Florida’s Legal Glow-Up

Ever Wonder How Dinosaurs Buried Their Dead?

Ever wonder how dinosaurs dealt with the death of a loved one? Me neither, but it’s interesting: They left the deceased where they fell and let a parade of scavengers, from massive meat-eating predators to tiny insects, gnaw on the carcasses.

Sounds a little like probate law. In probate administration, a family opens an estate, and suddenly everyone else gets paid first: court filing fees, funeral expenses, the IRS, attorney’s fees, and even the bank freezes the decedent’s account while the family waits for access.

Not anymore! Florida’s new probate laws have streamlined the process, reduced delays, and made life easier for families: Florida’s Legal Glow-Up: New Probate Laws That Actually Make Sense.

Fortunately, not every legacy is left to scavengers. Some leave behind fortunes worth protecting – just ask today’s richest soccer stars:  Ronaldo, Messi, and Mbappé.

Fernando Orrego & Natasha Chipiga

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Maribel Morell

Senior Paralegal

Maribel is our behind-the-scenes expert on probate and trust administration processes. She holds the distinction of being the very first team member in 2015.

Maribel ensures that assets are properly transferred from the deceased to their loved ones. Not as easy as it sounds – Maribel is a whiz in Florida probate law, real estate law, dealing with financial institutions around the world, and serving as a mediator between family members.

Her highly technical role requires meticulous attention to detail and empathy while assisting grieving families who just lost a loved one. It is obvious that Maribel loves her work. She also boasts impeccable fluency in Spanish.

Maribel cherishes time with her family, especially her beloved son. She also excels in the arts, having performed Flamenco and Comparsas dance in parades, winning awards at Miami Beach’s Festival of Arts, and honing her interior design and home renovation skills. Maribel’s secret strength lies in her nurturing character, which plays a pivotal role in shaping our law firm’s achievements.

Education and Training:

  • Associate in Arts Degree, (Miami, Florida)
  • Worked in the financial services industry
  • Florida Notary Public