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...
by Brooke Bryant | Jan 13, 2017 | Guardianship, Palm Beach Attorney
A guardianship is a way of ensuring a person receives quality care and experiences quality of life, when they may have a disability or special need prohibiting them from maintaining such by themselves. There are several statutes in Florida that ensure the rights of...
by Brooke Bryant | Dec 20, 2016 | Military Spousal Exception
The Military Affairs Committee has written a new rule that will be sent up to the Supreme Court January 1 for approval that will allow lawyer spouses of military personnel stationed in Florida to practice in the state upon approval. According to a Report From The...
by Brooke Bryant | Nov 17, 2016 | Foreclosure, Probate
I’m sure most of you are aware of or have heard the term “right of first refusal (ROFR),” but what exactly does it mean for homeowners? Well what it means is: A right of first refusal is a contractual right granted by an owner of property to another entity/person,...
by Brooke Bryant | Nov 5, 2016 | Probate
Whether the passing of a loved one is sudden, or expected, no one is truly ever prepared for how many loose ends there will be to tie up. Funeral planning or carrying out the final wishes of the decedent in whatever way requested is usually first, foremost and...
