If you need a probate lawyer to help administer the estate of a loved one who recently passed away, you can trust David Parker, an experienced probate attorney at the Parker Law Firm in Cortlandt. With over 20 years of experience helping New York clients through the probate process, David Parker can help ensure that the wishes of the deceased person are met, validate a last will and testament, gather all required documentation, and resolve conflicts between family members and the executor of the estate.
Probate refers to a legal process that substantiates the will of a deceased person before the distribution of estate assets. Probate can cause a lot of stress for family members due to the complex nature and length of the process. An estate can remain in probate for months or even years if one or more parties make claims to certain assets or accuse the executor of misconduct.
The assets tied to an estate must go through the probate process unless the decedent used estate planning tools like living trusts to prevent assets from going to probate court. Assets that must go through probate include real property, personal property, bank accounts, stocks, safety deposit boxes, and other assets in the sole name of the person who passed away.
The court will approve or assign an estate executor to handle the administration of the estate. This person manages asset appraisals, pays creditors, and transfers assets to beneficiaries. One of the first steps for an estate executor involves collecting the necessary documents to file the probate petition.
These documents include the following: • The decedent’s original will and a copy of it • A certified copy of their death certificate • Relevant affidavits that David Parker, your Cortlandt probate lawyer, can help you identify.
You may need an Affidavit of Heirship if your deceased loved one has only one surviving heir or is only survived by cousins. Ask David Parker for guidance on what you need to successfully file a probate petition.
If the deceased person’s will names you as executor, you have many responsibilities, from filing forms and settling debts to paying all necessary taxes. Unless you work in the probate world, you may become overwhelmed by the intimidating list of duties you must perform. Many people work with probate lawyers to ease the pressure and stress of administering an estate through probate.
David Parker, your Cortlandt probate attorney, can help you stay ahead of looming deadlines and make the proper filings to prevent delaying the already-lengthy process. Having professional help through the probate process can remove some of the weight from your shoulders and reduce your stress levels in your time of grief. Book your call with the Parker Law Firm today.
The Parker Law Firm in White Plains works with estate executors to help them through the probate process. If you face the daunting task of serving as an executor, having the right probate attorney at your side can make a world of difference. We’ll help you navigate this complicated process with a clear understanding of your rights and responsibilities and use our decades of experience to help you avoid common speed bumps along the road.
Attorney David Parker helps clients in and around White Plains, NY. Book a free 15-minute discovery call now to learn how our probate lawyer can help you with the probate process.
