Naples Law Blog
Would Aretha Franklin’s handwritten wills be legal in Florida?
Singer Aretha Franklin was highly respected in Florida for her chart-topping hits and her philanthropic work. After passing away in 2018, her feuding heirs said she died intestate. According to The New York Times, however, one of her attorneys claims he warned her to...
read moreDoes Naples offer permit exemptions?
Zoning laws and building codes make it very difficult for property owners to update, add to or even maintain their own properties. However, residents must abide by these laws, otherwise, they risk hefty fines and possibly having to redo all of the work they put into...
read moreCan you disinherit your children from your will?
As Florida residents recognize the importance of creating an estate plan, it becomes obvious how many complex questions and intricacies must be considered before a final plan is in place. One question to consider is whether you can disinherit your children. First, it...
read more3 common probate myths
Probate is the legal process of administering the assets of an estate once the owner passes away. There are many misconceptions regarding probate and estate administration since it is something that many people do not want to think about. After all, most people do not...
read moreHow can I choose a health care surrogate?
There may come a time when you are unable to make end-of-life health care decisions on your own. If you are left incapacitated by illness or injury these decisions may fall to your family, who might be unwilling or unable to carry out your final wishes in a manner you...
read moreWhat estate planning mistakes should I avoid?
A solid estate plan ensures your assets and property are dispersed according to your final wishes. While having a plan in place is the first step, you also want to make sure your will and trust documents are free of common errors and mistakes. Forbes offers the...
read moreYour parents may need financial protection in their old age
Your parents raised you with wisdom and compassion, and throughout your lifetime you relied on them for their advice and knowledge. It can be difficult to see them rely more and more on the care of others as they age. When your parents’ mental faculties begin to...
read moreAct early to minimize potential power of attorney issues
Having an estate plan is critical for Florida residents who own property or have assets such as a car, bank and retirement accounts. A will can ensure loved ones, and other beneficiaries receive the items as you desire. At Dickman Law Firm, our family law attorneys...
read moreFlorida developer wins zoning case
A Framingham developer won approval for a proposed subdivision with a new street along the streets of Winch and Grove Streets. The subdivision would include four single-family homes, and the land surrounding it would remain untouched. While the plans were approved,...
read moreHave you read your own will lately?
Creating a will and putting other estate planning documents in place in an important part of determining the legacy that you want to leave behind and making your wishes understood to your loved ones. Many of us put this off for a number of reasons, but eventually get...
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