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AV Preeminent Peer Rated Attorneys
Destin Residents, consider several factors when selecting a lawyer including their experience, expertise, and reputation. AV Rated Attorneys represent a distinguished group of lawyers who have received top ratings from their peers for their exceptional ethical standards and an A grade (4.5 or higher).

Matthews & Matthews Attorneys at Law

4.5
44 Reviews

  • 4475 Legendary Drive, Destin, FL 32541+2 locations

  • Law Firm with 9 lawyers2 awards

  • Firm established in 1983 and has provided over 35 years of service to clients on the emerald coast.

  • Estate Planning LawyersCivil Litigation, Criminal Litigation, and 15 more

Kenneth M. Borick
Of Counsel
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Cranford Law, PL

4.9
79 Reviews

  • 4458 Legendary Drive, Suite 350, Destin, FL 32541

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer3 awards

  • Resourceful, dedicated, and responsive real estate and business attorney serving The Emerald Coast. Ready to assist you with your disputes, projects, or other issues.

  • Estate Planning LawyersAdministrative Hearings and Appeals, Administrative Law, and 96 more

Jeremy Cranford
Estate Planning Lawyer
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Clark Partington Attorneys at Law

4.7
317 Reviews

  • 4100 Legendary Drive, Suite 200, Destin, FL 32541+3 locations

  • Law Firm with 31 lawyers2 awards

  • Committed. Collaborative. Creative. Responsive. Proven. These are the pillars of the can-do, will-do spirit of our team. Distinguished in our craft - proven through performance.

  • Estate Planning LawyersAdministrative, Financial Institutions, and 25 more

W. Christopher Hart
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Fleet, Smith & Freeman

4.8
60 Reviews

  • Serving Destin, FL and Okaloosa County, Florida

  • Law Firm with 3 lawyers1 award

  • Fleet, Smith & Freeman is a general practice law firm committed to delivering creative, effective solutions to even the most complex legal challenges. Located in Shalimar, Florida,... Read More

  • Estate Planning LawyersBusiness Law, Litigation, and 4 more

H. Bart Fleet Esq.
Estate Planning Lawyer
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Schultz Law Group, P.L.L.C.

4.7
43 Reviews

  • Serving Destin, FL and Okaloosa County, Florida

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer2 awards

  • Responsive. Reliable.

  • Estate Planning LawyersWills and Probate, Trusts and Estates, and 22 more

  • Free Consultation

  • Offers Video

Kerry Anne Schultz
Estate Planning Lawyer
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Anchors Smith Grimsley

4.5
40 Reviews

  • Serving Destin, FL and Okaloosa County, Florida

  • Law Firm with 9 lawyers2 awards

  • Serving the Community Since 1961

  • Estate Planning LawyersBanking Law, Corporate Law, and 21 more

Steven Bauman
Estate Planning Lawyer
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Wilson, Harrell, Farrington, Ford, Wilson, Spain & Parsons P.A.

4.6
102 Reviews

  • Serving Destin, FL and Okaloosa County, Florida

  • Law Firm with 9 lawyers1 award

  • Medical Malpractice, Insurance Defense, Litigation, Real Estate, Bankruptcy & General Practice.

  • Estate Planning LawyersGeneral Civil Trial, Appellate Practice, and 17 more

C. Miner Harrell
Counsel
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Goodwin Law Group, P.A.

4.5
33 Reviews

  • Serving Destin, FL and Okaloosa County, Florida

  • Law Firm with 3 lawyers2 awards

  • Our lawyers are well-versed in legal matters such as contract disputes, construction litigation, buyer/seller claims, boundary disputes, encroachments, zoning, land use concerns,... Read More

  • Estate Planning LawyersProbate and Trust, Construction Litigation, and 10 more

Trey Goodwin
Estate Planning Lawyer
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Cranford Law, PL

4.9
79 Reviews

  • Serving Destin, FL and Okaloosa County, Florida

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer3 awards

  • Resourceful, dedicated, and responsive real estate and business attorney serving The Emerald Coast. Ready to assist you with your disputes, projects, or other issues.

  • Estate Planning LawyersAdministrative Hearings and Appeals, Administrative Law, and 96 more

Jeremy Cranford
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Lisa Jo Spencer, P.A.

4.3
20 Reviews

  • Serving Destin, FL and Okaloosa County, Florida

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer2 awards

  • Caring, Competent Probate Support in the Florida PanhandleOur MissionAt the law firm of Lisa Jo Spencer, P.A., our mission is to help you successfully navigate the legal... Read More

  • Estate Planning LawyersProbate, Guardianships, and 2 more

Lisa Spencer
Estate Planning Lawyer
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Law Office of Zachary T. Magaha

4.9
17 Reviews

  • Serving Destin, FL and Okaloosa County, Florida

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer2 awards

  • I have the wisdom and skill to assist you with comprehensive estate planning, real estate and bankruptcy counsel. By working closely with you, I tailor my representation to meet ... Read More

  • Estate Planning LawyersProbate, Asset Protection, and 26 more

Zachary Magaha
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Law Office of Gary B. Leuchtman, PLLC

4.8
33 Reviews

  • Serving Destin, FL

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer3 awards

  • Board Certified in Wills, Trusts and Estates

  • Estate Planning LawyersProbate, Wills, Trusts and Estates, and 45 more

Gary Leuchtman
Estate Planning Lawyer
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William V. Linne, Attorney at Law

5.0
1 Review

  • Serving Destin, FL and Okaloosa County, Florida

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer1 award

  • Trust, Estate, Tax, and Business Planning in Pensacola, FL. Including Commercial and Residential Real Property, Business Law and Transactional Business

  • Estate Planning LawyersTax Law, Trusts, and 7 more

William V. Linne
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DeMaria & White

4.8
60 Reviews

  • Serving Destin, FL and Okaloosa County, Florida

  • Law Firm with 4 lawyers2 awards

  • Founded in 2019, DeMaria & White assists with numerous legal challenges, including Trusts and Estates, Estate Planning, Guardianship, Wills and Probate issues. From our office in... Read More

  • Estate Planning LawyersReal Property, Probate, and 5 more

Kimberly Sullivan
Estate Planning Lawyer
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Vanover Law Firm P.A.

  • 385 Harbor Blvd., Ste. 230, Destin, FL 32541

Broad and Cassel

  • 200 Grand Boulevard, Suite 205A, Destin, FL 32550

Pleat & Perry, P.A.

  • 4477 Legendary Drive, Suite 202, Destin, FL 32541

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Phelps Dunbar LLP

  • 4405 Commons Drive East, Suite 102, Destin, FL 32540

Greg D. Crosslin Attorney at Law

  • 3999 Commons Drive W. Suite D, Destin, FL 32541

Stanford Law Firm, LLC

  • 34990 Emerald Coast Pkwy, Suite 365, Destin, FL 32541

Parker B. Smith, P.A.

  • 4393 Commons Drive East, Suite 200, Destin, FL 32541

Deonne DuBarry

  • 4610 Paradise Isle, Destin, FL 32541-3794

Ketchersid Law

  • 4014 Commons Dr. W. Ste. 100, Destin, FL 32541

Ward Law, P.A.

  • 1241 Airport Road, Suite H, Destin, FL 32541

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Commonly Asked Estate Planning Questions From Users Near You

This information is not legal advice and is not guaranteed to be correct, complete or up-to-date. It is provided for general informational purposes only. If you need legal advice you should consult a licensed attorney in your area.

If the power of attorney expires when my father passed away, who is to sign the quick claim deed to transfer my father’s home ownership and title?

Rick Lee Denker
Answered by attorney Rick Lee Denker
Estate Planning lawyer at Denker Associates, PLLC
If your father owned real estate at the time of his death in his name only, it will be necessary to file a probate of his estate. Once the probate court has appointed a personal representative for the estate, the personal representative will be able to sale and transfer the property, subject to approval by the probate court.
If your father owned real estate at the time of his death in his name only, it will be necessary to file a probate of his estate. Once the probate court has appointed a personal representative for the estate, the personal representative will be able to sale and transfer the property, subject to approval by the probate court.
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Is there a law to protect an inheritance?

David Goldman
Answered by attorney David Goldman
Estate Planning lawyer at Law Office of David M. Goldman PLLC
You would have to know more to answer this question. Generally there are ways to protect the assets. You should speak to an asset protection lawyer
You would have to know more to answer this question. Generally there are ways to protect the assets. You should speak to an asset protection lawyer

How do you get a house in your name?

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Answered by attorney Christopher Emmanuel Benjamin (Unclaimed Profile)
Estate Planning lawyer at The Barrister Firm, P.A.
There is nothing you can do to legally force the title of the entire property into the name of your fianc? but he could demand payment of the expenses of maintenance; however, if he's collecting rent or living in the property the cost their expenses may be offset by their entitlement to share in the rent. There is also an action called Partition that would force the sale of the property and the owners would share in the profits of the sale; however, your fianc? would be able to recoup his brothers' share of expenses for which he paid (thus reducing how much his brothers received from the net proceeds). If he is not interested in selling the property, this may not be a good idea. Lastly, he could also offer to buy out their interest in exchange for their interest in the property.
There is nothing you can do to legally force the title of the entire property into the name of your fianc? but he could demand payment of the expenses of maintenance; however, if he's collecting rent or living in the property the cost their expenses may be offset by their entitlement to share in the rent. There is also an action called Partition that would force the sale of the property and the owners would share in the profits of the sale; however, your fianc? would be able to recoup his brothers' share of expenses for which he paid (thus reducing how much his brothers received from the net proceeds). If he is not interested in selling the property, this may not be a good idea. Lastly, he could also offer to buy out their interest in exchange for their interest in the property.
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