Florida Estate Planning, Probate & Trust FAQs

Cohen Samuels, PLLC prepared this FAQ Center to help Florida families understand common questions about estate planning, probate, trusts, elder law, asset protection, and special needs planning.

The information is general in nature and should not be relied upon as legal advice. Every family, estate, and planning concern should be reviewed individually with qualified counsel.

FAQ Topics

• Estate Planning FAQs
• Probate FAQs
• Trust FAQs
• Elder Law FAQs
• Asset Protection FAQs
• Special Needs Planning FAQs
• Florida Estate Law FAQs

Video FAQs

For short educational answers, visit the video FAQ pages below.

• What Does A Proper Estate Plan Include
• What Is Included In My Estate
• Who Needs Estate Planning
• What Makes Working With You Different Than Other Lawyers
• How Can An Estate Plan Make Things Easier On My Family After I Die
• What Is A Will
• If I Create A Revocable Living Trust Do I Still Need A Will
• What Is An Executor Personal Representative And What Do They Do
• What Is A Trustee
• What Is A Durable Power Of Attorney
• What Is A Health Care Proxy
• What Happens If I Become Unable To Care For Myself
• What Is A Living Will
• What Special Planning Should I Do For My Special Needs Child
• What Does Tenancy By The Entirety Mean
• What Is The Death Tax Can I Minimize The Effect Of The Death Tax Through Estate Planning
• What Should I Know About Gift Taxes
• Do I Need To Make A Provision In My Will For My Pets
• What Does It Mean To Fund A Trust
• What Happens If You Do Not Have A Will Or Trust
• Can Someone Challenge My Will After I Die
• What Is Probate
• What Is The Attorneys Role In The Probate Process In Florida
• Does All Property Have To Go Through Probate When A Person Dies
• When Should An Estate Plan Be Reviewed

Areas Served

Cohen Samuels serves clients throughout Boca Raton and nearby South Florida communities. Visit the Areas Served section for city-specific planning information.