If probate is necessary, then David Lee Rice, APLC can help you get things started and guide you through the process. Probate isn’t complicated, but there can be tripping points. Our goal is to navigate you through the process and protect the estate, assets, and our clients. The probate process is as follows:
First, someone must begin the probate process. Typically, this would be the individual named as the executor by the will. If there’s no will, the court will appoint someone as the administer of the estate, which is the same job.
The executor’s responsibilities usually last anywhere from six to twelve months.
First, the executor files the fill, along with a document called “Petition for Probate,” with the probate court. There is a filing fee of $435
Depending on the circumstances, the executor or administrator might have to file additional forms and provide notice to family members and creditors.
Sworn statements must validate the will.
After completion of these steps, the probate court officially recognizes the executor or administrator
Now, the process of gathering and cataloging the deceased’s assets begins. This is where David Lee Rice, APLC comes in. This process can be immensely complex, and hiring an attorney to help manage it can allow the executor or administrator time to grieve.