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Protect your legacy, your assets, and your family with sound estate planning from our Miami attorneys.

Overview

Estates & Trusts in Miami

Estate planning is not just for the wealthy — it's for anyone who wants control over what happens to their assets and their family when they're gone. Our Miami estates and trusts attorneys draft customized life estate deeds, living trusts, and supporting documents that protect your assets from probate, minimize taxes, and ensure your wishes are honored exactly as you intend.

What We Handle

Our Estates & Trusts Services

Living Trusts

Revocable living trusts that let your estate pass directly to your beneficiaries without going through probate court.

Life Estate Deeds

Transferring real property to heirs while retaining the right to live in and use the property during your lifetime.

Last Will & Testament

Drafting a legally valid Florida will that clearly expresses your wishes for asset distribution and guardianship.

Durable Power of Attorney

Designating someone you trust to manage your financial affairs if you become incapacitated.

Healthcare Surrogate & Living Will

Documenting your healthcare wishes and designating a healthcare proxy for medical decisions.

Probate Assistance

Guiding executors and beneficiaries through the Florida probate process when a loved one passes.

Common Questions

Estates & Trusts FAQs

Do I need a trust if I have a will?

A will goes through probate — a public court process that takes time and costs money. A living trust bypasses probate entirely, transferring assets directly to beneficiaries. For most people, a trust offers better protection and privacy.

What is a life estate deed and how does it work?

A life estate deed transfers ownership of your property to a named beneficiary while you retain the right to live there for your lifetime. At your death, the property passes automatically to the beneficiary without probate.

How often should I update my estate plan?

Review your estate plan after major life events — marriage, divorce, birth of a child, death of a beneficiary, significant asset changes, or moving to a new state. We recommend a review every 3–5 years.

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