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Orlando, Florida Estate Planning by Location

Quick answer: Fighter Law handles estate planning, probate, and guardianship matters across Central Florida. Use the location closest to you to understand local court procedures and next steps.

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Estate planning documents are executed under Florida law regardless of where in the state you are located. Probate and guardianship cases, however, are filed in the circuit court for the county where the decedent resided at the time of death (for probate) or where the incapacitated person resides (for guardianship). Use the pages below to find an attorney and understand local court procedures for your area.

Estate Planning by Location

Orlando

Orange County. Probate cases filed at the Orange County Courthouse in downtown Orlando. Largest probate docket in Central Florida.

Orlando Estate Planning Lawyer
Orlando Probate Attorney

Kissimmee

Osceola County. Probate cases filed at the Osceola County Courthouse in Kissimmee.

Kissimmee Estate Planning Lawyer

Sanford

Seminole County. Probate cases filed at the Seminole County Courthouse in Sanford.

Sanford Estate Planning Attorney

How jurisdiction works in Florida probate

Probate is filed in the circuit court for the county where the decedent was domiciled (legally resided) at the time of death — not necessarily where they owned property or where family members live. If the decedent owned real property in Florida but was domiciled in another state, ancillary probate may be required in the Florida county where the property is located. See Fla. Stat. § 733.101.

For guardianships, the petition is filed in the county where the alleged incapacitated person resides. See Fla. Stat. § 744.106.

Estate planning documents — wills, trusts, powers of attorney — are not filed with any court during your lifetime. They are executed privately and stored until needed.

Frequently asked questions

Where is probate filed in Florida?

In the circuit court of the county where the decedent resided at the time of death. If the decedent owned property in multiple counties, the primary residence controls — other property may require separate ancillary proceedings.

My area is not listed — can Fighter Law still help?

Yes. Fighter Law serves clients throughout Central Florida. Contact us directly and we can advise on whether we handle matters in your county and what the process looks like locally.

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Florida Bar note: This page is for general information and does not create an attorney-client relationship. Every case is different, and the best next step depends on the specific facts of your situation.

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