Learn the difference between summary and formal probate administration in Florida. Find out which process fits your situation and why a Florida probate attorney can make it easier for families in St. Petersburg, Tampa, and beyond.

Choosing between a will and a trust is one of the biggest decisions you'll make when planning for your family's future, and the two work very differently. A will has to pass through probate court before your loved ones receive anything, while a properly funded trust can skip that process entirely, saving your family time, money, and privacy. This guide breaks down exactly how a will-based estate plan compares to a trust-based one, explains what a pour-over will is and how it differs from a traditional last will and testament, and looks at why more families across St. Petersburg and Tampa are leaning toward trusts in 2026.

Will ownership dropped to 26% this year. This Make-A-Will Month, here's the difference between a Last Will, a Living Will, and a Pour-Over Will, and what it takes to make one valid in Florida.