Welcome to the Law Office of Brantley Oakey. Mr. Oakey is a Naples probate attorney who handles probate administration, will contests and disputes with personal representatives. If you are in need of a Naples Probate Attorney, give us a call at 239-963-2897 for a free consultation. Below, you will find a list of services and frequently asked questions.
List of Services
- Formal Probate Administration
- Summary Probate Administration
- Will Contest
- Personal Representative Surcharge or Removal
- Ancillary Probate Administration
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Probate?
Probate is the process of transferring the assets of a person who has passed to their heirs. It’s required where a decedent left assets titled in his or her name. An attorney is required for all probate administration except where only personal property of nominal value is being transferred.
What type of probate administration do I need?
Summary administration is a shorter procedure for estates worth $150,000 or less (not counting exempt property), or where the person passed away more than two years ago. Debts still have to be paid or provided for. Formal administration is used for larger estates and for estates that need a personal representative appointed to manage creditor claims or other issues.
Ancillary Administration is administration for decedents who were citizens of other states, but also own property in Florida.
I’m an heir in a probate case, should I get an attorney?
That’s up to you. It’s not required. However, many heirs choose to be represented to ensure the estate is administered properly and that they are being treated fairly.