About Our Probate Services

Our probate practice is dedicated to guiding clients through the complex process of estate administration with compassion and expertise. We assist executors and beneficiaries in collecting and managing the deceased’s assets, paying debts and taxes, and distributing the remaining property according to the will or state law.

Our experienced attorneys handle all aspects of probate, including court filings, creditor claims, and disputes among heirs. We strive to make the probate process as smooth and efficient as possible, minimizing delays and legal complications. Whether you are dealing with a simple estate or a complex one, we provide personalized support tailored to your unique situation. Trust us to navigate the legal intricacies of probate and ensure your loved one’s wishes are honored.

Types of Probate Services

  • Formal Probate
  • Informal Probate
  • Supervised Probate
  • Unsupervised Probate
  • Summary Probate
  • Ancillary Probate
  • Small Estate Probate
  • Estate Administration
  • Trust Administration
  • Creditor Claims Resolution

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Questions About Probate

Probate is the legal process of administering a deceased person’s estate, including validating the will, paying debts and taxes, and distributing the remaining assets to beneficiaries.

Not all estates require probate. Small estates or those with assets held in joint tenancy, trusts, or with designated beneficiaries may avoid probate.

The duration of probate varies, but it typically takes several months to over a year, depending on the complexity of the estate and any disputes that arise.

The executor named in the will or an administrator appointed by the court is responsible for managing the probate process, including gathering assets, paying debts, and distributing property.

Probate costs can include court fees, attorney fees, executor fees, and other administrative expenses. These costs are typically paid from the estate’s assets.

Yes, probate can be contested if there are disputes over the validity of the will, the executor’s actions, or the distribution of assets. Such disputes are resolved through probate litigation.

The executor is responsible for managing the estate, including collecting assets, paying debts and taxes, and distributing the remaining assets to beneficiaries according to the will.

Probate can be avoided through estate planning tools such as living trusts, joint ownership, payable-on-death accounts, and beneficiary designations.

During probate, the executor is responsible for paying the deceased’s debts and taxes from the estate’s assets before distributing the remaining property to beneficiaries.