Estate Planning
Estate Planning insights.
Practical estate planning guidance from DHW Law, written and reviewed by a partner. Every article is current Florida law as of its last-reviewed date.
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Florida living trust vs. will: which one fits your situation
A Florida revocable living trust avoids probate and keeps affairs private, but it is not always the right tool. Here's a practical comparison with a will, with the cases where each makes sense.
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Why handwritten and oral wills don't work in Florida
Florida does not recognize handwritten (holographic) or oral wills drafted within the state. Here's what makes a will valid and what happens when it isn't.
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Florida homestead protection and your estate plan
Florida's constitutional homestead protection is the most powerful and most surprising rule in the state's estate law. It can override your will. Here's how it works.
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