Chapter II · Actions, Joinder of Actions and Parties

Rule 1.221. Substitution at death; limitation

Amended February 15, 2002 (current) Contains Deadlines

Any substitution of legal representatives or successors in interest of a deceased party, permitted by statute, must be ordered within two years after the death of the original party. If the decedent’s right survives entirely to those already parties, the action shall continue among the surviving parties without substitution.