Probate
Probate is the court process of transferring assets of a deceased person to the individuals, charities, or institutions entitled to receive those assets. The process typically takes approximately nine months to complete.
There are basically three main functions of the probate process:
We assist individuals with evaluating whether or not a probate proceeding is necessary, or if other means can be used to collect and distribute the decedent’s assets. If probate is required, our office represents the “executor” (also called a “personal representative”) through the court process and legal requirements.
There are basically three main functions of the probate process:
- Collection of the decedent’s assets
- Payment of debts and taxes
- Distribution of the estate assets.
We assist individuals with evaluating whether or not a probate proceeding is necessary, or if other means can be used to collect and distribute the decedent’s assets. If probate is required, our office represents the “executor” (also called a “personal representative”) through the court process and legal requirements.
Law Office of Jane M. McNamara / 28212 Kelly Johnson Parkway, Suite 110, Valencia, CA 91355
(661) 287-3260 / www.JaneMcNamara.com
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