In FL, estates worth $75,000 or more, where the decedent died within the last two years, must go through formal probate proceedings, but there's a lot that goes into this calculation. At Vollrath Law, we've guided countless grieving clients through this territory, equipping them to make informed choices amid grief.
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As a result, you will begin to see the case status Post-Judgement Inactive (PJREPINACT) or Post-Judgement Active (PJREPACT) appear when viewing cases through the Clerk of Court Online Docket or the Florida Courts E-filing Portal.
Probate matters are public record. In many cases, family members can use the court's website to check the status of probate. However, those experiencing difficulties obtaining Florida probate records can reach out to an estate planning lawyer for assistance.
ALTHOUGH YOU ARE NOT REQUIRED TO HAVE AN ATTORNEY FOR CERTAIN PROBATE PROCEEDINGS, ONLY AN ATTORNEY CAN GIVE LEGAL ADVICE. IF YOU CHOOSE TO PROCEED WITHOUT AN ATTORNEY, AT ANY TIME IN YOUR CASE YOU MAY OPT TO HIRE ONE.
ORDER FROM FLORIDA BUREAU OF VITAL STATISTICS. The Bureau of Vital Statistics offers walk-in or mail-in services. To save time, download and complete the forms you need. The Bureau of Vital Statistics may be reached at (904) 359-6900, ext. 9000.
A: Yes, it is possible for estates to be settled in Florida without the probate process. The largest example of this is when assets are held in a revocable living trust, have been designated as jointly owned property with rights of survivorship, or are in accounts that have named beneficiaries.
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