Do I Need to Avoid Probate? Attorney in Wappingers Falls, NY

Do I Need to Avoid Probate? Overview

Under certain circumstances, probate can be a difficult and time consuming process. That’s why many people believe they should avoid probate at any cost. With the guidance of a skilled lawyer and careful estate planning, you can avoid the complexities of probate court altogether. Where appropriate, a lifetime trust could be established, which would keep your estate and your family out of probate court.

However, there are also circumstances where the probate process is actually quite simple. In a simple family situation, your executor will file a petition to prove the validity of your will. He or she will also file a list of all your assets, including property, debts and beneficiaries of your estate. At this point, all legal heirs will be officially notified of your death. After the court has approved your will, the executor will pay off your debts and distribute your property in accordance with your will. After all debts have been paid, your property liquidated and the distributions made, the case is officially closed.

While this process may sound simple, in reality it can be complex without proper guidance. An experienced probate attorney can help you decide if probate is right for your situation, and can help your executor through the process.

The attorneys of Lyons & Supple have been helping individuals and families with probate for more than 30 years. We know that no two families or estates are the same, and we treat each situation on a case by case basis. Contact us at our Wappingers Falls office in New York by calling 845-236-5085 to set up your first appointment free of charge.

Other Frequent Case Types

• Duties of an Executor of Will in Wappingers Falls, NY
• Dying Intestate in Wappingers Falls, NY

Areas of Practice

• Elder Law
• Estate Planning
• Probate & Estate Administration
• Trusts
• Wills