How Much Does Probate Cost in Florida?
Compare filing fees, attorney costs, and timelines across the most common probate options in Florida.
Quick Summary
- Disposition
- $232Narrow small-estate cases
- Summary (Under $75K)
- $236-$346
- Formal (Over $75K)
- $401+
Typical Total Cost Ranges
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| Procedure | Estate Size | Court Fee | Timeline | Attorney? | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Disposition Without Administration | Narrow personal-property cases only | $232 | A few weeks to 2 months | No | Exempt-property/final-expense cases or certain intestate estates up to $10,000 after 1 year |
| Summary Administration | Under $75,000, or more than 2 years after death | $236 - $346 | 3-6 months | No (but recommended) | Small to medium estates and older estates |
| Formal Administration | Over $75,000 or complex | $401 | 6-12+ months | Yes | Large estates, disputes, or no will |
Additional Costs to Expect
Attorney Fees
Florida attorney fees are typically based on estate value. Florida Statutes Section 733.6171 says attorney fees must be "reasonable" rather than setting statutory percentages. Required for formal administration.
Personal Representative Compensation (Statutory)
Florida Statutes Section 733.617 gives personal representatives the right to reasonable compensation for their services: 3% of estate assets for ordinary services, with additional compensation available for extraordinary services.
Publication of Notice to Creditors
The notice must run once a week for two consecutive weeks in a newspaper of general circulation; the cost depends on the newspaper and county. Publication starts the 3-month creditor claims period.
Court Costs
Certified copies of Letters and orders ($2-5 each), recording fees for real estate transfers (typically $10 to $35 per document), and certified death certificates ($9 to $20 each).
Bond Premium
If the will requires bond or beneficiaries request it. Depends on estate value.
Appraisal Fees
Real estate, personal property, and business valuations required for larger estates.
Accountant/CPA
Final tax returns (federal and Florida has no estate tax), estate accounting.
One more cost source to check: if the person who died received Medicaid long-term care benefits, the state may file a recovery claim against the estate. The Florida Medicaid estate recovery guide explains when that applies.