Category: General Law

Effective July 1, 2025, a significant change to Florida’s landlord-tenant law takes effect with the enactment of Florida Statute § 83.505. For the first time, landlords and tenants may legally communicate and deliver required statutory notices by email, provided certain conditions are met. This marks a departure from the prior legal framework, which recognized only […]

When most people think about estate planning, they imagine wills, trusts, and maybe a power of attorney. But there’s a lesser-known tool in Florida that can save time, money, and hassle for families — the Lady Bird Deed. A Lady Bird Deed — also called an Enhanced Life Estate Deed — lets you keep full […]

In Florida, when an individual occupies or otherwise possesses real property and refuses to vacate, the typical remedy is to file an eviction or unlawful detainer action to recover possession. However, when that person claims some legal or equitable right to the property, the appropriate legal remedy is an action for ejectment. Ejectment is distinct […]

A deed is a crucial legal document in real estate transactions, serving as the instrument which transfers property ownership from one party to another. Deeds are also used to provide a clear record of the transfer of ownership interest. It is important to ensure that a deed is properly drafted, executed, and recorded to avoid […]

At some point in many Family Law cases, the judge will order the parties to mediate before the case can be set for trial.

Contracts are a vital legal tool, serving as a foundation which governs agreements made across a wide range of situations. Individuals, businesses, and other entities rely on contracts to define their rights and obligations. A breach of contract occurs when one party fails to meet their obligations, often causing harm and damages to the other […]

In an era where our personal and professional lives are increasingly conducted online, the significance of digital assets cannot be overstated. From cherished memories stored on social media platforms to cryptocurrencies representing significant financial holdings, our digital footprint is substantial. Yet, amidst the intricacies of estate planning and probate administration, the treatment of these digital assets often remains a neglected aspect. In Florida, a state renowned for its proactive approach to legal matters, the disposition of digital assets is governed by a framework that seeks to reconcile traditional probate principles with the complexities of the digital age.

Often attorneys are asked, “Is the Court able to make them pay my attorney’s fees?” Clients are often concerned whether or not the opposing side will be made to pay attorney’s fees or whether they will be made to do so for the other side.