Hialeah Probate Attorney
Overcoming Miami-Dade County Probate and Trust Administration Challenges
Have you been asked to administer a loved one’s estate in Hialeah or Miami-Dade County? Are you having trouble with the probate process? If so, Adrian Philip Thomas, P.A., can help.
Call our Hialeah probate lawyer today at (954) 764-7273 or contact us online to put a Board-Certified Specialist in your corner for any of our probate and trust services.
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Is the Probate Process Always Required?
No, the probate process is not always required. This is why we suggest that anyone who is considering going through the process speak with a Hialeah lawyer who is experienced with administration and probate proceedings.
Avoiding probate can simplify the transfer of assets and reduce the time and costs associated with settling an estate. Here are several strategies to consider:
- Establish a Living Trust: A revocable living trust allows you to transfer ownership of your assets into the trust while you are alive. Upon your passing, the assets can be distributed directly to your beneficiaries without going through probate.
- Joint Ownership: Holding property as joint tenants with rights of survivorship means that upon your death, the surviving owner automatically inherits the property, bypassing probate. This method is often used for real estate and bank accounts.
- Beneficiary Designations: Many financial accounts, such as life insurance policies and retirement accounts, allow you to name beneficiaries. Upon your death, these assets transfer directly to the named beneficiaries, avoiding probate.
- Payable-on-Death (POD) Accounts: You can designate bank accounts as payable-on-death to a specific beneficiary. This ensures that funds are transferred directly to that individual without the need for probate.
- Gifts During Lifetime: Giving away assets while you are still alive can reduce the size of your estate and minimize probate. However, be mindful of gift tax implications and the impact on your financial situation.
- Use of Small Estate Procedures: In Florida, estates valued under a certain threshold may qualify for simplified probate procedures, allowing for a quicker and less formal process.
Engaging a knowledgeable attorney in Hialeah can help you explore these options and create a comprehensive estate plan tailored to your needs, ensuring your assets are protected and transferred smoothly.
Providing Hialeah Clients the Support They Need
Through our estate and trust litigation and probate success, we have attained the best possible results for our clients through the Hialeah and Miami-Dade County probate court.
If you find yourself facing the probate process in Miami, don’t hesitate to reach out to Adrian Philip Thomas, P.A. Our dedicated team of probate lawyers is here to assist you every step of the way. Whether you need help with probate administration, will validation, asset inventory, or any other related services, we are prepared to provide the support you need.
Let our Board-Certified attorney help make sure the probate process goes smoothly.
Call our lawyers at (954) 764-7273 or reach out online for help during the Hialeah and Miami-Dade County probate process