Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in Florida

I can't really answer what is going on without reviewing all of the papers and seeing what has transpired. If you are interested, I have a free consultation, but I won't be back until after Oct. 17.

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In agreement with the previous answer, I suggest that you read any legal services contract or other agreement relating to the administration of the trust and the services of any other person, including the referenced attorney, as well as the trust document. If you are Successor, you should have specific trust provisions which define the scope of your authority and responsibility; however, consultation with an experienced attorney is beneficial.

My colleagues are correct. YOu should seek the advice of another attorney. Second opinions are just as crucial in legal matters as in medical.

There are a few mandatory documents that should be filed in all trust administrations in Florida. However, it can be just as complicated if no more so than a full scale probate proceeding. IN the event that you have a contractual agreement with the lawyer to handle the Administration then a diligent lawyer may vey well proceed though 35-100 different steps that may be necessary to complete the administration, including, Taxation, foreign state compliance and ancillary proceedings, notifications to interested parties with copies upon demand, re deeding the realty, leasehold interests, mortgages payable, seeking needed court rulings, etc. The minimum you should request of your counsel is for them to give you a good checklist to follow should you perform the same yourself.

You may wish to seek a second opinion from another local attorney to which my colleagues allude to above.