Asset Protection – Homestead Exemption / Statutory Exemptions / Home Title Theft / Special Entities / Fraudulent Transfer
After years of diligent work building your wealth…How do you hold on to it?
Asset protection is an important part of planning for the future. Any time you experience life changes, such as a family death, a pending marriage, or a divorce, is a good time to consider asset protection. Individuals with substantial assets or expected inheritances should seek legal advice to help secure their financial future. A comprehensive asset protection strategy can facilitate the transfer of wealth to future generations.
When should you consider Asset Protection?
The best time to take action to protect your assets is before a claim is made against you. Other transfers may be undone or may result in a loss of other statutory rights. We provide legal advice on fraudulent transfer and waiver of Florida exemptions from execution of judgments. A consultation may help you determine the best course of action.
If one or more of the following circumstances applies to you, asset protection may be recommended:
- Ownership of multiple or unsecured properties***
- Joint assets, accounts, or properties***
- Inheritance of retirement, disability or trust benefits***
Florida Exemptions - We compare your assets with the Florida statutory and constitutional exemptions, such as the Homestead exemption. We provide legal advice to help you maximize your use of the exemptions and the protection of your assets.
Home Title Theft - Sophisticated criminals can steal your home right out from under you. Known as home title theft, the scheme involves forging documents to transfer property. The property is then sold, mortgaged or rented. We can help prevent home title theft before it happens.
Irrevocable Trusts - Florida law provides that property held in an irrevocable trust is protected from the creditors of the trust beneficiaries under certain circumstances.
This website is designed for general information only. The information presented should not be construed to be formal legal advice. Please contact our office with questions about your legal issue providing as much information as possible regarding your inquiry. While this contact does not serve to establish an attorney/client relationship, it will allow us to begin to assess representation.
**The hiring of a lawyer is an important decision that should not be based solely on advertisements. Before you decide, ask the attorney to send you free written information about qualifications and experience.