Probate

Probate lawyers work with the executors and beneficiaries of the estate of the deceased to help provide a smooth transfer of property. Probate attorneys generally become involved when assets are not being transferred by either beneficiary designation or under the terms of a trust.

Benefits of a Probate Attorney

By hiring a probate attorney, you will receive assistance in the following areas:

Collecting proceeds from life insurance policies
Identifying and securing estate assets
Obtaining appraisals for the decedent’s real property
Assisting in the payment of bills and debts
Preparing and filing all documents required by a probate court
Working with tax professionals to determine if any estate or inheritance taxes are due
Managing the estate checking account
Transferring assets in the decedent’s name to the appropriate beneficiaries
Making a final disbursement of assets to beneficiaries after all bills and taxes have been paid

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