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Frequently Asked Questions

• How can a Probate Attorney Help Me?
  Whether or not the estate needs to be administed in a probate proceeding, a probate attorney can help in many ways. For one thing, the probate attorney can help you file the decedent's will. Most … more
• What is a Probate Court?
  In many states, the probate court serves several functions. The most common is administration of the estates of persons who die, called a probate proceeding. However, the probate court also … more
• What is a Probate Proceeding?
  In a probate proceeding, the court oversees the process of identifying the deceased person's property, paying any debts, identifying the proper heirs, and distributing the property to them. Most … more
• When is Probate Necessary?
  When a person dies, their "non-probate" assets will automatically pass by law to designated beneficiaries without court supervision or intervention. Non-probate assets include life … more
• How are Probate Assets Distributed in a Probate Proceeding?
  After the court determines which assets are non-probate assets, (depending on state laws) the estate is typically administered in one of three ways: •By Affidavit (Summary Administration): If … more

Top Related Probate Topics

• Asset Protection & Preservation
• Guardianship & Conservatorship
• Probate
• Probate Law
• Probate Litigation
• Wills

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