The Law Office Of Brian C. Perlin, P.A

The Law Office of Brian C. Perlin, P.A. employs a multi-disciplinary approach in preparing estate planning documents in Miami, FL. Our attorneys have a background in tax and finance, in addition to extensive expertise in elder law, probate, and trust administration, among others. With several practice areas in estate planning, we can explore various possible legal concerns in your situation.

Probate and estate administration are the processes through which estate assets are transferred after death. If probate avoidance planning has not been implemented prior to death, Florida requires a probate court proceeding, if the deceased was a resident or owned assets in the state of Florida.

During the probate proceeding, the decedent's appointed personal representative manages assets, pays any debts, files required tax returns and various court documents, and distributes the estate assets.However, the court may at any time require the process to be supervised. In a supervised probate, the probate judge must approve every detail of the estate administration.

In the absence of any planning to the contrary, your estate will be distributed according to Florida's laws of intestacy. This so-called "default" estate plan might not reflect your wishes. However, with advance planning, your estate will be administered according to your preferences. A last will and testament is one part of a comprehensive estate plan.

The Law Office of Brian C. Perlin, P.A. helps families handle the specific legal challenges faced by seniors in Miami. Our elder care attorneys will help you navigate the complex systems of elder law in Florida and make informed decisions about the well-being of your loved ones. Apart from the capability to handle the intricacies of elder law, our lawyers possess a background in tax and estate planning.

Asset protection planning is designed to shield assets against risks posed by lawsuits, potential creditors, or pending bankruptcy. Asset protection is especially important for professionals and business owners whose personal assets may be at risk in the state of Florida. State and federal laws exempt some of your assets from the claims of creditors.