Protecting Small Estates
Summary Administration is a type of probate proceeding for small estates in Florida. The estate must not exceed $75,000 excluding exempt property (generally your home). Elaine McGinnis in Tampa will explain all eligibility requirements for an estate for this shortened form of Florida probate. Generally, summary administration is less time intensive and less expensive than formal administration in Florida.
For an estate to qualify for summary administration:
The decedent must have been dead for more than two years, or
The value of the entire estate subject to administration in Florida, less the value of property exempt from the claims of creditors, must not exceed $75,000.
It’s important to note that a last will and testament that specifies formal probate will supercede, and summary administration not be available even if the estate meets these requirements. You can trust the experienced estate attorney at the Law Office of Elaine McGinnis, P.A.
Summary Administration in Florida
Florida probate rules require that the petition filed in court include facts show that the estate is eligible for summary administration. Our estate attorney has administered small estates throughout the state of Florida and will administer the estate as efficiently as possible to obtain the necessary orders to transfer the estate.
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Elaine McGinnis is known for a compassionate approach and experience with Florida trusts and probates. Our attorney is experienced with summary administration. Call us today -- 813-639-7658 -- to schedule a free initial consultation at our South Tampa law firm.
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If an estate doesn’t exceed $75,000, (excluding exempt property), or the decedent passed 2+ years ago, it may qualify for summary administration in Tampa, FL.