When someone dies with a will, the assets of the estate are distributed via a legal process called probate. This process also includes the payment of any debts of the estate and other claims. The probate process is largely administrative and typically proceeds with only supervision by the probate court. […]

When a loved one dies and leaves a will, one of the first steps in proceeding to probate is to hire a lawyer. While hiring a lawyer isn’t necessary, it is often recommended – an experienced probate attorney can help you navigate the probate process as quickly and efficiently as […]

If you are a personal representative or beneficiary of an estate with significant debt, you need to be mindful of the fact that creditors’ claims will need to be paid from the assets of the estates. This often comes as a surprise, as many people assume that the debts of […]

The days and weeks following the loss of a loved one can be overwhelming. Whether you are the personal representative or a member of the family, the first step is determining how to proceed with probate – the legal process by which the deceased’s estate will be distributed to their […]