Florida probate, handled with care.
When a loved one dies owning property in their own name, a Florida probate administration is usually needed to collect assets, pay valid debts, and transfer what remains to the beneficiaries. In Florida, the personal representative generally must be represented by an attorney.
Estate planning and probate consultations are free. Book online or call us at (941) 704-4049.

Probate Administration
When a loved one dies owning property in their own name, a Florida probate administration is usually needed to collect assets, pay valid debts, and transfer what remains to the beneficiaries. In Florida, the personal representative generally must be represented by an attorney.
We guide personal representatives and families through each step: opening the case, publishing notice to creditors, inventorying assets, resolving claims, and distributing the estate. Because so many Florida estates include real estate, we also handle the homestead determinations, deeds, and sales of estate property that move the case to closing.
Further reading: How a Florida lady bird deed avoids probate
Book a Free ConsultationProbate Administration: what’s included
The scope below is typical for this matter type; exact scope is confirmed at the consultation.
- Formal administration
- Summary administration for smaller estates
- Ancillary administration for out-of-state decedents
- Petitions to determine homestead
- Notice to creditors and claim review
- Sale or transfer of estate real estate
- Estate closing and final distribution
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Estate planning and probate consultations are free. Book online or call us at (941) 704-4049.
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