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Sonnenklar Law

3.7
14 Reviews

  • 3132-C Northside Drive, Key West, FL 33040

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer1 award

  • At Sonnenklar Law, our philosophy is rooted in providing cost-effective and robust legal representation. I founded Sonnenklar Law with the vision of revolutionizing the criminal... Read More

  • Estate Planning LawyersCriminal Defense, Felony, and 23 more

Jared Sonnenklar
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Vincent J. Tubiana, Esq., P.A.

5.0
158 Reviews

  • P.o. Box 1262103200 Overseas Hwy., Suite # 7, Key Largo, FL 33037

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer1 award

  • A law firm practicing estate planning law.

  • Estate Planning LawyersGeneral Liability Defense, Appellate Practice, and 6 more

Vincent Tubiana
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Thomas-Mcdonald Law Firm, P.A.

4.9
33 Reviews

  • 91760 Overseas Highway, Tavernier, FL 33070+1 location

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer2 awards

  • Caring, Compassionate, CollaborationFamily disputes are a natural part of life and there is nothing shameful, or more difficult, than going through a difficult family experience... Read More

  • Estate Planning LawyersMediation, Time Sharing Disputes, and 10 more

Aislynn Thomas-McDonald
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Vernis & Bowling

4.7
207 Reviews

  • 81990 Overseas Highway, Third Floor, Islamorada, FL 33036+18 locations

  • Law Firm with 102 lawyers2 awards

  • VERNIS & BOWLING has proudly served the needs of its clients since1970. Frank C. Vernis, Jr. and James W. Bowling devoted themselvesto creating a full service law firm providing... Read More

  • Estate Planning LawyersCivil Litigation, Liability Defense, and 21 more

Jimmie Hicks Jr.
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Alan Fowler Law, PLLC

5.0
72 Reviews

  • 1101 Simonton Street, Key West, FL 33040+1 location

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer1 award

  • Simplify. Communicate. Advocate.Licensed in Florida, The United States District Court,Southern District, and The Court of Appeals for the Armed ForcesCall today we can Help!

  • Estate Planning LawyersCivil Practice, Restaurant Start-Up, and 107 more

Alan Fowler
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Law Offices of Jody H. Oliver, PLLC

4.9
2 Reviews

  • Serving Monroe County, Florida

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer1 award

  • Real Estate, Probate and Trust Law call 561-925-9819.

  • Estate Planning LawyersTrusts And Estates, Estate Administration, and 5 more

Jody H. Oliver
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Alan Fowler Law, PLLC

5.0
72 Reviews

  • Serving Monroe County, Florida

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer1 award

  • Simplify. Communicate. Advocate.Licensed in Florida, The United States District Court,Southern District, and The Court of Appeals for the Armed ForcesCall today we can Help!

  • Estate Planning LawyersCivil Practice, Restaurant Start-Up, and 107 more

Alan Fowler
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Spottswood, Spottswood, Spottswood & Sterling, PLLC

  • 500 Fleming Street, Key West, FL 33040-6882

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Samuel J. Kaufman

  • 501 Whitehead St., Key West, FL 33040-6546

Patricia A. Eables, P.A.

  • 300 Southard St., Ste. 108, Key West, FL 33040-8401

Guttenmacher, Bohatch and Peñaranda, P.A.

  • 2647 Gulfview Drive, Key West, FL 33040

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The Andersen Firm

  • 820 Whitehead Street, Key West, FL 33040

William H. Webster

  • 501 Whitehead Street, Key West, FL 33040-6546

Christine B. Bollong

  • 417 Eaton St., Key West, FL 33040-6511

Cunningham Miller

  • 2975 Overseas Highway, Marathon, FL 33050-0938

Jerry Coleman, P.L.

  • 201 Front St., Ste. 203, Key West, FL 33040

Karleen A. Grant

  • 1033 Flagler Ave., Key West, FL 33040-4815

Turner & Lynn, P.A.

  • 7 Barracuda Lane, Ocean Reef Club, Key Largo, FL 33037

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Law Office of Gregory D. Davila, PA

  • 1111 12th St., Ste. 310, Key West, FL 33040

Urban J.W. Patterson, P.A.

  • 82681 Overseas Highway, Islamorada, FL 33036-3626

Richard E. Warner, P.A.

  • 12221 Overseas Highway, Marathon, FL 33050-1317

Robertson & Hunter, LLP

  • 501 Whitehead Street, Suite 2, Key West, FL 33040

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DeVane and Dorl, P.A.

  • 5701 Overseas Highway, Marathon, FL 33050-0177

The Smith Law Firm

  • 509 Whitehead Street, Key West, FL 33040

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Law Office of Diane M. McGuire

  • Key Largo, FL 33037-1062

Joe A. Catarineau, P.A.

  • 91760 Overseas Highway, Tavernier, FL 33070

Feldman Koenig Highsmith & Van Loon, P.A.

  • 3158 Northside Drive, Key West, FL 33040

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Darryl Fohrman

  • 322 Elizabeth Street, Key West, FL 33040

Joe Miklas, P.A.

  • 88765 Overseas Highway (Plantation Key), Islamorada, FL 33036

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Estate planning attorneys help individuals prepare for the management and distribution of their assets after death or incapacitation. They create legal documents such as wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives. Their work ensures a client’s wishes are honored, minimizes potential taxes, and simplifies the process for their loved ones.

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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.

Does a will become invalid if the residence changes states?

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Answered by attorney Richard J Kaplan (Unclaimed Profile)
Estate Planning lawyer at Richard J. Kaplan, P.A.
While recommended, it may not be necessarily required. The question is whether a Maryland Will complies with Florida law once the Testator/Testatrix becomes a Florida resident. Florida basically requires 2 witnesses and that the Will is signed at the end in front of everyone who signs the Will. If it does, it can be valid. If not, it won't. The Will does not have to be changed just because your daughter changed her name. But if you update your Will, it should be updated as well.
While recommended, it may not be necessarily required. The question is whether a Maryland Will complies with Florida law once the Testator/Testatrix becomes a Florida resident. Florida basically requires 2 witnesses and that the Will is signed at the end in front of everyone who signs the Will. If it does, it can be valid. If not, it won't. The Will does not have to be changed just because your daughter changed her name. But if you update your Will, it should be updated as well.
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If my mother dies, am I responsible for her debts?

Brian Chew
Answered by attorney Brian Chew
Estate Planning lawyer at OC Wills and Trust Attorneys
When anyone passes, it is their estate that is responsible for their debts. If there are insufficient assets, the creditors will have to settle for less.
When anyone passes, it is their estate that is responsible for their debts. If there are insufficient assets, the creditors will have to settle for less.
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Once a will has been made, can the other spouse change it?

James Bloomfield Oberholtzer
Answered by attorney James Bloomfield Oberholtzer
Estate Planning lawyer at James Oberholtzer, Chartered
You are right. Based on what you say, there are several legal problems here. Your mother cannot change the result of your father's Will. Also, your mother may not have had legal capacity at the time she made the changes because of the illness and the drugs. You need to consult with an attorney.
You are right. Based on what you say, there are several legal problems here. Your mother cannot change the result of your father's Will. Also, your mother may not have had legal capacity at the time she made the changes because of the illness and the drugs. You need to consult with an attorney.
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