As an estate lawyer, it is not uncommon to have clients ask that their Will or Trust be prepared directing that their primary residence (i.e. their homestead) be sold upon their death. Often their motivation will be to avoid disputes among their children over the...
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Month: January 2017
What is Ancillary Probate Administration in Florida?
In Florida, it is not uncommon for persons to own real property or other assets in the state while not being residents of the state. Each Winter, residents of northern states travel to their Florida properties to spend the cold months in Florida's warm weather. Many...
A Surviving Spouse’s Right to Florida Homestead When There’s No Will
The laws in Florida governing homestead real property can be complex and confusing. This is particularly true when the homestead is titled in the name of only one spouse who dies and does not leave a Will or Trust devising the homestead to the surviving spouse....
Are Non-Compete Agreements Enforceable Against a Former Employee in Florida?
Employers sometimes ask their employees to sign non-compete agreements which limit the employees from competing against the employer after their employment ends. These agreements are sometimes referred to as "covenants not to compete." In other words, if a person is...
