Georgia Attorneys Providing Compassionate Guidance Through Probate And Estate Administration
Losing someone you love can be devastating. While trying to mourn your loss, you shouldn’t be expected to tend to complex and time-consuming legal obligations. If you were named the executor of your loved one’s estate, however, this may be the dilemma you are currently facing.
The reassuring news is that you don’t have to go through this alone. Our skilled and caring legal team at Penland, Romans & Rayburn Law Firm, GP, regularly assists executors, personal representatives and family members as they tend to the final affairs of an estate. Our probate and estate administration attorneys can handle most of the legal process for you, ensuring accuracy and leaving you free to take care of yourself and other surviving family members.
Probate Vs. Estate Administration: What’s The Difference?
Probate is the process of providing the validity of a will. If the deceased person had no will at the time of death, probate proceedings are replaced by the estate administration process, which can also be complex and time-consuming. Regardless of the legal avenue used, our attorneys are ready to provide comprehensive and supportive representation to executors, administrators and others connected to the estate.
Legal And Practical Support For Executors In Georgia
As executor, you bear the important duty of overseeing the estate and fulfilling the deceased’s final wishes as laid out in their estate plan. Below is an overview of the key duties you will need to perform:
- Identify and secure probate assets: Gather all assets that are subject to probate.
- Appraise estate assets: Determine the value of the property, investments and other assets (usually with the help of professional appraisers).
- Pay debts and taxes: Settle any outstanding debts and file necessary tax returns.
- Distribute assets: Ensure the remaining assets are distributed according to the will.
- Communicate with beneficiaries: Keep the surviving spouse and other beneficiaries informed throughout the process.
- Handle court proceedings: Manage legal paperwork and court appearances.
Our probate law attorneys are here to assist you in this important work. They can manage most complicated and time-consuming tasks on your behalf. Our team will make the process as smooth as possible for you, regardless of estate size or complexity.
Get Answers To Your Estate Law Questions During An Initial Consultation
Penland, Romans & Rayburn Law Firm, GP, serves clients throughout Northwest Georgia. To learn more about how our attorneys can assist you during this difficult time, contact our offices in Ringgold and Dalton to request an initial consultation. Just call 706-842-9137 or reach out online.