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Florida Probate

Guidance When It 
Matters Most

PROBATE LAW IN FLORIDA

Losing a loved one is difficult.  We help families navigate the probate process with compassion, clarity, and experience.

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Probate is the court-supervised process of administering a loved one's estate.

Whether the estate is simple or complex, our goal is to protect your family's interests, honor your loved one's wishes, and help you move forward with confidence.

Florida Probate Overview

Disposition Without Administration

DISPOSITION

WITHOUT

ADMINISTRATION

For estates with no real estate and reimbursement for payment of funeral bill and/or medical bills is all that is sought.​

Summary Administration

SUMMARY

ADMINISTRATION

A faster, simplified process for smaller estates (less than $75,000)  that qualify under Florida law.​

Formal Administration

FORMAL

ADMINISTRATION

For larger or more complex estates that require full court supervision and the appointment of a Personal Representative.

Ancillary Administration

ANCILLARY 

ADMINISTRATION

Used for handling property located in Florida when the decedent lived in another state.

PROBATE RESOURCES

See the typical steps and timing of the probate process in Florida.

Learn how the homestead is treated in probate administration in Floirda.

Death of an LLC Member

Learn what happens when an member of a Florida LLC passes away.

Frequently Asked Probate Questions

Read answers to common probate questions.

Download a checklist of important documents and information.

Key probate terms explained in plain language.

Locating and finding heirs to ensure proper distribution of the estate.

Learn about homestead rights, elective share, family allowance...and more.

How to Avoid 

Florida Probate

Learn what strategies are best to ensure that your assets avoid Florida probate

WHY FAMILIES CHOOSE KANEY LAW

experienced

EXPERIENCED

We have decades of probate experience.

compassionate

COMPASSIONATE

We guide with empathy and understanding.

strategic

STRATEGIC

We protect your family's interests and assets.

responsive

RESPONSIVE

We keep you informed every step of the way.

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