Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in Florida

What rights are they asking you to give up? If the personal representative is saying that they can't proceed and want a waiver because you might have a claim to the estate, then you should talk to an attorney about your options.

The simple answer is "no." An estate can be opened without any beneficiaries signature, waiver or consent. The PR will then need to serve you with Notice of Administration to limit the time in which you could object to probate, the will, and their appointment as PR for the estate.

No. Get with the lawyer to learn the process.

No, but I would contact the personal representative's attorney or speak to your own attorney. Regards,

I agree with the previous answers. The only thing I would add is that "no contest clauses" are unenforceable in Florida.

Not sure what the attorney wants you to waive, but I suggest you sign NOTHING until you know what is going on in the estate. Go to the probate court and look at the file. You really should get an attorney. My colleagues are correct in their answers especially Mr. Coenson. A no contest clause is unenforceable in Florida and if this attorney is asking for a waiver, perhaps you might want to mention this to him/her and that you will be contacting the Florida Bar and reporting this.