Articles from Yergey & Yergey, P.A.
Practical guidance on Florida probate, estate planning, guardianship, and trust law — written by attorneys who practice it every day in Orange County and the surrounding circuits.
Probate
How Long Does Probate Take in Florida?
Florida offers two main probate tracks. Summary administration can close in weeks. Formal administration typically takes six to twelve months. The difference matters — and whether you qualify for the faster path depends on a few specific facts.
Probate
How Long Does Probate Take in Orange County, Florida?
Orange County probate timelines depend on the type of administration, the size of the estate, and the current scheduling demands of the Probate Division. Here is what families in Orlando actually experience.
Estate Planning
Peaceful Estate Planning: Ensuring Harmony When Dividing Your Assets
Estate planning is crucial to ensure your assets are distributed as you wish and to prevent potential conflicts among your loved ones. A thoughtful, clearly documented estate plan can spare your family from disagreement and provide guidance at an already difficult time.
Estate Planning
How to Avoid Probate in Florida: A Complete Guide
Probate avoidance in Florida is not a single strategy — it is a coordinated set of tools. A revocable trust as the centerpiece, coordinated beneficiary designations, and the right deed structures can keep most of an estate entirely out of the probate process.
Estate Planning
Estate Planning Gone Wild: Lessons from Florida's Probate Courts
Florida's probate courts see it all — unconventional bequests, digital asset disputes, DIY documents that fail when they matter most, and family conflicts that a better plan would have prevented. Here is what those cases teach.
Guardianship
Emergency Temporary Guardianship vs. Regular Guardianship in Florida: Navigating the Legal Waters
In Florida, understanding the differences between emergency temporary guardianship and regular guardianship is crucial for those navigating these waters. Emergency temporary guardianship provides immediate protection in urgent situations, while regular guardianship offers a comprehensive long-term solution for ongoing incapacity.
Estate Planning
Understanding the Power Behind a Florida Durable Power of Attorney
A durable power of attorney is the document that lets someone you trust manage your finances if you cannot. Florida's specific requirements for this document are easy to miss — and missing them renders the document useless at the worst possible moment.