Probate

Experienced advocacy and support for probate law proceedings.

We have been providing supportive, sensitive legal guidance through the probate process for more than three decades. Our attorneys are happy to assist you as much as you wish, whether you need fast legal advice, or long-term help managing all aspects of the decedent’s estate. We’re here to provide you with the right legal options for your life, and your peace of mind.

Probate law deals with issues of division of estate assets after death. If someone passes away without a will (dies “intestate”) the issue of division of the estate goes to probate court. If a will is contested (a probated will) the matter is ruled upon in probate court. Even if a will is not contested, it may go to probate court, where the court oversees such issues as title transfer of property, naming probate executors and beneficiaries, distribution of assets, etc.

Probate law matters may include:

Probated Wills

All aspects of estate asset distribution of a decedent’s estate, probated assets, probate court matters, debt payment, will contests, and intestate death probate proceedings.

Guardianships

A court-appointed guardian makes health care and life decisions for people who are incapacitated due to illness or incapacitation. Guardianship is created when there is no health care power of attorney.

Conservatorships

Similar to guardians, conservators act on behalf of people incapacitated by accident or illness when there is no financial power of attorney. Conservators handle financial matters such as debts, support of dependents, and payment for care.