Wills, Probate

Trusts, Estate Planning

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Daytona Beach, FL 32114
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Heidi Webb did an amazing job with our estate planning. She is extremely knowledgeable and explains things so that you can really understand how things will work. Quick turn around time and very reasonable fee. I highly recommend her for any and all of your estate planning needs.

~ Tami G

Estate planning & Wills
Attorney Webb is thorough, efficient, and organized.
She made everything easy to understand and answered all my questions. She was also readily available for additional questions.
I would highly recommend her to family and friends.

~ Monica P

penalty clause

Can I have a Penalty Clause for Contest in my Will?

Just because a clause is in your will does not mean the court will enforce it.

The purpose of a penalty clause is to discourage disgruntled relatives from contesting your will.

This concept purports to prevent anyone who mounts a legal challenge—and loses—from inheriting a penny from you.

Putting a penalty clause in your will may give you a false sense of security because the clause might not be enforced. Your state’s law will affect how effective a no-contest clause will be or if it will be effective at all.

In the State of Florida, the courts will not enforce this clause.

I advise you to discuss with your heirs your wishes in your estate plan in the hopes that this discussion will result in the heirs not squabbling over your estate once you pass.

Heidi S. Webb, Attorney at Law serves clients in Daytona Beach, Ormond Beach, Port Orange, and beyond with matters of Elder Law, Estate Planning, and Small Business Law. Contact her today to schedule a free consultation. Visit her page on Facebook, or see what her clients are saying to learn more about Heidi. 

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