There are various reasons to hire a probate attorney given the confusion surrounding the probate process. A probate attorney can offer valuable advice and solutions from initiation through closing.
Probate is a court-supervised administration of an estate, typically done when someone passes away without a Trust and gross total assets valued over an amount certain. If the administration is not done correctly, the Executor or Administrator of the estate may be liable for a multitude of things. Without having extensive knowledge of the law, it can be extremely difficult for a person to understand the intricacies and duties involved.
The probate process becomes much easier to navigate with the assistance of a probate attorney. Having a probate attorney may also help mitigate or prevent family conflict. Further, the help of a probate attorney may reduce the likelihood of accusations that the Executor or Administrator is mishandling the administration.
Probate is a detail-oriented process, beginning with a multitude of forms that must be filed with the Probate Court. If the documents are completed incorrectly, you will experience a delay with the estate administration which may cause tension between family members, other heirs and/or beneficiaries. With each potential rejection by the Court due to incorrect, inaccurate, or incomplete forms comes more confusion and frustration for all parties involved. However, a probate lawyer will assist with drafting and filing these documents to ensure accuracy and streamline the process as much as possible.
Additionally, not only are distributions to be made to heirs or beneficiaries of the deceased, but all valid creditors who comply with the creditor claims process need to be assessed as well. With the complexity that may arise with financial situations, a probate attorney will ensure everything is handled correctly to eliminate the Executor’s or Administrator’s personal liability for the debts.
Having a probate lawyer will ensure everything is being handled correctly throughout the administration. Save yourself the worries about the unknown and allow our attorneys to assist you in administering the estate of your loved one. Call Tresp Law, APC today at (858) 248-2779 to schedule your consultation or email us here.
