Sometimes the legal terms used by lawyers to refer to the different persons associated with Florida trusts can be confusing. In an effort to better understand how Florida trusts function, it is helpful to be …
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Coronavirus Florida Attorneys | Real Estate & Estate Planning Attorneys
Coronavirus Florida Attorneys | Real Estate & Estate Planning Attorneys These days, everybody seems to be talking about a different type of Corona. The Coronavirus or what is now known as Coronavirus COVID-19 is taking …
What to Expect in your Initial Consultation with an Attorney
It is always a tough decision to hire an attorney and in many circumstances it can be intimidating. A lot of times, you are at the end of the rope and have no where else …
What happens if I die without a Will in Florida | 561.699.0399
What happens if I die without a Will in Florida? Before we answer this question, the Lantana Wills Attorneys at The Law Office of Ryan S. Shipp, PLLC recommend that ALL adults should either have a …
Do I need a Florida Will? | 561.699.0399
Many of our clients always seem to always ask us Do I need a Florida Will? Our answer is – we recommend that ALL adults have some type of Florida estate planning in place. A Florida …
Lantana Wills Lawyers
Are you in need of Lantana Wills Lawyers? Florida Wills and Estate Planning is a very important part of your future that protects your rights and wishes when you are no longer able to do so …
Different Types of Florida Powers of Attorney | 561.699.0399
Our West Palm Beach Estate Planning Attorneys believe that a Florida power of attorney is a critical tool in the estate planner’s toolbox. This vehicle empowers an individual to serve as your “attorney-in-fact” or agent, in …
Is A Florida Pour-Over Will Different Than A Regular Will?
A Florida pour-over will is indeed different than a regular Florida will. The primary difference is that a regular will serves the purpose of instructing the Court as to how to distribute the assets remaining …
Understanding The Living Will, The Healthcare Power Of Attorney And The Do Not Resuscitate Order in Florida
When it comes to planning for the golden years and beyond, some people procrastinate, and others neglect to do so all together until it is too late. This is certainly understandable because facing one’s own …
What Are The Duties And Obligations Of A Trustee Under Florida Law?
Our West Palm Beach Revocable Trust Attorneys are often asked- What Are The Duties And Obligations Of A Trustee Under Florida Law? Serving as the trustee of a trust is a significant responsibility. Florida law …
What Is A Florida Revocable Trust And Why Is It Important?
As Wills, Trusts & Estates Attorneys, we are often asked what Is A Florida Revocable Trust And Why Is It Important? A Florida revocable living trust is a legal document used to facilitate the administration of your …
Why is a Florida Last Will and Testament important?
Why is a Florida Last Will and Testament important? Estate Planning is crucial for all individuals to determine their wishes and desires during end-of-life procedures. As Florida has the highest population of senior citizens, it …
Florida Special Needs Trusts | West Palm Beach Trust Attorneys
Our West Palm Beach Trust Attorneys are frequently asked what are special needs trusts? Florida Special Needs Trusts, also sometimes known as Florida Supplemental Needs Trusts, are created in order to provide financial assistance to individuals with …
Revocable vs. Irrevocable Trust Florida
A common question that our clients always ask, is what are the differences between a Florida revocable and irrevocable trust? For those considering a trust, understanding the purposes of each of these trusts is crucial …
Change Last Will and Testament in West Palm Beach
Many questions have recently been raised regarding edits and/or changes to a Last Will and Testament. Does the testator need a completely new Last Will and Testament or can a Codicil (amendment) suffice? A …
Florida Will Basic Requirements
What are the Florida Will Basic Requirements? Having a Will drafted is one of the most important things you can do for yourself and your family. By having a proper Florida Will in place, you …
Claim to Assets After Florida Divorce
The West Palm Beach Estate Planning Attorneys at The Law Office of Ryan S. Shipp, PLLC are quite often asked what Claim to Assets after Florida Divorce do I have? Upon a marriage, a spouse inherits …
Does Life Insurance policies pass to the Beneficiary “outside” of the Last Will and Testament?
Many individuals in Florida, along with their estate planning documents, choose to procure life insurance policies to protect their loved ones in the event of their passing. When filling out a life insurance policy, an …
Moving to Florida Do I Need a New Will?
As one of the fastest growing states, Florida sees an influx of new residents with estate planning documents from all across the country. These new Florida residents then contemplate drafting new estate planning documents to …
Will Revocation in Florida
Do you need a Will Revocation in Florida? Are you curious to know what a Will Revocation in Florida is? Before making a Will Revocation in Florida, The Law Office of Ryan S. Shipp, PLLC …
