01 Mar How Long Does Florida Probate Take?

Summary estate administration generally takes around 8 weeks to complete in an uncontested case. This can vary depending on the law firm handling the case, the parties involved, and the court the case is filed in.

In a formal estate administration, it typically takes around 4-6 weeks to have the personal representative appointed. The estate generally remains open for around 1 year, however this will vary depending on what the personal representative needs to accomplish during the estate administration. For instance, if there is a wrongful death lawsuit arising from the decedent’s passing, the estate may need to remain open for multiple years before that lawsuit is resolved.

When beneficiaries argue about how an estate should be administered, these timelines are extended.

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