Formal administration is required for any estate with non-exempt assets valued at over $75,000 when a decedent died less than two years ago. Formal administration is also required any time that a personal representative is needed to settle the affairs of the decedent.
Formal Administration: This main probate process will definitely need an attorney. The process is described in greater detail below. Summary Administration: The family will likely need an attorney due to the complexity. Disposition without Administration: This process is designed to operate without probate.
To make a request contact the Clerk's office by mail or in person at Miami-Dade County Courthouse or by email at cocoffrec@miamidade.
The claim can be filled and submitted online at the Miami-Dade County Clerk's Office. You may print out the application and file the claim in person at a local courthouse if you choose.
You will either need to send your lien to Miami-Dade County for filing by mail, or deliver it in person. Because of Miami-Dade County's backlog, it's highly recommended to deliver the lien in person for filing.
Probate in Miami-Dade County usually takes about 9 to 12 months. If things are simple, it might only take 6 months, but complicated cases can last up to 18 months.
As a result, you will begin to see the case status Post-Judgement Inactive (PJREPINACT) or Post-Judgement Active (PJREPACT) appear when viewing cases through the Clerk of Court Online Docket or the Florida Courts E-filing Portal.