Morristown, TN asked in Probate for Florida

Q: My probate attorney has filed a motion to withdrawal. What happens to the estate in probate if the attorney withdraws?

I’m the PR of my father’s estate. His estate is in probate now but my attorney is filing for a motion to withdrawal.

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3 Lawyer Answers
Evelyn Suero
Evelyn Suero
Answered
  • Probate Lawyer
  • Miami, FL
  • Licensed in Florida

A: The probate judge will likely require you to find a substitute Florida probate attorney to represent you within approximately 20 days.

Barry W. Kaufman and Nina Whitehurst agree with this answer

Barry W. Kaufman
Barry W. Kaufman
Answered
  • Jacksonville, FL
  • Licensed in Florida

A: Nothing. Just retain a new attorney.

Rina Feld
Rina Feld
Answered
  • Probate Lawyer
  • Boca Raton, FL
  • Licensed in Florida

A: Likely the Judge will give the estate some time to find a new attorney.

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