Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in Florida

Re: Summary of estate without will

At the self help department at the court house.

Re: Summary of estate without will

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I would suggest a law library. You should be able to find several books with sample forms and information on how to complete the forms to file with the Court.

Nolo Press also sells many "self help" books and they are available in many bookstores including Barnes and Noble. They are very simplistic and I caution you to be very careful, however. A mistake could prove very costly. You may find that the fee paid to an attorney is well worth

it in the long run.

Scott R. Jay, Esq., 305-249-8000

Re: Summary of estate without will

To obtain guidelines for Petition for Summary Administration, look to Chapter 735 of the Florida Probate Code AND go to the Circuit Court in the County where the Petition is to be filed. With the Petition you'll need to file a Death Certificate. You'll probably want to file an Order along with the Petition, and some courts require an Affidavit of Heirs. You will need to be familiar with intestacy laws as well (found at Chapter 732 of the Florida Probate Code).

Should you have further questions or need help with the filing, please feel free to call me.