Probate is the court-administered transfer of assets at death. While often used to describe the Court administering a will, it can also be a process required for those who die without any estate plan as well. Probate is a process which seeks to accomplish an orderly transfer of assets, while protecting the rights of creditors and heirs.
The process can be long and complicated, making the assistive role clear. In addition to the procedural requirements of estate and trust administration, probate is made easier by acting timely, engaging in clear communication, and ensuring a decedent’s wishes be honored.
