What is the Role of an Estate Administration Attorney in Probate?

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What is the Role of an Estate Administration Attorney in Probate? If you're an executor of an estate, you may be wondering what role an estate administration attorney plays in the probate process. An estate administration attorney is a lawyer who specializes in helping clients navigate the process of managing and distributing the assets of a deceased person, including during probate.

During probate, an estate administration attorney can help you with a variety of tasks, including:

Filing the will with the court: An estate administration attorney can help you understand the requirements for probating a will and ensure that it is filed with the court in a timely manner.

Identifying and inventorying assets: An estate administration attorney can help you identify and inventory the assets of the deceased person, including real estate, personal property, and financial accounts.

Paying debts and taxes: An estate administration attorney can help you identify and pay any debts or taxes that are owed by the estate, including estate taxes, income taxes, and debts to creditors.

Distributing assets: An estate administration attorney can help you understand how the assets of the estate should be distributed, whether according to a will or state law. They can also help you prepare the necessary documents and make sure the assets are distributed in accordance with the law.

An estate administration attorney can be an invaluable resource during the probate process. If you're an executor and need help navigating probate, call Doucet Co., LPA at (888) 200-9824. Our experienced attorneys are here to help you through every step of the process.