Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in Florida

My father recently passed away in Florida. When he went into Hospice care, as his Power of Attorney, I went ahead and started completing his last wishes. I signed over one vehicle to a family member. I sold the second vehicle and split the money with my brother. Lastly, I signed to cash out his IRA's. He had requested I do that to pay any final expenses and then split the remaining balance with my brother. I was already the joint owner of both his savings and checking accounts. He didn't own any property and most ot the furnishings went to a family member. He did have a Will. Is it necessary for me to file for probate if there's really no estate to speak of?

Asked on 3/19/13, 10:56 am

David Slater David P. Slater, Esq.

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Answered on 3/19/13, 11:14 am

Lucreita Becude Lucreita D. Becude, P.A.

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No - you did good!

Answered on 3/20/13, 8:21 am

Barry Stein De Cardenas, Freixas, Stein & Zachary

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No, as everyone else has said. If all assets are gone, then OK. Sorry for your loss. he would proud of you for accomplishing what he wanted.

Answered on 3/20/13, 1:15 pm

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