Category Archives: Estate Trust Litigation
Enforcing a Prenuptial Agreement in a Florida Probate
An increasingly common situation in Florida probate litigation is the existence of a Prenuptial Agreement. A Prenuptial Agreement is an Agreement made before the marriage. It dictates how certain assets will be handled in the event the marriage fails. Prenuptial agreements are legally binding contracts when executed properly. Provided there is nothing that goes… Read More »
Important Assets to Include in Your Pompano Beach Estate Plan
Creating a comprehensive Florida estate plan is crucial as it can help reduce potential disputes. If you don’t include your important assets, family members can be left arguing over what they believe your wishes were. When estate planning disputes arise, you need a Pompano Beach estate and trust litigation attorney. At Mark R. Manceri,… Read More »
Most Common Types of Florida Trust Disputes
Even the most comprehensive estate plan is not immune to disputes, including Trusts. Most people probably think estate litigation matters are limited to Will contests, but Trust disputes are not uncommon. If you don’t work to resolve these issues swiftly, they can cost significant time and money. If you are engaged in a Florida… Read More »
Frequently Asked Questions on Pompano Beach Estate Litigation
We meet with a lot of prospective clients who understandably have a lot of questions. To help you prepare for your meeting with our Pompano Beach estate and trust litigation attorneys, we’ve compiled a list of some of the most frequently asked questions we receive. At Mark R. Manceri, P.A., our primary focus is… Read More »
Florida Estate Litigation: 5 Reasons Someone May Contest a Pompano Beach Will
Thousands of probate cases are opened every month throughout Florida. Not all of these probate administrations will run smoothly. There is always the risk of a dispute between family members or other beneficiaries. A potential heir will allege a problem with the Will and push to contest its validity in some cases. A Will… Read More »
Executor Misconduct: What an Executor Can and Cannot Do in a Florida Probate
When someone is appointed as Personal Representative of an estate, they have a lot of responsibility. That is why you need to make sure the person you name as Personal Representative of your own Will is someone you completely trust. Executors have a list of things they are authorized to do. If they stray… Read More »
Removing a Personal Representative from a Pompano Beach Probate
The Personal Representative, is supposed to perform their duties and always act in the estate’s best interest and beneficiaries. What happens when this person is not doing their job? In some cases, they made genuine mistakes while other times they are acting intentionally. Either way, it’s still a breach of their fiduciary duty and… Read More »
What to Do in a Florida Probate When a Family Member was Financially Exploited?
It’s terrifying when you suspect that someone in your family is the victim of financial exploitation. What happens when you confirm this fact after they pass away? You may be in the middle of a probate administration and suddenly become aware of how manipulated they were. That is when you need to contact an… Read More »
What Is Florida’s Intestate Law?
When someone passes away without a Will or any other estate planning documents like a Trust, their estate would be handled under Florida’s intestate law. This is essentially a default tool for distributing property when the decedent didn’t leave any instructions behind. There are specific rules that designate who is entitled to any proceeds… Read More »
Common Mistakes When Drafting a Florida Will
Deciding to create a Law Will and Testament could be one of the most important decisions you make. If you are going to go through the time and expense to prepare one, you want to make sure it’s right. Mistakes can result in problems when you pass away. That can also mean significant disputes… Read More »
Mark R. Manceri, P.A. is a boutique law firm that specializes in Estate, Trust and Guardianship litigation. These matters include Will and Trust contests involving lack of capacity, undue influence, forgery, improper execution and tortious interference...