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filing a petition with a court. The executor takes care of the estate if the decedent had a will. The administrator takes care of the estate
if the decedent did not have a will. The estate administration process for
executors and administrators is similar. First, they must investigate the assets the decedent had and report them back to the probate court. Second, they must pay remaining bills owed out of the estate. Third, they must distribute what’s left in the estate according to the terms of a will, or if there is no will, according to state law. After the administration is done, the administrator will return to the court to prove they have done their duties and to pay whatever taxes and filing fees are due. The entire process can take several months or more to complete. CHOOSE THE RIGHT PROBATE ATTORNEY. In theory, settling an estate should be an easy process. But it’s easy to get lost in documents and make a mistake. The rules of the court are very particular and sometimes difficult to understand. Having an experienced probate attorney on your side is important when going through the probate process. They can help guide you through this confusing and stressful time. Here are some benefits of working with a probate attorney:
• You will better understand your rights and responsibilities. • You will save time and money by avoiding costly mistakes. • They will help you protect your assets. • They will help you work with the probate court. • They can help resolve disputes that arise during the probate process. We understand probate can be frustrating, especially when the decedent’s wishes were left unclear. We are here to guide family members, executors, trustees, administrators, heirs, and beneficiaries through the probate process when a loved one dies. If you’re struggling with managing and distributing your deceased loved one’s estate, we can help. Call us at 614-408-0529 .
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