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Summary administration is a simplified form of probate available in Florida when the total value of an estate is below a certain amount (currently $75,000, excluding exempt property) or when the person has been deceased for more than two years. It’s intended for smaller, straightforward estates that do not require a full, formal probate proceeding. This process allows beneficiaries to receive assets faster and with less expense than full administration.
To begin, a petition for summary administration is filed with the probate court, typically by a surviving spouse, heir, or beneficiary. The petition must include details about the deceased person’s assets, debts, and rightful heirs. The court then reviews the petition and, if everything is in order, issues an order directing the transfer of assets directly to the beneficiaries — often within a few weeks. No personal representative (executor) is formally appointed in this process, which helps streamline the procedure.
Attorney Lisa Crawford assists families in determining whether summary administration is an option and prepares all required filings with the court. She ensures that creditor notices, asset lists, and death certificates are properly submitted and that the estate qualifies for this fast-tracked procedure. Clients can expect clear explanations, quick turnaround, and a focus on minimizing court involvement while protecting the rights of every beneficiary.
