Elizabeth Fernandez, Author at EPGD Business Law

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Trusts & Estates

What Happens If You Lose Your Trust Documents?

Losing trust documents happens more often than people realize. The problem with losing trust documents is that there is no

Elizabeth Fernandez May 26, 2021

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Estate Planning

What are the different reasons a will can be contested?

In Florida, an interested party may challenge the validity of an existing will, in whole or in part, based on

Elizabeth Fernandez April 19, 2021

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Estate Planning

What if you do not want your family to contest your Will?

Having a will in place to ensure that one’s assets and family are taken care of after one’s passing is

Elizabeth Fernandez April 19, 2021

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Estate Planning

Who Has Standing to Contest a Will?

What is a Will Contest? In order to satisfy a proper will contest, certain criteria must be met. A close

Elizabeth Fernandez April 19, 2021

Real Estate Law

What Happens if a Foreigner Dies with Real Estate in the U.S. Under Florida Law?

If a foreigner who owns real estate in the United States passes away, and the owned property is subject to

Elizabeth Fernandez March 9, 2021

Real Estate Law

How can a Remainderman be Removed from Real Estate Title in Florida?

The changing of a remainderman in Florida can be complex and tricky business, however, here are a few tips that

Elizabeth Fernandez February 8, 2021

Trusts & Estates

Must a Deed be Recorded to be Valid in Florida?

Under Florida law, an unrecorded deed that is notarized and delivered, will be valid as between the parties (the grantor

Elizabeth Fernandez February 8, 2021

Trusts & Estates

Can I Disclaim My Inheritance to Qualify for Medicaid in Florida?

Florida is home to a growing population of elderly people. With such a growth in this demographic there are bound

Elizabeth Fernandez January 18, 2021

Business Law

Florida Shareholder Inspection Rights

It is not uncommon for corporate directors to act in their own self-interest or for a corporation to mismanage funds.

Elizabeth Fernandez January 13, 2021

Estate Planning

What is a Notice of Related Cases in Florida?

A notice of related cases is a form that must be filed by a petitioner along with the initial pleading

Elizabeth Fernandez January 8, 2021