Why Florida Trust Administration Is More Complicated Than You Expect — And Why Handling It Alone Can Be Risky

by Trust Counsel | Dec 15, 2025 | Articles, Trusts

If you’ve recently lost a loved one and learned that you’ve been named as the Successor Trustee of their trust, you may be wondering what your responsibilities actually are—and whether trust administration in Florida is really as complicated as people say.Many new...

Accidental Death at 39: Here’s What You Need to Know

by Trust Counsel | Dec 12, 2025 | Articles, Estate Planning

Michael Duarte had everything to live for. At 39, the popular food influencer was building his brand, sharing recipes with millions of followers, and raising his 6-year-old daughter Oakley with his wife Jessica. His content brought joy to countless people who watched...

Understanding the New Trump Accounts: What Parents Need to Know for 2025–2026

by Trust Counsel | Dec 8, 2025 | Articles, Family

In early December, the White House released new guidance on the Trump Accounts, giving families a much clearer picture of how these federally sponsored investment accounts for children will work. Originally focused only on newborns, the program has now expanded—thanks...

Caring for Aging Parents: How to Protect Relationships and Plan Ahead

by Trust Counsel | Dec 5, 2025 | Articles, Guardianship

When adult siblings come together to care for aging parents, something unexpected often happens. Instead of bringing families closer, the experience frequently exposes old wounds and creates new rifts that never fully heal. What should be a time of unity becomes a...

Check List: Documents You Need to Start Probate in Florida — Lessons From the Estate of Chadwick Boseman

by Trust Counsel | Dec 3, 2025 | Articles, Celebrity Estates, Probate

When actor Chadwick Boseman passed away in 2020, the world mourned the loss of a true icon. But behind the scenes, his family faced the task of navigating probate—a court-supervised process required to settle a person’s estate. Even with a valid will in place, the...

How to Talk to Your Loved Ones About Death, Money, and Estate Planning at the Holidays

by Trust Counsel | Nov 24, 2025 | Articles

As the holidays approach, families gather to share food, laughter, and stories. But amid the joy, there is often an unspoken truth: many families avoid the conversations that matter most. What will happen when you are gone? How will your loved ones be cared for? What...