VITTAS LAW will work with you to navigate the probate process smoothly, allowing you to wind up your loved one’s affairs expeditiously and distribute his or her assets to the rightful heirs.  We will also advise you on income and estate tax requirements, dealing with creditors, marshalling assets, sale of real property, filling out the proper forms, disputes among beneficiaries, will contests, and any other issues that may come up in the process.

Not sure if probate is necessary?

  • Did the Decedent have a trust? 

  • Own less than $150,000 worth of assets? 

  • Real property valued at less than $50,000? 

  • Spouse is the only heir?

VITTAS LAW is here to help.

In these situations, probate may not be necessary and an expedited procedure may be used.

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