Frequently Asked Questions About Estate Planning in Florida

Planning for the future can raise many questions. At Lamas Law PA, we help individuals, couples, parents, and business owners throughout Miami-Dade, Broward County, and across Florida understand their options when creating wills, trusts, powers of attorney, healthcare directives, and other estate planning documents.

Below are answers to some of the questions we hear most often.

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Pricing depends on your estate plan, but typically an estate plan can range between $450 – $6,000 depending on the complexity of assets and protection sough. We do offer a free 30 minute consultation in order to determine your customized fee based on your needs.

You can contact our office via phone or email to schedule a consultation. We offer personalized guidance tailored to your family, business, and legal needs

We accept payment via Zelle, Check, and Credit Card (an extra 3% fee may apply for credit card payments). We cannot accept cash payments.

No. Our firm focuses on estate planning, trusts, business formation, and family legal matters, but we do not handle probate cases.

A will outlines how your assets are distributed after death and must go through probate. A trust can manage and distribute your assets during your lifetime and after death, often avoiding probate, maintaining privacy, and allowing for more control over distribution.

Yes. Trusts are not only for the wealthy or elderly. They help protect assets, plan for unexpected events, and secure your family’s future—no matter your age.

While it’s possible to create some estate planning documents on your own, an estate planning attorney helps ensure everything is legally sound, tailored to your unique situation, and aligned with your long-term goals. Laws vary by state, and even small mistakes in DIY documents can create costly issues for your loved ones later. An attorney provides clarity, avoids unintended consequences, and helps you protect your assets and family with confidence.

You can create trusts, name guardians, and include specific instructions in your estate plan to protect your children and provide for their future.

Naming a guardian ensures that a trusted person cares for your children if something happens to you. Without a guardian designation, a court may make this decision for you.

A DPOA lets you authorize a trusted person to handle your financial or legal matters if you are unable to do so. It is essential for adults of any age to ensure their affairs are managed properly during unexpected events.

Healthcare directives, including a living will and HIPAA release, allow someone to make medical decisions on your behalf if you cannot communicate. These documents ensure your healthcare wishes are honored.

Yes. Creating a business entity, such as an LLC or corporation, helps protect your personal assets, ensures legal compliance, and establishes a professional structure for your business.

Prenups can protect your assets, clarify financial responsibilities, and provide peace of mind before marriage. They are useful regardless of your wealth level.