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The Florida Lawyers Support form serves as a vital resource for legal professionals involved in probate law. Developed by the Real Property, Probate and Trust Law Section of The Florida Bar, these forms have been standardized to enhance workflow, ensure compliance, and meet the preferences of probate judges across Florida. Effective January 1, 2022, the forms were designed to cater to a range of probate-related scenarios, from the initiation of probate proceedings to notifications required throughout the legal process. They come in various formats, including a flash drive with non-interactive locked PDF files, physical copies, and the option to order forms individually. Additionally, the form includes pricing details along with shipping and tax provisions, providing clear and concise information for attorneys to make their selections. By streamlining the transition into probate court matters, the Florida Lawyers Support form not only simplifies the preparation of necessary documentation but also emphasizes the importance of utilizing up-to-date forms to support case outcomes.

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2022

PROBATE FORMS

Effective January 1, 2022

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INDEX of all probate forms; includes rule and statutory references pertaining to each form.

#______@ $25.00 each

I.GENERAL PROBATE RELATED FORMS

P-1.0100 Petition to Open Safe Deposit Box

#______@ $5.00 each

P-1.0110 Order to Open Safe Deposit Box

#______@ $5.00 each

P-1.0300 Caveat by Creditor (nonresident- pro se)

#______@ $5.00 each

P-1.0301 Caveat by Creditor (non-resident Represented by Florida attorney)

#______@ $2.50 each

P-1.0305 Caveat by Creditor (Resident)

#_____@ $2.50 each

P-1.0310 Caveat by Interested Person (other than creditor - nonresident, pro se)

#______@ $5.00 each

P-1.0311 Caveat by Creditor (other than Creditor – nonresident, represented by Florida attorney)

#_____@ $2.50 each

P-1.0315 Caveat by Interested Person (other than creditor – resident)

#______@ $2.50 each

P-1.0400 Request for Notice and Copies

#______@ $5.00 each

P-1.0500 Formal Notice

#______@ $2.50 each

P-1.0501 Formal Notice (adversary)

#______@ $2.50 each

P-1.0510 Proof of Service of Formal Notice

#______@ $2.50 each

P-1.0511 Proof of Service of Formal Notice (adversary)

#______@ $2.50 each

P-1.0512 Proof of Service in the manner of Formal Notice

#_____@ $2.50 each

P-1.0513 Proof of Service in the manner of Formal Notice (adversary)

#_____@ $2.50 each

P-1.0520 Notice of Action (formal notice by publication)

#______@ $2.50 each

P-1.0530 Notice of Hearing

#______@ $5.00 each

P-1.0531 Notice of Hearing (adversary)

#______@ $5.00 each

P-1.0600 Consent and Waiver of Notice

#______@ $2.50 each

P-1.0610 Consent and Waiver of Notice (copy attached)

#______@ $2.50 each

P-1.0620 Joinder, Waiver and Consent

#______@ $2.50 each

P-1.0630 Notice of Disqualification of Personal Representative

#______@ $2.50 each

P-1.0640 Notice of Confidential Information Within Court Filing (no contemporaneous filing)

#______@ $5.00 each

P-1.0641 Notice of Confidential Information Within Court Filing (contemporaneous filing)

#______@ $2.50 each

P-1.0800 Notice of Trust

#______@ $2.50 each

P-1.0900 Notice of Designation of Email Addresses for Service of Documents

#______@ $2.50 each

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P-1.0910 Statement Regarding Compensation of Personal Representative (will)

#______@ $2.50 each

P-1.0915 Statement Regarding Compensation of Personal Representative (codicil)

#______@ $2.50 each

II.FORMS FOR ABBREVIATED PROBATE PROCEEDINGS

P-2.0100 Disposition of Personal Property without Administration (verified statement)

#______@ $7.50 each

P-2.0204 Petition for Summary Administration (testate

– single petitioner)

#______@ $10.00 each

P-2.0205 Petition for Summary Administration (testate- multiple petitioners)

#______@ $10.00 each

P-2.0214 Petition for Summary Administration (intestate

– single petitioner)

#______@ $10.00 each

P-2.0215 Petition for Summary Administration (intestate

–multiple petitioners))

#______@ $10.00 each

P-2.0219 Petition for Summary Administration (testate nonresident decedent – single petitioner)

#______@ $7.50 each

P-2.0220 Petition for Summary Administration (testate nonresident decedent – multiple petitioners)

#______@ $7.50 each

P-2.0224 Petition for Summary Administration (intestate nonresident decedent – single petitioner)

#______@ $7.50 each

P-2.0225 Petition for Summary Administration (intestate nonresident decedent – multiple petitioners)

#______@ $7.50 each

P-2.0300 Order of Summary Administration (testate)

#______@ $5.00 each

P-2.0310 Order of Summary Administration (intestate)

#______@ $5.00 each

P-2.0320 Order of Summary Administration (testate nonresident decedent)

#______@ $5.00 each

P-2.0322 Order of Summary Administration (testate nonresident decedent-authenticated copy of will)

#______@ $5.00 each

P-2.0325 Order of Summary Administration (intestate nonresident decedent)

#______@ $5.00 each

P-2.0355 Notice to Creditors (summary administration)

#______@ $2.50 each

P-2.0500 Order Admitting Will to Probate and of Summary Administration (self-proved)

#______@ $5.00 each

P-2.0600 Order Admitting Will to Probate (summary administration)

#______@ $2.50 each

P-2.0610 Order Admitting Will to Probate (summary administration - self proved)

#______@ $2.50 each

P-2.0630 Order Admitting Will of Nonresident to Probate (summary administration-authenticated copy of will)

#_____@ $2.50 each

P-2.0650 Order Admitting Will to Probate (summary administration – nonresident, self-proved)

#_____@ $2.50 each

P-2.0800 Petition to Admit Foreign Will to Record

#______@ $5.00 each

P-2.0810 Order Admitting Foreign Will to Record

#______@ $2.50 each

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P-2.0850 Affidavit Under Section 735.303, Florida Statutes, to Obtain Bank Property of Deceased Account Holder

#______@ $5.00 each

III.OPENING FORMAL ADMINISTRATION

P-3.0050 Petition to Appoint Curator

#______@ $5.00 each

P-3.0065 Order Appointing Curator (no bond)

#______@ $2.50 each

P-3.0070 Order Appointing Curator (bond required)

#______@ $2.50 each

P-3.0071 Oath of Curator and Designation and Acceptance of Resident Agent

#______@ $5.00 each

P-3.0075 Letters of Curatorship

#______@ $2.50 each

P-3.0100 Petition for Administration (testate Florida resident-single petitioner)

#______@ $7.50 each

P-3.0110 Petition for Administration (testate Florida resident-multiple petitioners and single PR)

#______@ $7.50 each

P-3.0111 Petition for Administration (testate Florida resident- multiple petitioners and PRs)

#______@ $7.50 each

P-3.0120 Petition for Administration (intestate Florida resident-single petitioner)

#______@ $7.50 each

P-3.0130 Petition for Administration (intestate Florida resident--multiple petitioners and single PR)

#______@ $7.50 each

P-3.0131 Petition for Administration (intestate Florida resident-multiple petitioners and PRs)

#______@ $7.50 each

P-3.0140 Petition for Administration (testate nonresident-single petitioner)

#______@ $7.50 each

P-3.0150 Petition for Administration (testate nonresident-multiple petitioners and single PR)

#______@ $7.50 each

P-3.0151 Petition for Administration (testate nonresident-multiple petitioners and PRs)

#______@ $7.50 each

P-3.0160 Petition for Administration (intestate nonresident-single petitioner)

#______@ $7.50 each

P-3.0170 Petition for Administration (intestate nonresident-multiple petitioners and single PR)

#______@ $7.50 each

P-3.0171 Petition for Administration (intestate nonresident-multiple petitioners and PRs)

#______@ $7.50 each

P-3.0190 Waiver of Notice by Domiciliary Personal Representative

#______@ $2.50 each

P-3.0200 Waiver of Priority, Consent to Appointment of Personal Representative and Waiver of Notice and Bond (single)

#______@ $2.50 each

P-3.0210 Waiver of Priority, Consent to Appointment of Personal Representative and Waiver of Notice and Bond (multiple)

#______@ $2.50 each

P-3.0300 Oath of Witness to Will

#______@ $2.50 each

P-3.0301 Oath of Witness to Will (copy)

#______@ $2.50 each

P-3.0310 Oath of Witness to Codicil

#______@ $2.50 each

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P-3.0311 Oath of Witness to Codicil (copy)

#______@ $2.50 each

P-3.0320 Proof of Will

#______@ $2.50 each

P-3.0330 Proof of Codicil

#______@ $2.50 each

P-3.0350 Petition for Appointment of Commissioner

#______@ $2.50 each

P-3.0355 Order Appointing Commissioner

#______@ $2.50 each

P-3.0360 Commission

#______@ $7.50 each

P-3.0400 Order Admitting Will to Probate and Appointing Personal Representative (single)

#______@ $2.50 each

P-3.0401 Order Admitting Will to Probate and Appointing Personal Representative (corporate)

#______@ $2.50 each

P-3.0410 Order Admitting Will to Probate and Appointing Personal Representatives (multiple)

#______@ $2.50 each

P-3.0420 Order Admitting Will to Probate and Appointing Personal Representative (self-proved)

#______@ $2.50 each

P-3.0421 Order Admitting Will to Probate and Appointing Personal Representative (self-proved, corporate)

#______@ $2.50 each

P-3.0430 Order Admitting Will to Probate and Appointing Personal Representatives (self-proved, multiple)

#______@ $2.50 each

P-3.0440 Order Appointing Personal Representative (intestate-single)

#______@ $2.50 each

P-3.0441 Order Appointing Personal Representative (intestate-corporate)

#______@ $2.50 each

P-3.0450 Order Appointing Personal Representatives (intestate-multiple)

#______@ $2.50 each

P-3.0460 Order Admitting Codicil to Probate

#______@ $2.50 each

P-3.0470 Order Admitting Codicil to Probate (self- proved)

#______@ $2.50 each

P-3.0480 Order Admitting Will of Nonresident to Probate and Appointing Personal Representative

#______@ $2.50 each

P-3.0481 Order Admitting Will of Nonresident to Probate and Appointing Personal Representative (corporate)

#______@ $2.50 each

P-3.0490 Order Appointing Personal Representative of Nonresident (intestate)

#______@ $2.50 each

P-3.0491 Order Appointing Personal Representative of

Nonresident (intestate-corporate)

#______@ $2.50 each

P-3.0500 Petition to Waive Bond of Personal Representative

#______@ $5.00 each

P-3.0510 Waiver of Bond by an Interested Person

#______@ $2.50 each

P-3.0520 Bond of Personal Representative

#______@ $2.50 each

P-3.0600 Oath of Personal Representative and Designation and Acceptance of Resident Agent

#______@ $5.00 each

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P-3.0610 Designation of Successor Resident Agent and Acceptance

#______@ $2.50 each

P-3.0620 Oath of Corporate Personal Representative

#______@ $2.50 each

P-3.0700 Letters of Administration (single personal representative)

#______@ $2.50 each

P-3.0710 Letters of Administration (multiple personal representatives)

#______@ $2.50 each

P-3.0720 Ancillary Letters of Administration

#______@ $2.50 each

P-3.0740 Notice to Creditors

#______@ $2.50 each

P-3.0802 Notice of Administration (testate)

#______@ $5.00 each

P-3.0804 Notice of Administration (intestate)

#______@ $5.00 each

P-3.0810 Waiver of Service of Notice of Administration (testate)

#______@ $2.50 each

P-3.0811 Receipt of Notice of Administration

#______@ $2.50 each

P-3.0820 Waiver of Service of Notice of Administration (intestate)

#______@ $2.50 each

P-3.0830 Proof of Service of Notice of Administration

#______@ $2.50 each

P-3.0831 Statement Regarding Creditors (individual)

#______@ $2.50 each

P-3.0832 Statement Regarding Creditors (corporate)

#______@ $2.50 each

P-3.0900 Inventory

#______@ $7.50 each

P-3.0901 Inventory (ancillary)

#______@ $5.00 each

P-3.0905 Notice to Beneficiaries Regarding Inventory

#______@ $2.50 each

P-3.0910 Request for Copy of Inventory

#______@ $2.50 each

P-3.0915 Inventory of Safe Deposit Box

#______@ $7.50 each

P-3.0920 Proof of Service of Inventory

#______@ $2.50 each

P-3.0925 Proof of Service of Inventory of Safe Deposit Box

#______@ $2.50 each

P-3.0930 Petition to Extend Time for Filing Inventory

#______@ $5.00 each

P-3.0940 Order Extending Time for Filing Inventory

#______@ $2.50 each

P-3.0950 Notice of Federal Estate Tax Return Due

#______@ $2.50 each

P-3.1001 Personal Representative's Proof of Claim (debts paid)

#______@ $5.00 each

P-3.1002 Personal Representative's Proof of Claim (debts to be paid)

#______@ $5.00 each

P-3.1010 Statement of Claim by _____________

#______@ $2.50 each

P-3.1020 Objection to Claim

#______@ $5.00 each

P-3.1021 Objection to Personal Representative's Proof of Claim (items listed as “to be paid”)

#______@ $5.00 each

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P-3.1030 Proof of Service of Objection to Claim

#______@ $2.50 each

P-3.1031 Proof of Service of Objection to Claim (by attorney)

#______@ $2.50 each

P-3.1033 Notice to Creditor to File Petition for Extension

#_______@ $5.00 each

P-3.1050 Satisfaction and Release of Claim

#______@ $2.50 each

IV. SPECIAL PROCEEDINGS

P-4.0200 Petition to Determine Exempt Property

#______@ $5.00 each

P-4.0210 Order Determining Exempt Property (surviving spouse)

#______@ $2.50 each

P-4.0220 Order Determining Exempt Property (children of decedent; no surviving spouse)

#______@ $2.50 each

P-4.0300 Petition for Family Allowance

#______@ $5.00 each

P-4.0310 Order Authorizing Payment of Family Allowance (periodic payment)

#______@ $2.50 each

P-4.0311 Order Authorizing Payment of Family Allowance (lump sum)

#______@ $2.50 each

P-4.0400 Notice of Personal Representative Taking Possession of Protected Homestead

#______@ $5.00 each

P-4.0410 Petition to Determine Homestead Status of Real Property (intestate – spouse and/or descendants)

#______@ $7.50 each

P-4.0415 Petition to Determine Homestead Status of Real Property (intestate – no spouses or descendants)

#______@ $7.50 each

P-4.0420 Petition to Determine Homestead Status of Real Property (testate)

#______@ $7.50 each

P-4.0430 Election of Surviving Spouse to Take a One- Half Interest of Decedent’s Interest in Homestead Property

#______@ $2.50 each

P-4.0454 Order Determining Homestead Status of Real Property (intestate--spouse, no lineal descendants- exempt from claims)

#______@ $5.00 each

P-4.0456 Order Determining Homestead Status of Real Property (intestate--lineal descendants, no spouse exempt from claims)

#______@ $5.00 each

P-4.0457 Order Determining Homestead Status of Real Property (intestate – spouse, lineal descendants exempt from claims)

#______@ $5.00 each

P-4.0458 Order Determining Homestead Status of Real Property (intestate – heirs, no spouse or lineal descendants, exempt from claims)

#______@ $5.00 each

P-4.0461 Order Determining Homestead Status of Real Property (testate – not devised, spouse and minor child- exempt from claims and election by spouse)

#______@ $5.00 each

P-4.0462 Order Determining Homestead Status of Real Property (testate-not devised, spouse and minor child - exempt from claims and no election by spouse)

#______@ $5.00 each

P-4.0463 Order Determining Homestead Status of Real Property (testate - not devised, minor child but no surviving spouse - exempt from claims)

#______@ $5.00 each

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P-4.0464 Order Determining Homestead Status of Real Property (testate-devised, spouse, no minor child- exempt from claims)

#______@ $5.00 each

P-4.0466 Order Determine Homestead Status of Real Property (testate-devised, heirs, no spouse or minor child- exempt from claims)

#______@ $5.00 each

P-4.0468 Order Determining Homestead Status of Real Property (testate--devised to persons other than heirs, no spouse or minor - not exempt from claims)

#______@ $5.00 each

P-4.0540 Election to Take Elective Share

#______@ $5.00 each

P-4.0541 Proof of Service of Election to Take Elective Share

#______@ $2.50 each

P-4.0545 Notice of Election to Take Elective Share

#______@ $2.50 each

P-4.0550 Proof of Service of Notice of Election to Take Elective Share

#______@ $2.50 each

P-4.0555 Order Determining Spouse’s Entitlement to Elective Share

#______@ $2.50 each

P-4.0560 Petition to Determining Amount of Elective Share (contribution not required)

#______@ $5.00 each

P-4.0565 Order Determining Amount of Elective Share (contribution not required)

#______@ $5.00 each

P-4.0570 Petition to Determine Amount of Elective Share (contribution required)

#______@ $5.00 each

P-4.0575 Order Determining Elective Share (contribution required)

#______@ $5.00 each

P-4.0600 Declaration that Proceeding is Adversary

#______@ $5.00 each

P-4.0610 Order that Proceeding is Adversary

#______@ $2.50 each

P-4.0650 Notice of Civil Action

#______@ $5.00 each

P-4.0700 Notice of Ancillary Administration

#______@ $5.00 each

P-4.0820 Petition for Order Designating Depository for Assets

#______@ $5.00 each

P-4.0830 Receipt of Assets by Depository

#______@ $2.50 each

P-4.0835 Acceptance and Certification by Depository

#______@ $2.50 each

P-4.0840 Order Designating Depository for Assets

#______@ $5.00 each

V.CLOSING ADMINISTRATION

P-5.0100 Petition to Extend Time for Filing Final Accounting and Petition for Discharge

#______@ $5.00 each

P-5.0200 Order Extending Time for Filing Final Accounting and Petition for Discharge

#______@ $2.50 each

P-5.0300 Notice of Interim Accounting

#______@ $2.50 each

P-5.0340 Accounting of Personal Representative(s)

#______@ $17.50 each

P-5.0400 Petition for Discharge (single personal representative)

#______@ $5.00 each

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P-5.0401 Petition for Discharge (multiple personal representatives)

#______@ $5.00 each

P-5.0410 Notice of Final Accounting and Petition for Discharge

#______@ $2.50 each

P-5.0411 Proof of Services of Notice of Final Accounting and Petition for Discharge

#______@ $2.50 each

P-5.0420 Receipt of Petition for Discharge and Accounting and Consent to Distribution

#______@ $2.50 each

P-5.0500 Waiver of Accounting and of Service of Petition for Discharge

#______@ $2.50 each

P-5.0501 Waiver of Accounting and of Service of Petition for Discharge and Consent to Distribution

#______@ $2.50 each

P-5.0510 Receipt

#______@ $2.50 each

P-5.0511 Receipt (with refunding language)

#______@ $2.50 each

P-5.0520 Waiver of Accounting and Service of Petition for Discharge; Receipt of Beneficiary and Consent to Discharge

#______@ $2.50 each

P-5.0530 Receipt of Beneficiary and Consent to Discharge

#______@ $2.50 each

P-5.0550 Petition for Discharge (full waiver – single personal representative)

#______@ $5.00 each

P-5.0551 Petition for Discharge (full waiver – multiple representatives)

#______@ $5.00 each

P-5.0570 Waiver of Accounting, Portions of Petition for Discharge and Service of Petition for Discharge; Receipt of Beneficiary and Consent to Discharge (full waiver)

#______@ $2.50 each

P-5.0600 Personal Representative’s Release and Certificate of Distribution of Real Property (single individual personal representative)

#______@ $5.00 each

P-5.0605 Personal Representative’s Release and Certificate of Distribution of Real Property (multiple individual representatives)

#______@ $7.50 each

P-5.0610 Personal Representative's Release and

Certificate of Distribution of Real Property (corporate

representatives)

#______@ $5.00 each

P-5.0700 Report of Distribution (single personal representative)

#______@ $5.00 each

P-5.0701 Report of Distribution (multiple personal representatives)

#______@ $5.00 each

P-5.0800 Order of Discharge (single personal representative)

#______@ $2.50 each

P-5.0810 Order of Discharge (multiple personal representatives)

#______@ $2.50 each

P-5.0900 Petition for Further Administration

#______@ $5.00 each

P-5.0901 Order for Further Administration

#______@ $2.50 each

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Governing Law The form is governed by Florida Statutes Chapters 731 through 735, covering probate, trust administration, and related procedures.
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The forms provided on the flash drive (Option #1) are in a locked PDF format. This means they can be printed, but they cannot be modified or saved as editable documents. If an interactive format is required, individuals are encouraged to visit the designated website for licensed vendors.

How do I send my completed order?

Once the form is completed, it can be mailed with a check to the address provided in the form. If using a credit card, individuals may also email the form to the designated email address. Ensure all relevant payment information is accurately filled out to avoid processing delays.

Is there a sales tax for these orders?

Yes, a 7% sales tax applies for residents of Florida. This tax is added to the total when ordering physical forms or the flash drive.

Can I purchase individual forms?

Yes, under Option #3, individuals may order forms on an a la carte basis. However, the total order must meet a minimum of $30.00. Prices for each individual form vary, and a specific table is provided in the form for reference.

Where can I find more information about the forms and services offered?

For additional details and an extensive list of all available forms, individuals can visit the official website: FLSSI.org. This site provides the necessary resources for attorneys looking to stay updated on the available probate forms and services.

Common mistakes

Completing the Florida Lawyers Support form can be straightforward, but several common mistakes can hinder the process. First and foremost, many individuals fail to provide a complete and accurate physical address. An incomplete address may lead to delays in processing and delivery of the necessary documents.

Another frequent error involves the lack of necessary contact information. People sometimes overlook including their current phone number or email address. Without these, communication regarding the order may become challenging, leading to missed updates or important information.

Using the wrong payment method is another common mistake. The form explicitly states that only Visa or MasterCard are accepted. Some may mistakenly assume they can use other forms of payment, like American Express or Discover, which will not be processed.

An additional oversight is failing to double-check the charge card information. Incorrect card numbers or expiration dates can result in denied transactions. This can be easily avoided by verifying all details before submission.

Many users also neglect to sign the form. The signature of the cardholder is required for payment authorization. Without it, the order will not be processed, resulting in unnecessary delays.

When calculating totals for options selected, people sometimes miscalculate, which can lead to incorrect payments. It is crucial to tally all selections accurately and ensure that sales tax and shipping costs are included.

Submitting the form without the required minimum order amount for itemized selections is another common error. For example, option #3 requires a $30.00 minimum. Orders falling below this amount will not be processed.

Some individuals fail to verify that they are ordering the correct forms. With many options available, not reviewing the specific form codes can lead to ordering the wrong documents. This mistake can unnecessarily complicate the probate process.

Lastly, forgetting to provide a credit card billing address when it differs from the shipping address can lead to payment processing issues. This information is essential to prevent potential fraud and ensure the transaction is successful.

By being mindful of these common errors, individuals can smoothly navigate the process of completing the Florida Lawyers Support form, ensuring their orders are processed efficiently and accurately.

Documents used along the form

The Florida Lawyers Support form is part of a broader set of documents that facilitate probate proceedings in Florida. Understanding these companion forms can streamline your legal process, making it easier to navigate the complexities of probate law. Below is a list of additional forms that are commonly used alongside the Florida Lawyers Support form.

  • Petition for Summary Administration: This document allows for a simplified probate process when the estate qualifies, particularly for smaller estates. It expedites the distribution of assets to heirs.
  • Order Admitting Will to Probate: This form officially acknowledges a will as valid and prepares the estate for formal administration, allowing the designated personal representative to act.
  • Notice to Creditors: This notice informs any potential creditors of the probate proceedings, allowing them to make claims against the estate if applicable. Timely notifications are crucial to address any outstanding debts.
  • Waiver of Notice: This form allows interested parties to waive their right to receive formal notifications regarding probate proceedings, which can simplify and speed up the process.
  • Final Accounting: This essential document summarizes the financial transactions of the estate and outlines how assets have been distributed. It ensures transparency and helps obtain court approval for the final settlement of the estate.

Utilizing these forms with the Florida Lawyers Support can help ensure that your probate process runs smoothly and efficiently. It is always advisable to consult with a legal professional if you have specific questions regarding your situation.

Similar forms

  • Uniform Probate Code (UPC): Like the Florida Lawyers Support form, the UPC provides a standardized framework for probate procedures across various jurisdictions. Both documents aim to streamline the probate process, making it more efficient for those navigating estate issues.
  • California Probate Forms: Similar to the Florida Lawyers Support form, California's probate forms are designed to facilitate the administration of estates. They serve similar functions, ensuring that legal requirements are met while simplifying the documentation process for users.
  • New York SCPA Forms: The Surrogate's Court Procedure Act (SCPA) forms in New York share the same intent as the Florida Lawyers Support form. They outline processes for administering estates and provide necessary documentation tailored to the state’s legal requirements.
  • Texas Probate Code Documents: Like the Florida Lawyers Support form, documents issued under the Texas Probate Code provide critical guidelines and templates for managing probate cases. Both sets of documents aim to standardize procedural practices within their respective states.
  • Washington State Probate Forms: The Washington probate forms serve a function akin to that of the Florida Lawyers Support form. They provide templates and procedural guidance for those involved in estate administration, emphasizing clarity and compliance with state laws.

Dos and Don'ts

Do's

  • Provide complete and accurate information on the form.
  • Double-check the attorney's Bar number to ensure it matches official records.
  • Include a preferred method of payment, either credit card or check, with required details.
  • Sign the form to authorize the order and payment.
  • Include the correct shipping address for your order delivery.
  • Contact customer service for any questions or clarifications necessary.

Don'ts

  • Do not leave any required fields blank.
  • Do not attempt to modify any of the forms after downloading.
  • Don’t forget to check the application deadline for submitting the form.
  • Do not use credit cards other than VISA or MasterCard for payment.
  • Do not mail the form without ensuring all information is correct.
  • Don't ignore the shipping fees when calculating the total cost.

Misconceptions

  • Misconception 1: The Florida Lawyers Support form is not necessary.

    • Many people believe that any form can be used for probate matters. However, using the correct, approved forms is essential to ensure compliance with Florida law.

  • Misconception 2: All forms are available for free online.

    • While some forms can be found online, the comprehensive set provided by the Florida Lawyers Support is not free. It’s vital to use the correct official forms, which come with a fee.

  • Misconception 3: I can modify the forms as needed.

    • Users often think they can edit the forms to better fit their needs. However, the forms are locked in PDF format to maintain their integrity and compliance.

  • Misconception 4: It’s okay to submit outdated forms.

    • Submitting outdated forms can lead to delays and potential legal issues. Always ensure that you're using the most current version, as specified by Florida laws.

  • Misconception 5: I don’t need to pay sales tax if I order online.

    • Many assume that online orders are exempt from sales tax. In Florida, sales tax applies to purchases, regardless of how they are ordered.

  • Misconception 6: I can use these forms for any type of legal proceeding.

    • These forms are specifically designed for probate matters. Using them for unrelated legal issues can lead to complications or invalid submissions.

  • Misconception 7: All forms are the same across the United States.

    • Each state has its own specific rules and forms. The Florida Lawyers Support forms are tailored specifically for Florida's probate laws.

  • Misconception 8: The form can be submitted electronically.

    • Many people think the forms can be submitted online, but paper submissions via mail are often required, depending on the form type and the court.

  • Misconception 9: I don’t need an attorney to use the forms.

    • While it's true that individuals can represent themselves, seeking legal advice is recommended, especially considering the complexities of probate laws.

Key takeaways

  • The Florida Lawyers Support form is designed for ordering official probate forms from Florida Lawyers Support Services, Inc.

  • Two primary options exist for obtaining the forms: a flash drive containing locked PDF files or physical copies of each form.

  • Orders must include a minimum purchase amount if choosing forms a la carte. The minimum requirement is $30.

  • Payment can be made by check or credit card (Visa or MasterCard only). If utilizing a credit card, complete all required fields accurately.

  • Shipping costs, sales tax for Florida residents, and pricing for individual forms should be calculated and included in the total order amount.

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