WHAT WE COVER

• Validation of Wills: Legal process to verify the authenticity of a deceased person’s will.

• Estate Administration: Managing and settling the deceased’s estate according to the will or state law.

• Appointment of Executors or Administrators: Assigning someone to manage the estate (executor if there's a will, administrator if not).

• Inventory of Assets: Identifying and valuing the deceased's property, accounts, and belongings.

• Payment of Debts and Taxes: Ensuring outstanding debts, taxes, and final expenses are paid before distributing assets.

• Distribution of Assets: Transferring property to heirs or beneficiaries as outlined in the will or by state law.

• Handling Intestacy: Managing estates where the deceased died without a valid will (intestate).

• Guardianship Matters: Appointing guardians for minor children or dependents if not specified in a will.

• Will Contests: Resolving disputes or challenges regarding the validity of a will.

• Trust Administration: Overseeing the distribution and management of assets held in trusts, if applicable.

• Court Supervision: Probate courts oversee the process to ensure legal compliance and fair distribution.

• Probate Avoidance Strategies: Includes planning tools like living trusts, joint ownership, and beneficiary designations to bypass probate.