Legal Question in Family Law in Florida

Re: tragedy

She needs to be appointed personal representative of the estate.

Re: tragedy

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Your aunt needs to file a probate of the estate of your uncle. Being married does not exempt her from doing so. If your uncle had taken the necessary steps, he might have avoided this but apparently this was not done.

She needs to meet with a qualified attorney ASAP to get this started. As soon as the estate is filed, the court will appoint a personal representative which will presumably be her. The personal representative will then have the authority to handle all matters on behalf of the estate.

Scott R. Jay, Esq.