What is a will signing ceremony? Who conducts them? Does your estate planning attorney know how to conduct a proper ceremony? How do you execute a valid Florida will? How do you make sure that a will signing ceremony is done correctly? Who needs to sign a Palm Beach will? Do you need witnesses? Check out these seven factors that probate litigator, John Pankauski, recommends you know regarding will signing ceremonies in Florida.
How does dementia affect probate litigation in Florida? Why is it so important for people to have a proper estate plan in place? How can an estate plan help me when I am still living? What do probate and guardianship lawyers need to know about dementia? How can dementia affect wills and trusts? How can a proper estate plan help people with dementia?
On April 24, 2017, Yahoo! News reported that actress Erin Moran had passed away. She was best known for her role as Joanie Cunningham on the television sitcom Happy Days. She was only 56 years old when she passed away unexpectedly from a suspected drug overdose. Did she have a will or a proper estate plan in place? Which probate litigation law firm will handle the probate process for her estate?
Supreme Court of Florida takes jurisdiction to address standards of review in marital, civil, and trust cases involving “donative intent,” and overturns Fourth District’s decision in a marital case in the process.
FOURTH DCA DENIES ATTORNEYS’ FEES TO PREVAILING HOMEOWNER IN FORECLOSURE CASE
Pankauski Hauser partner Robert J. Hauser argued before the Supreme Court of Florida in Tallahassee on November 1, 2016. On Thursday, March 30, 2017, the Supreme Court issued its decision. By a vote of 6-0, the Justices quashed the decision of the Fourth District , which resulted in an impressive victory for Rob and his client.
When searching for a probate law firm in Florida, non-Florida family members should educate themselves on what to look for. For one, you need to find out whether the probate law firm you are interviewing is asked to represent families and beneficiaries all over Florida.
The New York Times reported on March 18,2017 that Chuck Berry had passed away. He was a rock star best known for his songs including “Johnny B. Goode” and “Roll Over Beethoven.” This amazing rock legend probably left more than just much desired music.
On March 20, 2017, NBC Sports reported that Gale Sayers has dementia. Sayers is best known as a legendary NFL player for the Bears. Dementia, unfortunately, is common, and Florida trust and estates attorneys are frequently facing inheritance and guardianship disputes involving it.
Pankauski Hauser is offering Continuing Legal Education (CLE) webinars, which are approved by the Florida Bar. With a focus on legal malpractice, Florida probate matters, cases, settlement agreements, and the role of ethical rules surrounding an estates and trust practice, these webinars are structured to provide Florida bar members with not only CLE credits, but also the advice of a seasoned AV Preeminent rated attorney. In fact, all of the webinars feature Palm Beach trial lawyer John Pankauski, managing partner at Pankauski Hauser.