Probate/Estate Administration

Estate administration is the process of maintaining and distributing assets after someone dies. This process is executed in accordance with either the deceased’s will or intestate succession when a person dies without a will.

How an estate attorney can help
An estate attorney provides expertise in this often delicate situation, filing papers, following procedures and expediting the distribution process. The attorney knows the legal ramifications of the estate and can recommend other professional resources, such as CPAs and investment advisors, if necessary.