Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in Florida

My husband passed away and left mobile home to a friend. he had no will, just a notorized piece of paper saying he gets mobile home. does he automatically own all the belongings? i have personal and sentimental items in the house that i want. we were still married at the time he passed. his friend says he gets everything in the house.


Asked on 2/07/14, 4:00 pm

4 Answers from Attorneys

David Slater David P. Slater, Esq.

He gets nothing.

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Answered on 2/07/14, 7:39 pm
Joseph Pippen Law Office of Joseph Pippen & Associates

Does not appear to be a valid will-so the friend will get nothing.

The complete answer depends on other assets and if he had children.

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Answered on 2/08/14, 8:43 am

The document needs to be reviewed by an attorney. It does not sound like it is a validly executed will but would need to be examined. If it is not a valid will, the friend would not get anything assuming there is not other valid contract. To preserve your rights, you should consult with an attorney immediately.

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Answered on 2/09/14, 9:53 am
Barry Stein De Cardenas, Freixas, Stein & Zachary

Seek some actual legal advice. You have valid claims and should pursue those AND you should not automatically allow the other person into possession of the mobile home.

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Answered on 2/09/14, 11:05 am


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