
012: Estate Planning and Testamentary Capacity: What Families Need to Know Before It’s Too Late
Estate planning isn’t just about paperwork. It hinges on whether a person has the mental clarity to make legally valid decisions in the first place. In this episode of Trust Me, It’s Complicated, atto...
2 Mars 14min

011: Trust Funding: How to Properly Fund a Trust to Avoid Probate
Episode Summary: Attorney John Marshall dives into the often-misunderstood topic of trust funding, explaining why a trust only works if assets are properly owned by or payable to it. He covers the dif...
26 Jan 20min

010: Trust Administration: Duties, Responsibilities, And Beneficiary Rights
Episode Summary: Attorney John Marshall breaks down the complex topic of trust administration, explaining what trustees are responsible for while you’re alive and after you pass away. He covers the ro...
29 Dec 202519min

009: Understanding the Durable Power of Attorney
Episode Summary Attorney John Marshall examines the essential role of powers of attorney in Florida estate planning, highlighting their importance for individuals aged 18 and older. John explains how ...
1 Dec 202519min

008: Pet Trusts in Florida: Protecting Your Pets After You’re Gone
Episode Summary: Attorney John Marshall dives into the world of pet trusts—a legal tool that ensures your pets are cared for even after your death. He explains how pet trusts work, why they’re importa...
3 Nov 202515min

007: Guardianships – What Are They And Why do We Avoid Them?
Episode Summary Attorney John Marshall examines guardianships in Florida estate planning, explaining their purpose, legal process, and significant drawbacks. John details the mental health and guardia...
6 Okt 202515min

006: What You Need to Know When you First Become a Florida Resident
Episode Summary: In this episode of Trust Me, It’s Complicated, estate planning attorney John Marshall provides a deep dive into the unique legal aspects of estate planning in Florida—especially for n...
8 Sep 202518min

005: Common Florida Estate Planning Myths debunked
Episode Summary: In this episode of Trust Me, It’s Complicated, attorney John Marshall, founder of Marshall Law in Wildwood, Florida, addresses the most common myths about probate and estate planning....
11 Aug 202519min



















