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How do you obtain letters testamentary in Florida?

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I was assigned to be personal representative of my friend who six months ago passed away in Maryland where I was taking care of him. He is a legal resident of Florida and I filed his Will and Death certificate in Florida. I also distrubited gifts to his children. How do i obtain a letter so I can file taxes and close out the estate legally?

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