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That moment arrives unexpectedly. A loved one has passed, and suddenly you're managing their final affairs. Most people ...
05/23/2026

That moment arrives unexpectedly. A loved one has passed, and suddenly you're managing their final affairs. Most people agree without hesitation. But few understand what Florida law actually demands once you step into this position.

From the instant your appointment becomes official, you operate under strict fiduciary standards. Your immediate responsibilities include locating and safeguarding all estate property. Obtaining appraisals and filing sworn inventory documents. Meeting statutory deadlines Florida courts enforce without exception.

Moran Law supports Palm Beach estate representatives throughout the entire probate process. Call (561) 779-2029 to explore your options.

The Myth of the Unchangeable Trust: What Palm Beach Wealth Holders Should Know"Your parents set this up to last forever....
05/23/2026

The Myth of the Unchangeable Trust: What Palm Beach Wealth Holders Should Know

"Your parents set this up to last forever. There's nothing anyone can do."

I hear this weekly from families who inherited trust arrangements created in entirely different eras. Here's the reality most advisors skip: Florida legislators built flexibility directly into our trust statutes.

Everything transforms across two decades. Beneficiaries develop substance issues or recover. Divorce reshapes family trees. Grandchildren with special needs arrive. Tax codes undergo complete overhauls. A 2005 framework cannot serve 2024 families effectively.

Moran Law advises Palm Beach families on trust adaptation. Call (561) 779-2029.

What Creditor Attorneys Actually Do With Your Trust DocumentsPicture this: A collection lawyer just received your family...
05/13/2026

What Creditor Attorneys Actually Do With Your Trust Documents

Picture this: A collection lawyer just received your family's trust through discovery. Every page gets scrutinized for weaknesses they can exploit in court. This adversarial review happens more often than families realize.

Trusts with weaknesses can be amended to meet contemporary standards. Families addressing vulnerabilities proactively retain maximum flexibility. Those discovering problems mid-lawsuit face severely limited choices.

Protection that crumbles under scrutiny was never real protection.

Moran Law evaluates trust documentation for Tequesta and Palm Beach families. Schedule your review at (561) 779-2029.

Here's a scenario that catches many families off guard: A trust established decades ago now threatens your adult child's...
05/13/2026

Here's a scenario that catches many families off guard: A trust established decades ago now threatens your adult child's Medicaid eligibility. The very structure meant to provide security becomes an obstacle to essential healthcare coverage.

Most people don't realize Florida offers a powerful solution called decanting.

Under Florida Statute §736.04117, an authorized trustee can pour assets from one irrevocable trust into an entirely new trust, one with terms that work for today's reality. No courtroom required.

Moran Law guides Palm Beach families through these complex trust restructuring decisions. Reach us at (561) 779-2029 for a consultation.

That Envelope in Your Drawer Just Became UrgentFlorida law imposes a strict deadline on anyone holding a deceased person...
05/12/2026

That Envelope in Your Drawer Just Became Urgent

Florida law imposes a strict deadline on anyone holding a deceased person's will. Under Florida Statute 732.901, the custodian must deposit the original will with the clerk of the circuit court within 10 days after learning the testator has died. The 10-day clock begins when you learn of the death.

Whoever has custody of the original will, whether a family member, attorney, bank, or other person or entity, must deposit it with the clerk in the county where the decedent was domiciled at death.

If you need assistance with Palm Beach County probate requirements, Moran Law can guide you through the process. Call (561) 779-2029 to discuss your situation.

Someone trusted you enough to safeguard their final wishes. Now what?Maybe it's in a fireproof box or sitting in your de...
05/11/2026

Someone trusted you enough to safeguard their final wishes. Now what?

Maybe it's in a fireproof box or sitting in your desk drawer. Either way, that original will carries weight you might not realize. Florida doesn't leave room for ambiguity here.

The moment you learn the person who wrote that will has died, a legal obligation activates. Statute 732.901 mandates delivery to the circuit court clerk within ten days.

This isn't optional. It's enforceable law.

Moran Law assists Palm Beach County residents in navigating these probate obligations correctly.

☎️ Contact us at (561) 779-2029 to discuss your situation.

Myth: A will is all you need to protect your Palm Beach family. Fact: A will guarantees your assets go through probate. ...
05/04/2026

Myth: A will is all you need to protect your Palm Beach family. Fact: A will guarantees your assets go through probate. A living trust can skip it entirely.

When property passes through a will, it enters Florida's probate system. That means court oversight, potential delays lasting months or even years, and your family's inheritance becoming public record.

A revocable living trust works differently.

Moran Law helps Palm Beach families build estate plans designed to actually protect what matters most.

☎️ Call (561) 779-2029 to discuss your situation.

You're grieving the loss of a loved one. The last thing on your mind is a legal deadline. But if you're holding their or...
05/02/2026

You're grieving the loss of a loved one. The last thing on your mind is a legal deadline. But if you're holding their original will, Florida law gives you just 10 days to file it with the court.

Under Florida Statute 732.901, anyone who has custody of a will must deposit the original document with the clerk of the circuit court within 10 days after learning of the death.

Moran Law helps Palm Beach families meet every deadline and fulfill their fiduciary duties with confidence.

☎️ Call (561) 779-2029 to discuss your situation.

If you are holding a loved one's original will, Florida Statute 732.901 requires the custodian to deposit that original ...
04/27/2026

If you are holding a loved one's original will, Florida Statute 732.901 requires the custodian to deposit that original with the clerk of the circuit court within 10 days after learning the testator has died. In Palm Beach County, wills are filed with the clerk at the Main Courthouse (205 N. Dixie Hwy, West Palm Beach) and the 15th Judicial Circuit handles probate filings.

The clerk retains and preserves the original will for at least 20 years. To protect yourself, document when and how you learned of the testator's death. For assistance with Palm Beach County probate deadlines and filing requirements, Moran Law can help. Call (561) 779-2029.

Somewhere between old photographs and forgotten paperwork sits an envelope someone handed you years ago. "Just in case,"...
04/23/2026

Somewhere between old photographs and forgotten paperwork sits an envelope someone handed you years ago. "Just in case," they said. You nodded, tucked it away, and life moved forward.

Until it didn't.

Failing to deposit a will can expose the custodian to liability. Under Florida Statute 732.901(2), a court may compel production of the will and assess costs, damages, and attorney's fees against custodians who delay without just cause.

Document when and how you learned of the testator's death, the source, method of contact, and exact date, to protect yourself if questions arise.

If you have an original will and need guidance on filing in Palm Beach County, Moran Law can help. Call (561) 779-2029 for assistance.

The 10‑Day Will‑Filing Rule in Palm Beach CountyFlorida Statute 732.901 requires anyone with custody of an original will...
04/21/2026

The 10‑Day Will‑Filing Rule in Palm Beach County

Florida Statute 732.901 requires anyone with custody of an original will to deposit it with the clerk of the circuit court within 10 days after learning the testator has died. The clock starts when you learn of the death, not from the date of death itself.

Who Must Comply

"Custodian" includes anyone holding the original will, family members, attorneys, banks, or safe‑deposit services. Anyone who knows where a will is located may petition the court to compel its production.

Need Help?

Moran Law assists Palm Beach County residents with probate deadlines. Call (561) 779-2029.

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