by Brooke Bryant | Feb 18, 2024 | Small Claims
Navigating the legal landscape can seem daunting, especially when disputes arise that necessitate judicial intervention. Small claims court in Florida offers a streamlined and accessible pathway for resolving disputes over relatively small monetary amounts. This guide...
by Brooke Bryant | Jan 20, 2024 | Estate Planning, Probate
What is a Lady Bird Deed? Lady Bird deeds, also known as enhanced life estate deeds, are an important tool in estate planning. Named after Lady Bird Johnson, former First Lady of the United States, these deeds provide a unique way for homeowners in Florida to manage...
by Brooke Bryant | Jan 5, 2024 | Inheritance Law
Florida inheritance Law Understanding Inheritance Law in Florida You’ve worked hard most of your life trying to build wealth and obtain assets. Now the most prudent thing you can do is help ensure that all of that hard work doesn’t fall into the wrong...
by Brooke Bryant | Jul 13, 2023 | Estate Planning
Introduction to Joint Tenancy with Right of Survivorship Joint Tenancy with Right of Survivorship is a form of property ownership where two or more individuals hold an equal interest in a property. The unique feature of this form of ownership is the right of...
by Brooke Bryant | May 26, 2023 | Estate Planning
Creating a Will in Florida Creating a will is an essential step in securing the future of your loved ones and ensuring that your assets are distributed according to your wishes. However, life is ever-changing, and it is crucial to periodically review and update your...
by Brooke Bryant | Jun 13, 2019 | Uncategorized
Finally, the technological era has made it possible for those most immobile to seek out a notary. Having a mobile notary’s card in your pocket is akin to the best Uber a lawyer can have, but it leaves you asking, is this really necessary in an age where I can...
by Brooke Bryant | Aug 3, 2017 | Palm Beach Attorney
Florida Governor Rick Scott Gov. Scott in April signed in a new bill making the Death Penalty constitutional in Florida when a jury vote is unanimous following a capital felony trial. Gov. Scott wants this bill to help families of victims of these heinous crimes find...
by Brooke Bryant | May 16, 2017 | Health Care Surrogate, Palm Beach Attorney
Understanding the 2015 revision to the Florida Health Care Surrogate Act (FHCSA) and what a DURABLE health care surrogate is In late 2015, the Florida legislature got together and made a few helpful modifications to the FHCSA. Does this mean that yours are invalid?...
by Brooke Bryant | Mar 14, 2017 | Estate Planning, Palm Beach Attorney
When is it not appropriate to have a new Power of Attorney (POA) drafted? As you may recall in my previous article, often times it is beneficial for people who have dual residency in 2 states have POA’s drafted in each state. Well there are a few exceptions that are...
by Brooke Bryant | Mar 3, 2017 | Estate Planning, Palm Beach Attorney
There are many factors to consider regarding estate planning for snowbirds. Here are some helpful hints to think about if you’re planning on residing in two different states. Consider having powers of attorney and advance directives in both states for which you...
