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Practice Area · Probate

Probate Attorney Serving
Miami Lakes & Miami-Dade

Losing a loved one is profoundly difficult; the complex mechanics of the Florida probate system shouldn't add to your burden. Whether your loved one left a will or passed away intestate, we help families and personal representatives manage the entire process — ensuring strict compliance with Florida law while fiercely protecting the estate's value.

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Full-Spectrum Probate

How We Guide
Your Family

  • Formal & Summary Administration Full traditional probate for complex estates, and expedited Summary Administration for eligible smaller Florida estates.
  • Ancillary Probate Seamless proceedings for out-of-state decedents who owned real estate or tangible assets within Florida.
  • Personal Representative (Executor) Counsel Step-by-step representation so executors fulfill their fiduciary duties while staying shielded from personal liability.
  • Creditor & Claims Management Handling mandatory legal notices, negotiating valid debts, and defending the estate against invalid or inflated creditor demands.
  • Asset Distribution & Litigation Support Secure collection, valuation, and lawful distribution of assets — with robust support in will contests or family disputes.
Clarity, Efficiency, Compassion

When the story passes
to the next chapter.

In Florida, probate can be public, expensive, and slow — often six to twelve months or more. We simplify the complex so you can focus on your family.

From filing the initial petition to the final distribution and closing of the estate, we provide personalized, step-by-step guidance, keeping every beneficiary informed at each stage.

Thoughtful planning protects families — and when planning isn't enough, compassionate probate guidance helps families move forward with confidence.
Common Questions

Probate FAQ

What is probate, and how long does it take in Florida?
Probate is the court-supervised process of validating a will, paying debts, and distributing assets. In Florida it commonly takes six to twelve months or more, depending on the estate's size and complexity.
What happens if my loved one died without a will?
When someone dies intestate, Florida law dictates who inherits through a statutory formula. We guide the personal representative through the process and ensure the estate is administered correctly.
Can probate be avoided?
Yes — proactive estate planning, especially a properly funded Revocable Living Trust, can help your family bypass probate entirely. We handle both planning and administration.
What is Summary Administration?
It is an expedited, lower-cost probate process available for smaller, eligible Florida estates, transferring assets to beneficiaries far more quickly than formal administration.
Your Next Step

Move forward
with confidence.

Schedule your free 30-minute consultation with Alex Trujillo, Esq. — no jargon, no pressure, just clarity.