Probate and trust administration are two of the most important legal processes for protecting your family's estate. Probate is a court-supervised process in which an executor or administrator is appointed to oversee the distribution of assets according to the terms of a will. Trust administration involves managing and distributing assets held in trust, such as real estate, investments, and personal property.
Probate and trust administrations require experienced legal assistance to ensure that all relevant laws are followed correctly and that your family's wishes are followed. Seeking qualified help from an attorney can provide peace of mind knowing that you have taken steps towards ensuring your loved ones' financial security after you're gone.
What is probate?
Probate is a court-supervised process in which an executor or administrator is appointed to oversee the distribution of assets according to the terms of a will. This complex process requires experienced legal assistance to ensure that all relevant laws are followed, creditors are notified and paid, and the funds are distributed in accordance with the decedent's will or, if there is no will, the intestacy statutes.
What is trust administration?
Trust administration is a necessary legal process that involves managing and distributing assets held in trust, such as real estate, investments, and personal property. This complex process requires the help of a qualified lawyer to ensure it follows all relevant laws so that the settlor's wishes are carried out and the trustee complies with their duties as a fiduciary.
Probate and trust administration is complex, but legal help can make all the difference. Johnson Law Practice has experienced attorneys who make probate and trust administration as easy and accessible as possible.