Excusable neglect does not warrant an extension of the time to make a tenant-in-common election. See, Samad v. Pla, 267 So. 3d 476, 477-78 (Fla. 2d 2019).  As a reminder, the tenant-in-common (“TIC”) election permits a surviving spouse to elect a one-half interest in decedent’s homestead, in lieu of a…

Comiter, Singer, Baseman & Braun, LLP announces its newest addition to their team, Giannina E. Smith, Esq. The focus of Giannina’s practice is tax and estate planning matters. Giannina received her Bachelor of Science in Accounting degree, cum laude, from Florida State University in 2016. She earned her Juris Doctor, cum laude,…

If you have ever been involved in an estate proceeding, you may have heard the terms “executor,” “administrator,” or the feminine versions of these terms (executrix or administratrix). However, in Florida, the name used for this role is the “personal representative.” In short, the personal representative is the person appointed…

While marriage equality is now the law of the land, LGBTQ couples still face unique issues that heterosexual couples do not have to consider. Whether you have not given any thought to estate planning or simply need to update your plan, a Palm Beach County LGBTQ estate planning attorney can…

Generally speaking, estate matters are governed by state law. A will is considered valid when it meets the legal requirements of the state where it is drafted. However, your estate is administered according to the laws of the state where you die.  As a result, a common question our clients…