Probate and Estate Settlement

When you need to consult with a probate attorney, it’s probably because an immediate family member, relative, or someone who was close to you has died. It is not easy to find an attorney during a time of sadness, but it still has to be done.

Generally speaking, there are two classifications of probate matters:

Uncontested Probate: Probate cases where the interested parties are in agreement with the distribution of the deceased person’s assets.
Contested Probate: Probate cases where the interested parties are not in agreement, which leads to litigation over the estate.

I handle uncontested probate cases. I can review your case and if you are involved in a contested probate matter, I can refer you to reputable litigation attorneys to handle your contested case.

It is to your benefit to retain an attorney who has experience because probate cases can be a lengthy process before all the property is distributed. If you retain an inexperienced attorney for your probate matter, it can become very costly and time consuming. One of the many ways to avoid probate is to execute a living trust.