After a divorce becomes final, under Florida Statute 732.507, the provisions of a Will which affect the former spouse are void. Re-evaluate the entire estate for possible changes in beneficiaries, tax consequences or federal marital deductions. Many estate plans take into account the federal marital deduction which allows couples to make gifts either during life or at death between married individuals. This changes after a divorce. Change the personal representative of the Will.
Many couples use a relative of the husband or wife as the personal representative of their Wills.
Change the successor guardian for your minor children. Check into a revocable living trust. A revocable living trust can plan for any disability you may incur without the need to go to court for a guardianship. Make sure a new Will is written after the divorce is final to reflect your new estate planning objectives.