Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in Florida

Re: parents car

The car was not given to any family member in the will? Assuming no will, ownership in the car will be split between you and your siblings (if any). You may need to go to court to get an order get the DMV to put you (and siblings) on title and you should get title before selling.

Re: parents car

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You will be unable to seel the car until it is titled in your name or you are given the power to sell the vehicle by a court order in a probate of your parent's estate (whomever passed away later). If this is the only asset, then you may be able to get title through a simplified process without probate. Call your local probate court and ask them if there is a method. Also, check with the DMV and see if they can assist you in transferring title to your name.

Scott R. Jay, Esq.