Experienced Probate And Trust Administration Lawyer Helping You Through The Process In Miami
When a loved one passes, it is a trying time, and one of the last things you will want to be dealing with are the complications that may arise in locating assets, federal estate taxes, estate and trust income taxes, and maintaining communication with the beneficiaries.
I am attorney Nelson C. Keshen, and I have decades of experience successfully resolving will and probate-related concerns. Even if your loved one dies without a will, I will use my years of experience and extensive legal knowledge to guide you through the complex probate process in Miami.
Providing The Support And Guidance You Need
I am here to help you if you need probate and trust administration assistance. The probate process often involves making business decisions, tax timing decisions, clearing title to real property, and communicating with beneficiaries to avoid misunderstandings and disputes. Even in the absence of a well-drafted estate planning document, I have the probate law and trust law experience to guide you.
These are some of the most commonly requested probate and trust services I provide.
- Preparing and filing the necessary documents to probate the will
- Determining beneficiaries
- Locating assets and preparing an inventory
- Resolving claims of creditors
- Resolving tax issues, whether they be estate tax or income tax issues
- Distributing assets to the beneficiaries
- Most importantly, explain to the beneficiaries the process of administering an estate and trust and their interests in the estate and trust
I strongly believe what makes a trust and probate lawyer great is not only their knowledge, but also their ability to treat clients with compassion and consideration. My goal is to reach the outcome you desire and decrease the amount of stress the probate administration process can create.
What Does Probate Look Like In Florida?
Navigating the probate process in Florida can be complex and emotionally taxing, especially during a time of loss. As an experienced Miami probate and trust administration attorney, I am here to guide you through every step of the probate and trust administration processes.
Probate is the procedure through which a deceased person’s will is validated by the court, and their estate is administered. In Florida, every estate must go through probate to distribute assets to beneficiaries. If there is a valid will in place, the probate court will follow the wishes outlined in the will. Without a will, Florida’s intestacy laws will determine how the assets are distributed.
The probate process in Florida typically involves several key steps:
- Filing: The process begins with filing the deceased’s will with the local circuit court and formally appointing an executor or personal representative.
- Notice: Creditors and relevant parties are notified of the death so they may file any claims against the estate.
- Inventory: An inventory of the estate’s assets is created and valued.
- Paying debts and taxes: The estate’s debts, expenses and taxes are paid.
- Distribution: Remaining assets are distributed to the beneficiaries as directed by the will or by state law if there is no will.
As your attorney, I will assist you by filing the necessary paperwork, representing you in court, managing estate taxes, and ensuring that the distribution of assets is conducted according to the decedent’s wishes or state law. My role is to alleviate the burden on you during this challenging time by handling the legal intricacies with the compassion you deserve.
Don’t Go Through The Probate Process Alone
If you are facing the prospect of probate or need assistance with trust administration in Miami, do not hesitate to reach out to me at Nelson C. Keshen, P.A. I am an experienced probate and trust administration lawyer committed to providing compassionate and efficient legal services to make this process as smooth and straightforward as possible. You can reach me by calling 305-517-3577 or by filling out an online contact form to send me a message.