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Business How the Death of a Silent Partner Affects Business Operations and Dissolution In many small businesses and partnerships, there may be one or more “silent partners”—individuals who have invested capital into the business but do not actively participate in its daily operations....

Estate Planning Wills Trusts 2024 Updates to Probate and Trust Law: Key Takeaways for Florida Families Florida's probate and trust laws have undergone significant changes in 2024, impacting how families plan their estates and navigate the probate process. These updates aim to modernize legal procedures, enhance...

Trust Litigation How to Remove a Problem Trustee in Florida: A Step-by-Step Guide A trustee has a serious legal duty: to manage a trust’s assets for the benefit of its beneficiaries, according to the terms of the trust and in compliance with Florida...

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Estate Planning Wills Trusts Protecting Vulnerable Beneficiaries in Estate Disputes Estate disputes often arise when family members suspect that a vulnerable loved one was coerced into making changes to their will or estate plan. In Florida, undue influence is a...

Business How to Protect Trade Secrets and Confidential Business Information in Florida In today’s competitive business landscape, protecting trade secrets and confidential business information is crucial for maintaining an edge in the market. Whether it’s a proprietary formula, client lists, or business...

Guardianship The Cost of Guardianship in Florida: Who Pays and How to Minimize Expenses When a loved one becomes incapacitated and unable to manage their affairs, guardianship may be necessary to protect their well-being and finances. However, the costs associated with guardianship in Florida...

Workers Compensation Employment & Workers’ Compensation Litigation For employers in Florida, navigating the complexities of employment and workers’ compensation litigation is a critical part of protecting their business. Employers face a dual responsibility: ensuring compliance with workers’...

Estate Planning Wills Trusts Choosing a Caregiver for Your Pet in Your Estate Plan For many pet owners, their furry, feathered, or scaly companions are more than just animals—they’re family. However, unlike other family members, pets cannot advocate for themselves, making it essential to...

Estate Planning Wills Trusts Protecting Non-Biological Children in LGBTQ+ Families Through Estate Planning Estate planning is a crucial process for all families, but for LGBTQ households, it takes on additional importance, particularly when it comes to protecting the rights and inheritance of non-biological...

Estate Planning Wills Trusts How Do I Revise an Estate Plan After a Divorce? Divorce brings significant changes to your life, including your financial and legal responsibilities. One critical, often overlooked task after a divorce is revising your estate plan. Failing to update your...

Estate Planning Wills Trusts Trust Wars: How Florida’s Statute of Repose Could Impact Generational Wealth In Florida, long-established family trusts are vital in preserving generational wealth. However, recent changes to Florida’s statute of repose could bring unforeseen challenges. The statute of repose sets a firm...

Estate Planning Wills Trusts Planning Your Digital Estate in Florida As our lives become increasingly digital, traditional estate planning must adapt to protect new forms of assets like cryptocurrency, social media accounts, and non-fungible tokens (NFTs). At Bleakley Bavol Denman...

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