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Florida heirs should not become too involved in will creation


You've been named an executor in Florida; now what?

Perhaps you have a family member, loved one or friend who has recently passed away. When you look through their things, you find their will. While reading it, you find (hopefully, not to your surprise), that you have been named the executor of the estate. You are, of course, honored that you are trusted enough to be given such a responsibility, but then your thoughts turn to what, exactly, this means. What do you have to do? What are your duties, and where can you find help?



How is a trust created in Florida?

We have discussed the use of trusts several times previously in this space, including the reasons that someone might want to include a trust as part of his or her comprehensive estate plan. But, how does one go about creating a trust in Florida? After all, having a trust is only useful if it can be legally enforced. There are a few requirements set out in Florida law with regard to trust creation.