Estate Planning, Estate And Trust Administration, And Probate

Fort Lauderdale Estate and Trust Administration Attorneys

At Saavedra-Goodwin, we understand that administering an estate or trust can be a challenging and complex process. Whether or not there was a valid will, a personal representative must be appointed to handle the distribution of assets and debts. Disagreements among stakeholders, unclear records, and mounting debts can further complicate the situation. Our experienced estate and trust administration attorneys are here to guide you through every step of the process, ensuring that the estate is resolved efficiently and in accordance with the decedent’s wishes. With over three decades of experience serving South Florida, we are dedicated to helping you navigate the often-difficult task of administering estates and trusts.

Fort Lauderdale Estate And Trust Administration Lawyers

When a person dies and leaves behind property and assets solely in his or her name, action typically must be taken in order to distribute those assets. Whether or not the person had a valid will at the time of death, a personal representative will be named, either in a will or by a court, to administer the assets and debts of the estate.

Unfortunately, administering an estate is not always an easy or straightforward process, especially when family members disagree about the disposition of assets, there are debts to be paid, and the deceased has not left behind the best of records or information about the assets. By enlisting the assistance of the estate administration attorneys of Saavedra-Goodwin from the beginning of the estate administration process, you can minimize the potential for conflict and problems, and have the best chance of resolving the estate as quickly and efficiently as possible.

Saavedra-Goodwin’s Trust Law Attorneys Are On Your Side

When a person has created a trust prior to his or her death, the trust document governs the disposition of assets and debts, but the administration of the trust takes place outside of the oversight of the court system. From the initial creation of the trust to the eventual administration of the trust by the trustee, the attorneys of Saavedra-Goodwin will guide your family through the trust process that is crucial to preserving and protecting your rights, assets and inheritance. By ensuring that your trust document is individualized to fit your situation and covers all foreseen contingencies, the trustee and your family members will have a less stressful and easier experience in administering the terms of your trust. By adequately preparing for the future, you can better protect yourself, your family members, and your assets from the disputes that often arise in the context of estate, probate and trust matters.

Let The Estate And Trust Administration Team At Saavedra-Goodwin Handle Your Needs

The attorneys of Saavedra-Goodwin have spent over three decades representing a wide variety of clients in estate and trust administration matters in South Florida and throughout the state of Florida. We have the knowledge and skills to handle any estate or trust-related issue that might arise. Saavedra-Goodwin is dedicated to providing the top-notch service that you expect and deserve when it comes to protecting your family members and the assets that they have worked so hard to earn. Call us today at (954) 767-6333.

Fort Lauderdale Attorney Damaso W. Saavedra

Damaso Saavedra

Mr. Saavedra is the managing partner of the firm, which he established in 1988. Born in Havana, Cuba, Mr. Saavedra is fluent in English and Spanish. He received his B.A. in 1979 from the University of Connecticut and his J.D. in 1986 from the George Washington National Law Center. Mr. Saavedra has served as Secretary and Director for the Inter-American Businessmen Association and co-authored “An Introduction to the Settlement of Unresolved Property Claims against the Cuban Government.” Mr. Saavedra also served as Staff Assistant for Congressman William Lehman in Washington, D.C. [ ATTORNEY BIO ]

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