Union County Probate Process for Residents & Non-Residents
Probate can feel overwhelming after the loss of a loved one—especially if you are unfamiliar with Florida’s legal requirements. Whether your loved one passed away with a valid will or without one, the Florida Probate Law Firm, PLLC is here to help families in Union County navigate the probate process with clarity, compassion, and efficiency.
Our firm focuses exclusively on probate and estate administration across Florida. We work with both local families and out-of-state heirs who need support handling a Florida estate.
Union County Clerk of Court
Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller
55 West Main Street
Lake Butler, FL 32054
Understanding the Probate Process in Union County
Probate is the legal process used to settle a deceased person’s estate, including identifying assets, paying outstanding debts, and distributing remaining property to beneficiaries or heirs.
In Union County, probate cases are handled by the Union County Circuit Court, located in Lake Butler, Florida.
The appropriate probate procedure depends on the estate’s size and the decedent’s circumstances:
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Formal Administration – Required for estates valued above $75,000 or when a personal representative must be appointed.
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Summary Administration – A simplified process available for smaller estates valued under $75,000 or when the decedent has been deceased for more than two years.
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Disposition Without Administration – Available in limited circumstances for very small estates, typically used to reimburse funeral or final medical expenses.
Our attorneys help families determine the correct probate process and handle all documentation and filings with the Union County Court.
What Assets Go Through Probate in Union County
Not all assets owned by a decedent must pass through probate. Understanding which assets are considered probate assets helps streamline administration and avoid delays.
Assets that usually require probate include:
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Real estate titled solely in the decedent’s name
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Bank accounts with no joint owner or payable-on-death (POD) beneficiary
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Vehicles titled exclusively to the deceased
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Brokerage and investment accounts without designated beneficiaries
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Personal property such as jewelry, collectibles, art, and household goods
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Ownership interests in a business or partnership
Assets that typically bypass probate include:
- Jointly owned property with rights of survivorship
- Life insurance policies with named beneficiaries
- Retirement accounts (IRA, 401(k)) with beneficiary designations
- Payable-on-death (POD) and transfer-on-death (TOD) accounts
- Assets held inside a properly funded trust
The Florida Probate Law Firm, PLLC assists families in identifying probate assets and ensuring they are handled in accordance with Florida law.
If you need assistance with probate in Union County, Florida, contact the Florida Probate Law Firm for help through every step of the process.
Serving All of Union County
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Lake Butler
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Raiford
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Worthington Springs
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Johnstown
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Dukes
If you need assistance with probate in Union County, Florida, contact the Florida Probate Law Firm for help through every step of the process.
