...
Understanding the Probate “Look Through” Rule in Florida By: Barry E. Haimo, Esq. May 12, 2022 Probate administration is never one size fits all. And if a trust-based estate plan was used in combination with a Last Will and Testament, it’s subject to...
