Florida H0131 revises the requirements for appointing a curator of estates and outlines the curator's duties and responsibilities.

Florida H0131 amends the requirements for appointing a curator of estates, allowing courts to appoint curators without notice if necessary to protect the estate. The bill outlines the curator's authority and duties, including taking possession of the estate, posting a bond, and filing periodic reports. Curators are subject to removal and surcharge by the court. The bill also modifies the fiduciary lawyer-client privilege to include curators and sets an effective date of July 1, 2026.

Florida H0131 revises the requirements for appointing a curator of estates and outlines the curator's duties and responsibilities.

Florida H0131 amends the requirements for appointing a curator of estates, allowing courts to appoint curators without notice if necessary to protect the estate. The bill outlines the curator's authority and duties, including taking possession of the estate, posting a bond, and filing periodic reports. Curators are subject to removal and surcharge by the court. The bill also modifies the fiduciary lawyer-client privilege to include curators and sets an effective date of July 1, 2026.