Legally, probate is the process of authenticating the will of a deceased person, reviewing their assets, paying their debts and taxes, and distributing their remaining assets to their heirs. After an asset-holder dies, the court will appoint a valid will’s…
Wills serves as legal directives regarding who will inherit your property after you die and are an essential component of a comprehensive estate plan. If you die without one (intestate), the state will distribute your assets and property via state…
ABA explains that probate is a legal process that gives legal recognition to a will, appoints the executor to administer the estate, and appoints the personal representative (executive) to distribute property. Navigating the probate process will vary according to state…