With an experienced attorney the estate and probate administration process doesn't have to be a complicated and messy process. While the cost and duration of probate can vary, the right attorney can explain and guide you in the most cost-effective and timely approach.

After the loss of someone close to you, a will, if there is a will, goes through probate, This is the legal process of estate administration. Every surrogates court has a set of rules and procedures you must follow and you can contact your local surrogates court for this information.

This is a basic set of steps one must go through:

• Proving in court that the descendant’s will is valid
• Identifying and inventorying the descendant’s property
• Appraising the property
• Paying off debts and taxes
• Distributing the property as mandated by a will
• Transferring title and ownership of assets to the beneficiaries

During this time you are faced with many difficult questions at a hard time. We can assist you in settling the estate. Speak with an experienced attorney.

If no will exists, the state mandates distribution of the estate.