Guiding You Through Probate Administration
When a loved one passes away, handling their estate can be a complex and emotional process. Trying to manage your own mourning process while also overseeing the needs of the decedent’s estate can cause a lot of complications in both areas. Instead of taking everything on your own shoulders, let the help of a compassionate and committed law firm make things easier for you.
At the Law Offices of Linda K. Bertolette, LLC, we provide compassionate and diligent probate administration services to help you navigate this challenging time. We can help ensure the effective management of your loved one’s estate while defending their wishes and minimizing effort and complications through the probate process.
The Probate Administration Process
In most cases, there are several key steps that will take place in any probate administration process. We are prepared to guide you through each of these steps, such as:
- Filing the petition
- Notifying heirs and creditors
- Inventory and appraisal
- Paying debts and taxes
- Distributing assets
As we represent your needs, we will also take the time to answer any questions you may have and address your needs through every step, making us the right choice for you. At our firm, you are more than just a case number; you are part of our extended family. Our team provides a welcoming and supportive environment.
Answering Your Probate Administration Questions
We do everything we can to help our clients, including answering their questions to keep them informed about what is happening. To help you get the information you need, we have taken the time to answer some of the more common questions we get here:
What is probate?
Probate is the legal process of administering a deceased person’s estate. As your probate lawyer, we will oversee the processes of validating any applicable wills, dispersing inheritance to their beneficiaries, paying debts, closing accounts and keeping the probate process as smooth as possible for you and your family.
When is probate administration necessary?
Probate administration is necessary when someone dies with assets solely in their name. These assets need to be distributed according to their will, or if there is no will, then in accordance with state law. Solely owned assets may include real estate, bank accounts, investments and personal property. If the decedent did not have a will, Connecticut law requires the estate to be distributed in accordance with the state’s intestacy laws. No matter how the administration needs to take place, we can help defend and advise your rights through it all.
When should you get a probate administration lawyer in Connecticut?
You should consider hiring a lawyer as soon as a loved one passes away. Our probate administration attorney and staff will guide you through the probate process, including filing the will and all subsequent probate forms, assistance with liquidation of assets and the orderly payment of decedent’s debts and obligations. Our services can be crucial if the estate involves significant assets, disputes among heirs, or if the deceased did not leave a will. Reaching out to us early also means we can help you avoid critical mistakes.
What must be done if there is no will?
If there is no will, the estate will be subject to Connecticut’s intestacy laws. The state will use statutory formula to dictate the distribution of assets. In these cases the probate process can be more complicated, making legal assistance invaluable.
We Are Here For You
When you need help with your probate administration needs, choose an attorney who is known for her calm confidence and professional skills, making the probate process less daunting. Call our West Hartford office at 860-541-5892 or reach out to us here to schedule your initial consultation today.