At Johnson Duffie, we provide comprehensive counsel and services in all areas of estate planning. Our estate administration law firm can step in and ensure a deceased individual’s plans are followed and beneficiaries’ best interests are looked after. Experience peace of mind knowing that experienced attorneys will be here for you throughout the process.
When an individual passes away, their estate needs to be properly cataloged and distributed. An estate includes possessions like the deceased person’s property, money and belongings. To ensure everything is handled appropriately, there is an estate administration process.
If an individual dies and has a will, they die “testate.” An executor, who has been appointed in the will, will then be in charge of making sure everything in it is followed. There are several steps they may need to oversee before the estate can be distributed, ranging from making sure debts get paid off to filing tax returns.
While the decedent may have appointed a specific estate administrator, there are several cases where one may be appointed by the Probate Court. This situation occurs if family members can’t find a will, or the executor can’t — or even refuses — to carry out their responsibilities. During this time, the estate administrator will step in and ensure the decedent’s affairs are in order.
The entire estate administration process is crucial to ensuring the decedent’s wishes are followed and the beneficiaries’ best interests are looked after. The process can vary by state, which is why it’s important to work with a law firm that understands everything that goes into the administration of estates.
An estate administration attorney can walk you through all of the rules and regulations regarding the administration of the estate and ensure your best interests are looked out for. At Johnson Duffie, we provide comprehensive estate administration services needed to move clients through the process and ensure there aren’t any conflicts while the estate gets distributed.
When you choose Johnson Duffie, you’ll work one-on-one with an estate administration lawyer who will help you overcome the challenges you’re facing regarding the estate or will. Since we were founded, we’ve had the opportunity to represent some of the largest public and private clients throughout the area.
As a full-service law firm, we are prepared to handle an array of complex legal challenges while still providing a customer-focused approach. Reach out online today to learn more about our comprehensive legal services.
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