by Laurie Ohall | Jun 15, 2021 | Probate
Our Hillsborough County probate lawyers know the steps to take after the loss a loved one can be overwhelming, but requesting a death certificate is a great place to get started. You will need a death certificate to complete many of the administrative tasks that you...
by Laurie Ohall | Mar 8, 2021 | Probate
After the loss of a loved one, we often hear from family members who are overwhelmed or confused by the probate process necessary to administer his or her estate. How to navigate Hillsborough County probate really depends on the value of the assets left behind in the...
by Laurie Ohall | Nov 10, 2020 | Probate
When a person dies without a will here in Florida, they are said to have died “intestate,” and all decisions regarding their estate will be dictated by state law and the local probate court. Without a will, a judge will also bear the responsibility of choosing an...
by Laurie Ohall | Sep 24, 2020 | Probate
Florida probate lawyers often hear from individuals who were named as an Executor in a loved one’s will and are now struggling to understand their role, responsibilities, and what to do next to close out the estate. Sometimes we hear from folks who didn’t even know...
by Laurie Ohall | Aug 28, 2020 | Probate
A lot of people have concerns about going through the Hillsborough County probate process after the loss of a loved one because they’ve heard it’s time-consuming and costly. What many people don’t realize, however, is that not every asset has to go through a lengthy...
by Laurie Ohall | Jul 8, 2020 | Estate Planning, Probate
Most people have mortgages on their homes, and loved ones are often surprised that a mortgage doesn’t magically disappear when the property owner passes away. We often hear from heirs who want to know what their options are for dealing with an outstanding mortgage as...
