Lake Forrest Will Contest Lawyer
Losing a loved one is never easy. With so many emotional concerns to address, it can be comforting to be able to turn to a trustworthy lawyer for assistance with the legal matters.
At Alan L. Darnell, Inc., we work diligently to shoulder the legal process surrounding the loss of a loved one. We know your attention is focused elsewhere, on funeral planning and dealing with family matters. We want you to be able to focus on those matters while we take care of the probate proceedings on your behalf.
Contact an Irvine probate lawyer by calling 949-467-9216 or toll free at 1-866-935-7521 to discuss your estate administration and asset transfer needs.
What Is Probate?
Probate is the court-supervised process of transferring assets to the deceased person's heirs in accordance with the will or according to state law if there is no will. The process can become a complicated affair, especially in situations in which your loved one passed away without an estate plan, or if the will is contested by a family member or other individual.
Offering Legal Representation Throughout the Process of Probate
Our law firm handles all matters associated with the probate process:
- The initiation of the probate process
- Appointment of administrator/executor of the estate
- Marshalling assets, taking inventory, and filing inventory with the court
- Ensuring debts are paid and income tax returns are filed
- Addressing a will caveat
- Liquidating assets and converting into cash to pay debts, if necessary
- Identifying the correct heirs of the deceased
- Account to the court what was been done with the assets and propose a distribution to heirs
- Gain court approval or modification of distribution
The probate process lasts at least six months, and can take more than a year depending upon the specific circumstances. We represent every client for the duration of their proceedings, and charge a set fee under probate law. For clients who wish to avoid the process of probate, or minimize the time and expense it will require, we offer estate planning services with this goal in mind.
Contact Irvine, California, Probate Attorney Serving Clients Throughout Orange County
Alan Darnell's background as a certified public accountant (CPA) gives us the ability to offer more than legal advice throughout the probate process. We can also assist with complicated tax issues and offer advice on asset and investment values. Contact our office to discuss your family's probate or trust administration needs with an experienced and trustworthy attorney.