When it comes to probate, most discussions assume that there is only one will under consideration. However, it is not uncommon for people to die with multiple wills or a will that has been significantly amended. In these situations, there can be considerable disagreement over which will is valid, the […]

At Ellis Law Group, we pride ourselves on being recognized leaders in the South Florida estate planning industry. Not only do we strive to provide excellent estate planning legal advice to our clients, but we also hope to provide useful guidance to our legal colleagues looking for estate planning insights. […]

Trusts are a popular estate planning tool for a number of reasons – they simplify estate administration, offer incredible flexibility, and help families retain their privacy, just to name a few. That said, many people wonder if they should have a will in addition to their trust, or wonder if […]

When an estate is admitted to probate, one of the first things that happen is a personal representative is appointed by the court. This is typically the person named in the will to act as the personal representative of the estate, and they are often a friend, family member, or […]