The loss of a loved one is a life-changing event, for which no one is ever fully prepared. Even as we grieve our loss, someone has to be responsible for winding up the deceased’s personal and financial affairs, addressing any income or estate tax issues, collecting life insurance and other assets, and finally distributing the remaining assets to the proper heirs or beneficiaries.

For those who leave a Will (or leave no estate plan at all), Probate is the legal system that governs the settlement of an estate and the distribution of property to the heirs or beneficiaries of the deceased.  A probate court becomes the final determiner of who will inherit property, in what shares, and how. The court also appoints an executor or administrator, the person who will have the legal authority from the court to carry out those tasks.

Probate is a complex legal process, with a myriad of options available, depending on the circumstances your loved one left for you.  At Breshears Law, we understand the emotions and the hardship families face in the midst of their loss, and we consider it a privilege to help remove as much of the burden of probate as possible and help families choose and navigate the proper process successfully.

If you have lost a loved one, and need answers about what to do next, please Schedule An Appointment to meet with us.