Q: I need a property attorney to help me take ownership of my dads land and stop the violations?
My father passed away this year. He owns a home. My name is not on the deed and I still live there. Recently I received many violations by the state of Jacksonville Florida. I feel harassed.
A: I am sorry for your loss and the passing of your father, please accept my condolences and sympathy for your loss and this difficult time, You will need to speak with a Florida Probate Attorney, you will also want to get a copy of the deed to have it reviewed. It is likely that some version of probate will be required and needed in order to transfer the property into your name and or other beneficiaries. Is there a Will, is there a surviving spouse, who is on the deed, do you have any siblings, was this your dad's homestead property, all of these issues will matter. If there is no Will and the deed is not clear on ownership and survivorship rights, then the Florida Intestate Statutes (without a Will) are going to apply. As far as violations, you should make sure that the mortgage, hoa fees, taxes and any violations are paid and or addressed, at minimal contact all these offices and let them know a probate is pending or will be necessary to address and resolve all these issues.
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