Probate and Probate Litigation

A will is a precise written statement of what is to be done with someone's property and possessions after he or she dies. When someone dies "intestate," the laws of our state decide the distribution of a decedent's possessions. Intestate means "without a will."

Most states require wills to include a legal signature and the signature of one or more witnesses. If there is a dispute over a will regarding content or validity, the will enters probate.

A probate proceeding takes place in a civil probate court. Among other things, it settles debts and titles to property passed from a decedent to his heirs.

These are legal matters commonly litigated and/or adjudicated in probate court:

Important considerations

Probate is a technical branch of the law. I do everything within my power to keep any probate as simple as possible for you.

I extend my offer of help to you and to your family. And I give you the full extent of my personal attention and discretion when you must deal with the legal questions left when a loved one dies. The last place you want to go while you mourn a great personal loss is to probate court. I do everything within my power to keep any probate problem as simple as possible for you.

Daytona's probate pro

I offer 38 years of experience in Central Florida, mostly in Daytona Beach and Volusia and Flagler Counties. I know the judges, the courts, the attorneys and the insurance companies here. During my first 15 years of practice, I defended insurance companies. I learned their tactics from the inside.

Put my experience and expertise to work for you by contacting me, Robert W. Elton, for a free consultation.

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