Owning Florida property doesn't mean you have to live here — but it can mean your estate needs a Florida probate case too. The Elliot Legal Group handles ancillary probate so out-of-state families can transfer Florida assets without unnecessary delay.
If your matter is not listed here, ask — the boundaries are rarely as clean as a list suggests.
What working with the firm involves, and what you can expect from us.
Families and personal representatives handling an estate where the decedent lived out of state but owned property or other assets in Florida.
You will always know what stage your matter is at, and what happens next.
Consultations by phone or at our office.
The firm serves clients from offices in Fort Lauderdale, Boca Raton, and Miami. Consultations are available by phone, by video, or in person.
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It's a secondary probate proceeding in Florida for a nonresident decedent who owned property in the state.
Usually, yes — the primary estate is probated where the decedent lived, and Florida assets go through ancillary probate here.
Sometimes, through proper estate planning — but once someone has passed, it's usually required to transfer Florida property.
Each case is different. Some matters can be resolved quickly, while others may take months or longer. We’ll give you a realistic timeline based on your specific circumstances.
Yes, we offer in-person (with a fee) and virtual consultations through Zoom to make legal support as accessible and convenient as possible.
Whether you have a legal question, need to schedule a consultation, or want to learn more about how we can help, we respond quickly and clearly.
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