Probate Attorney In St. Petersburg Guides Heirs through Probate Process

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. - Dec. 6, 2013 - PRLog -- When a loved one passes away, there are a number of things the family has to do: plan a memorial service, make burial arrangements and, of course, go through the stages of grieving. In the days and weeks following the death, you may start thinking about the deceased’s wishes for their belongings and estate. Hiring a probate attorney in St. Petersburg at the Law Offices of David P. Folkenflik, P.A., can help a family sort through the complex process of probating a will.

Types Of Proceedings

When it comes to the actual process, there are two ways probate proceedings work in Florida:

  •   Formal Administration, which involves a personal representative designated by the decedent in the will or appointed by the court. This process must be used if the person has died within the last two years and their assets total more than $75,000, not including the deceased’s primary residence.
  •   Summary Administration, which is a shortened process used when the estate is worth less than $75,000 including the primary residence or if the person has been deceased more than two years.

Depending on the circumstances involved in each case, probate can take anywhere from six months to a year. Because of the legalese surrounding probate, it is a good idea to find a probate attorney in St. Petersburg who can help you and your family during your time of need. For more information on how to navigate the probate process, visit The Law Offices of David P. Folkenflik, P.A. (http://www.flwillstrusts.com/)


About The Law Offices Of David P. Folkenflik, P.A.

David P. Folkenflik, PA, is a St. Petersburg law firm handling Estate Planning and Probate Law matters in Florida. They help clients formulate effective Estate Plans by preparing Wills, Trusts, Powers of Attorney, and Health Care Surrogate Designations. The firm's probate lawyers handle Trust Administrations and assist Personal Representatives and Trustees during the probate process in St. Petersburg, Pinellas Park, Largo, Seminole, Dunedin, Palm Harbor, Clearwater, Tierra Verde, St. Pete Beach, Indian Rocks, Belleair, and throughout the state of Florida. Visit <a href=”http://www.flwillstrusts.com/”>www.flwillstrusts.com...; to learn more about the firm.