Probate
Polk County - Lake Wales, FL Probate Attorney
- What if there is no will or the will is missing?
- What if an heir is omitted in the will?
- Is the homestead protected from creditors?
- What assets are exempt from creditors?
- To whom is the furniture and furnishings given?
- How should bank accounts be handled?
- Is there a penalty to cash in C.D.'s?
- How is the car title transferred?
- What about income taxes or estate taxes?
- Who pays the doctor and hospital bills?
- What about credit card bills?
- What about travel and lodging reimbursement?
- When can assets be distributed?
- Who distributes the assets?
- How are funeral expenses paid?
If you are faced with the task of initiating a probate administration, read our Probate Checklist for a place to start. For answers to some of the questions we are asked most often, please read our FAQ's about Probate page.
Call us today at (863) 676-6000 for a consulation at no charge.Probate Misconceptions
Unfortunately, probate has the reputation of being a very long and expensive process. However, it doesn't have to be that way. Each attorney at Weaver, McClendon & Penrod in Lake Wales, FL has dealt with various aspects of probate law. For over thirty years, we have assisted clients on a regular basis in transfering a decedent's assets. Whether your concern is reducing creditor bills for the family or locating missing assets, our Polk County County attorneys will confidently show you that probate can be a streamlined process - both in and out-of-state.
Out-of-State ("Ancillary") Probate Process
Quite often, Personal Representatives (or "Executors") of an estate do not reside in Florida. Our firm is very adept in assisting out-of-state Personal Representatives so that they can handle their loved one's estate without your having to travel to Florida. Be assured that we are able to accommodate your schedule and needs.
Contact Weaver, McClendon & Penrod today at (863) 676-6000 to start your way to an efficient probate.
Weaver, McClendon and Penrod, LLP
240 East Park Avenue
Post Office Box 466
Lake Wales, FL 33859-0466
Phone: 863.676.6000
Fax: 863.678.1515
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Located in the heart of Central, Florida, Weaver, McClendon & Penrod, LLP serves clients in all Florida Counties, including Polk and Highlands Counties and the cities of Avon Park, Bartow, Davenport, Fort Meade, Frostproof, Haines City, Lake Hamilton, Lake Wales, Sebring, and Winter Haven, Florida.
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