When a person dies, their assets may be distributed in a number of different ways, depending on the prior steps taken by that person to plan for future beneficiaries. The Law Office of Mark E. Parsons offers numerous estate planning tools for clients that are designed to maximize tax savings while ensuring that assets are distributed in accordance with a client’s wishes. In addition, attorney Mark E. Parsons has exceptional experience with all areas of probate law, including trusts, estates, and wills.
Do not let the government decide who will receive your real and personal property or who will take care of your minor children if you die or become incapacitated. If a person dies without a will, known as dying intestate, his or her property will be distributed according to a formula defined by Florida law governing intestate inheritance. The law is rather rigid; it only recognizes relatives (thereby excluding a decedent's friends, lovers, or favorite charities) and makes no exception for anyone in unusual need. The court will appoint an administrator to dispose of the estate according to Florida's intestate laws after all taxes and expenses have been paid and other claims have been settled. Although it is easy to convince yourself that there is plenty of time to create a will, the consequences of procrastinating can be grave if it is discovered upon your death that no will exists.
Probate is the process for enforcing or challenging a will after a person’s
death, which begins when a deceased’s will is submitted to the probate
court. The probate court then appoints a personal representative for
the deceased’s estate and resolves any challenges to the validity of
the will. If a loved one or relative has recently died, attorney Mark
E. Parsons can help ease your burdens by ensuring that your interests are protected
and represented during probate proceedings.
Attorney Mark E. Parsons will listen closely to you and
make every effort to satisfy your requests regarding
the distribution of your property after death and the appointment
of guardians for minor children. You owe it to both yourself and your
loved ones to experience the peace of mind that comes from knowing your wishes
will be enforced. Whether you are looking to plan for your future or
involved in a will dispute, you can trust attorney Mark E. Parsons to
look out for your best interests. He will take a professional,
practical approach in protecting your legal interests, while taking into account
the often emotionally-charged issues relating to probate law.
