It seems that a lot of people know about paying an attorney by a contingency fee arrangement. But, does acontingency fee make sense for a Florida contract dispute or lawsuit? Here are 5 things to consider when involved in a Florida contract lawsuit, and you are considering trying to hire a law firm on a contingency fee.
Was a relative involved in a joint venture or other business operation with other parties? Are you now in the process of administering the estate of a person with holdings in a closely held corporation in West Palm Beach? You may be concerned that assets are being wasted in your loved one’s absence or that other abuses are going on. Do you know what a West Palm Beach receivership does? Check out this case out of the Third District Court of Appeals in and for Miami-Dade County to learn more.
Experienced West Palm Beach probate litigators know that the will administration process can be stressful. Property outside of the State can spell multiple administrations and family in fighting can prolong the process while also depleting assets. Have you considered using a will substitute to streamline the process? The solutions may be more affordable and easier than you thought take a look at our crash course guide to West Palm Beach will substitutes.
Do you know when a court lacks jurisdiction? The answers may surprise you–for example if you file a post trial motion to late, the court lacks jurisdiction. A recent case out of the Fourth District Court of Appeal highlights another jurisdictional limit on the trial court, want to learn more?
If you follow the news you have probably heard of the slayer statute that most States have in their probate code. Do you know how the slayer statute works in West Palm Beach? Ben Novack’s estate is in the news again, this time because of an appeal regarding his heirs and taking of an inheritance. Do you think the slayer statute should extend to heirs of the killer? The Court did not think so, take a look at what happened.
Are you suing a trustee for an improper distribution from a discretionary trust in West Palm Beach? Like any appeal in West Palm Beach you better preserve the issue for appeal. Do you know how to preserve the issue? Do not risk waiving it in West Palm Beach, an experienced Palm Beach litigation attorney keeps the issues safe for review. Want to know what not to do?Check out this appeal from the Third District Court of Appeal in and for Miami Dade County.
Are you a beneficiary of a West Palm Beach will? Did a relative just leave you the beach house in Pompano Springs? It might be subject to a mortgage though! Do you know if you have a right to make the personal representative pay that out of estate funds? In the old days this was the default do you know the rules now? Check out a recent case on mortgages out of West Palm Beach.
WEST PALM BEACH, FLORIDA– as of August 4, 2015, our West Palm Beach probate litigation law firm is hiring, and we would appreciate it if you would send resumes our way. If you have colleagues and friends who have a law background, are intelligent, articulate, and focused on their career, we would be grateful if you would invite them to contact the firm’s CFO, Dana Murray.
Are you expecting a future interest in trust or other property? Wondering: how can I be a part of that Palm Beach probate or estate? Has someone foreclosed on a major trust asset? Do you now about your rights to intervene in West Palm Beach as a necessary or interested party? The choice may be up to the judge, but with proper preparation you can make the decision much easier on him, learn how and check out this interesting case out of the Fourth District Court of Appeal.
Are you preparing to go to West Palm Beach mediation per a court order or voluntarily? Do you know your rights to refuse an unfair proposal? Experienced West Palm Beach probate attorneys know that some clients do not understand the different between mediation and something more binding like arbitration. Even more importantly some do not know that the papers they sign with the mediator are still binding in a West Palm Beach Court. Do you know the rules? Check out this case out of the Fourth District Court of Appeals to learn more.