Sternberg Law Group

Probate Administration

Navigating the Probate Process with Ease

Probate is the legal process of settling an estate after someone passes away. Whether you’re an executor or an heir, the process can be overwhelming, with numerous legal steps to follow and potential conflicts to resolve. Our team can guide you through every aspect of probate, from filing necessary court documents to distributing assets in accordance with the deceased’s will (or state law if no will exists).

Our Probate services include:

– Filing Probate Petitions: We assist executors and administrators in filing the necessary petitions to initiate the probate process.

– Asset Inventory & Valuation: Our team helps identify, inventory, and value the decedent’s assets, ensuring that all assets are properly accounted for.

– Debt and Tax Resolution: We handle creditor claims, address any outstanding debts, and ensure the estate is in compliance with tax obligations before distributing assets.

– Distribute Assets: After debts and taxes are settled, we assist with the distribution of assets according to the decedent’s will or state law.

– Litigation Support: If disputes arise during the probate process, whether over a will’s validity or inheritance disagreements, we offer expert legal support to resolve conflicts.

Probate can be time-consuming and complicated, but with our experienced team on your side, you can avoid common pitfalls and ensure that the process is as smooth and efficient as possible.