Articles from Yergey & Yergey, P.A.
Practical guidance on Florida probate, estate planning, guardianship, and trust law — written by attorneys who practice it every day in Orange County and the surrounding circuits.
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Trust Administration
Surprising Facts About Trust Administration in Florida Most People Never Learn
Most Floridians who set up a living trust assume the hard work is done once they sign the documents — but trust administration is where the real complexity begins. Florida's Trust Code, found in Chapter 736 of the Florida Statutes, contains rules and requirements that routinely catch even…
Estate Planning
Florida Estate Planning Myths Debunked: What Orlando Residents Really Need to Know
Estate planning has a reputation for being complicated, expensive, and — let's be honest — something people put off for years. A lot of that hesitation comes from misconceptions that simply aren't true, especially under Florida law. Let's clear the air on some of the most common myths so you can…
Probate
How Much Does Probate Cost in Orange County, Florida? A Plain-English Breakdown
Probate cost in Orange County is more than a single filing fee. Here is what drives the total — court costs, statutory attorney-fee guidance, personal representative compensation, and the rest.
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Mediation
A Family's Guide to Mediation in Florida Probate and Trust Disputes
When a loved one passes away or a family disagreement over a trust erupts into open conflict, the thought of going to court can feel overwhelming — emotionally and financially. Many Central Florida families are surprised to learn there is a less adversarial path available to them: mediation…
Estate Planning
Winter Park Estate Planning: Protecting a Lakefront Home for the Next Generation
Winter Park's lakefront homes carry generations of family history and serious value. Here is how Florida homestead law and a revocable trust can keep that home out of probate.
Estate Planning
What Is a Revocable Living Trust — and Is One Right for You in Florida?
You have probably heard that a trust can help your family avoid probate. But what is a trust, exactly — and how does creating one actually work? Here is a plain-English explanation.
Estate Planning
Estate Planning Mistakes That Can Hurt Florida Families — And How to Avoid Them
Most people who skip or delay estate planning do not do it out of carelessness — they do it because life is busy, the topic feels uncomfortable, or they assume their affairs are simple enough to sort out later. Unfortunately, "later" sometimes arrives in the form of a hospital room or a probate…
Trust Administration
Florida Trust Administration Explained: What Trustees and Beneficiaries Need to Know Under Chapter 736
If you've recently been named a trustee — or if you're a beneficiary of a trust here in Florida — you may be wondering exactly what the law requires and what your rights actually are. Florida's Trust Code, found in Chapter 736 of the Florida Statutes, lays out a detailed roadmap for how trusts…
Estate Planning
Power of Attorney 101: The Simple Document That Saves Your Family Headaches
A power of attorney is, in essence, permission for someone you trust to step into your shoes and handle your affairs when you cannot—or prefer not to—do it yourself. In Florida, it is also one of the few documents that will either quietly save your family or spectacularly fail them if it is done…
Estate Planning
Business Succession Estate Planning for Central Florida Owners
If you own a business in Central Florida, your estate plan and your business plan need to talk to each other. Here is how owners coordinate succession to avoid a forced sale.