ESTATE PLANNING Lawyer
Estate Administration (Probate), Wills and Trusts
Losing a loved one is never easy. Beginning the legal process of distributing assets and administering an estate adds additional complications to an already emotional time. In Maryland, probate is the legal proceeding to administer a decedent’s estate. Probate allows an interested party to settle a decedent’s estate.
Probate is initiated by filing a petition for probate to open an estate and appoint a personal representative. The attorneys at West and West, P.A., are experienced in handling both uncontested and contested probate cases. In uncontested cases, an attorney can assist with locating assets, managing creditors, asset distribution, record keeping, and completing all the legal forms required to administer the estate properly. If a probate case becomes contested, our attorneys can assist with assessing the strengths and weaknesses with the issue at the center of the contest and advocating our client’s position in court. Probates can become contested for many reasons, including undue influence in the execution of a will, fraudulent execution of a will, incompetency issues, and disputes among beneficiaries.
The attorneys at West and West, P.A. take great pride in offering reliable, experienced probate administration services. Call our Snow Hill or Ocean City office today to schedule a free consultation. Berlin Office 410-629-7000
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