Probate

Probate is the legal process of transferring property to beneficiaries (heirs) after someone dies. There are different procedures to transfer property depending on what is in the estate and the value of the estate. From simple naturalized affidavits to complete formal court probate, we can help.

Our expertise in preparing probate documents ensures that your case will move through the legal process quickly and easily. We prepare all your documents, file them with the court, notify all parties involved, facilitate newspaper publication (if required) have the appropriate appraisals done and make sure everything is satisfactory for the court prior to any hearing.

Trusts

Trusts allow for the passing of a decedent’s assets without the need for a formal court probate proceeding. This saves both time and expenses for the heirs of the estate. Trusts are basically a fiduciary arrangement that allows a trustee to hold assets on behalf of beneficiaries. Trusts can be arranged in many ways and can specify exactly how and when the assets are passed to the beneficiaries.

Services We charge a flat rate for probate documents. Please contact us for information on costs.
Probate without court accounting
Probate with court account
Miscellaneous Probate Petitions (Spousal Property Petition, Petition to Determine Succession to Real Property, Heggstead Petition, etc.)
Simple Trusts
Trust Amendments
Wills
Power of Attorney
Health Care Directive