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Boynton Beach Probate Lawyer: Expert Flat-Fee Estate Administration in Palm Beach Count
Boynton Beach is one of the fastest-aging cities in Palm Beach County, with thousands of residents living in 55+ communities like Valencia Reserve, Hunters Run, and Sun Valley East. When a loved one passes here, the family is often spread across multiple states, and the estate usually includes a Florida homestead, a condo or villa, and a handful of bank and brokerage accounts. That mix is exactly the kind of estate our firm settles every week on a flat fee.
Florida Probate Law Group handles probate and estate administration for Boynton Beach families through the 15th Judicial Circuit Court, the court that oversees every Palm Beach County estate. We work 100% remotely, so you never have to drive to West Palm Beach or take time off to appear in person. Below we walk through why local families hire us, how the Palm Beach County process actually works, and what our flat fee covers.
Why Choose FPLG for Boynton Beach Probate
A lot of Boynton Beach estates look simple on paper and turn complicated in practice. A surviving spouse may have already passed, the named personal representative might live out of state, and a 55+ community villa often carries an HOA estoppel and transfer requirements that have to be cleared before the property can sell. We deal with these details constantly.
Our team includes former probate court staff, so we know how the 15th Circuit clerk reviews filings and what gets a case bounced back for correction. That matters most when an heir lives in New York or New Jersey, the original will sits in a safe deposit box, and the family just wants the estate closed without surprise bills. You get one attorney contact, one flat fee, and one timeline instead of an hourly invoice that grows every month.
The Probate Process in Palm Beach County
Probate in Boynton Beach runs through the 15th Judicial Circuit Court and follows the same Florida Probate Code used statewide. It starts by filing a petition for administration with the Palm Beach County Clerk of the Circuit Court, which appoints a personal representative and issues Letters of Administration granting authority to act for the estate.
From there, the personal representative notifies creditors and beneficiaries, inventories the assets, pays valid debts and final expenses, and resolves any creditor claims during the statutory notice period. Once that is done, the remaining assets are distributed and the estate is closed.
For a typical uncontested Boynton Beach estate, this runs several months from start to finish. Our complete guide to Florida probate walks through every stage in detail.
Our Flat-Fee Advantage
Most Florida probate attorneys are allowed to bill a percentage of the estate’s value under Florida Statute 733.6171. On a Boynton Beach estate with a paid-off home and retirement accounts, a 3% statutory fee can run into the tens of thousands of dollars, even when the work is routine.
We charge a flat fee instead. Summary Administration is offered for a flat fee of $3,500, and Formal Administration is offered for a flat fee of $6,655, with pricing disclosed up front before you commit. You know the cost on day one, and it does not climb because your parents owned their villa free and clear or kept a healthy brokerage account.
That flat fee covers the legal work of administering the estate: preparing and filing the petition, handling court correspondence, managing creditor notices, and guiding the personal representative through distribution. See our flat-fee probate page for a full breakdown of what is and is not included.
Types of Probate We Handle
Not every Boynton Beach estate needs the same procedure. Florida offers a few paths, and the right one depends on the size and timing of the estate.
Summary Administration is a streamlined process available when the non-exempt estate is valued at $75,000 or less, or when the person has been deceased for more than two years. Many smaller estates in Boynton Beach 55+ communities qualify, especially where the homestead is exempt and the remaining assets are modest. It is faster and less costly than the full process.
Formal Administration is the standard full probate, used for larger estates or when a personal representative needs ongoing authority to manage assets, sell real estate, or handle creditor claims. Most Boynton Beach estates with a home and several accounts fall here.
Ancillary Administration applies when an out-of-state resident owned property in Florida. If a snowbird who lived elsewhere kept a Boynton Beach condo, the Florida real estate is administered through the 15th Circuit while the main estate is handled in the home state.
If you are unsure which applies, we sort that out during your free consultation. We also handle estates for nearby families, including Delray Beach probate just to the south and Boca Raton probate further down the coast, all through the same 15th Judicial Circuit.
Palm Beach County Probate Court Information
Estates for Boynton Beach residents are filed with the 15th Judicial Circuit Court and the Palm Beach County Clerk of the Circuit Court and Comptroller. Boynton Beach sits in the southern part of the county between Delray Beach and Lake Worth Beach, near landmarks like Oceanfront Park and the Boynton Beach Inlet.
You do not need to set foot in any courthouse to settle an estate with us. We file electronically, communicate with the clerk on your behalf, and handle the entire administration by phone, email, and e-signature. That remote model is a relief for the many local estates where the heirs live up north or out of state. Review the broader Palm Beach County probate court guide for circuit-wide filing locations and timelines.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to be in Boynton Beach to probate an estate here?
No. We handle Boynton Beach probate 100% remotely. You can serve as personal representative and complete the entire case from anywhere in the country by phone, email, and electronic signature, even if the rest of your family is local and you are not.
How much does a Boynton Beach probate lawyer cost?
Summary Administration is offered for a flat fee of $3,500, while Formal Administration is offered for a flat fee of $6,655. Both fees are disclosed before you hire us. Unlike attorneys who bill a percentage of the estate under Florida Statute 733.6171, our fee does not increase because the estate includes a paid-off home or larger accounts.
Which court handles probate for Boynton Beach residents?
The 15th Judicial Circuit Court, through the Palm Beach County Clerk of the Circuit Court and Comptroller. Boynton Beach falls within the southern part of the county, near Delray Beach and Lake Worth Beach.
My parent lived in a 55+ community. Does that change anything?
The probate steps are the same, but a villa or condo in a community like Valencia Reserve or Hunters Run usually involves an HOA estoppel and transfer or approval requirements before it can be sold. We coordinate those details as part of the administration.
How long does probate take in Palm Beach County?
A typical uncontested Boynton Beach estate takes several months from opening to closing. Summary Administration is faster, while Formal Administration depends on the creditor notice period and how quickly assets and accounts are gathered.
What is the difference between Summary and Formal Administration?
Summary Administration is a shorter process for estates of $75,000 or less in non-exempt assets, or when the person died more than two years ago. Formal Administration is the full process used for larger estates or when the personal representative needs ongoing authority.
My family member lived out of state but owned a Boynton Beach condo. What do we do?
That calls for Ancillary Administration. The Florida property is handled through the 15th Circuit in Palm Beach County while the primary estate is administered in the home state. We routinely manage the Florida side for out-of-state families.
Is the original will required to start probate?
Yes. Florida courts generally require the original signed will to be deposited with the clerk. If the original is in a safe deposit box or held by another party, we help you locate it and take the proper steps to get it filed.
What if there is no will?
The estate still goes through probate, and assets pass under Florida’s intestate succession rules to the closest surviving relatives. We identify the legal heirs and guide the process the same way we would with a will.
Ready to Settle a Boynton Beach Estate?
Speak with a Palm Beach County probate attorney today. Flat-fee pricing, free consultation, and 100% remote service. Call (352) 354-2654.