Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in Florida
How to become executer of estate?
My brother died in a nursing home in
florida 6 months ago. He was a
veteran, had no will, no assets, and
was appointed a legal guardian from
the state because he was not
mentally or physically able to take
care of himself. I am the only family
as our parents are deceased and he
never married or had children. Social
security called me and said they are
awarding him money for a special
disability workload (undisclosed
amount at this time) but that I need
to get myself appointed as executer
of his estate. How do I go about
that? Any suggestions on where to
start? I live in Ct.
3 Answers from Attorneys
Re: How to become executer of estate?
It is called a personal representative in Florida. You must file a petition to be appointed in the Circuit Court of the county where he lived. Good luck.
Re: How to become executer of estate?
You will need an attorney to help you file the petition in the county where your brother resided.
Re: How to become executer of estate?
My condolences on your loss. First you will need to open a probate of your brother's estate and ask the court to be appointed as Personal Representative. This should be done in the county where your brother lived at the time of his death.
You should contact an attorney in the area where your brother lived to start the process for you and oversee the probate.
The previous 2 responders are in South Florida, and I am in North Florida. I would be happy to help if you need an attorney in North Florida.
Please feel free to give me call or email me.
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