All Probate Matters

Whether a loved one has died testate (with a Last Will and Testament) or intestate (without a Last Will and Testament), his or her estate will need to be probated in the Probate Court if there are any assets in his or her name. If a loved one died owning any interest in real estate, the probate process is extremely important as a new Deed to the property will have to be recorded in the county where the property is situated to transfer ownership of said property. This includes both traditional real estate holdings and special titles like time-shares.

It is very important to begin the probate process as soon as possible after the death of a loved one, as dealing with creditors/debtors needs to begin right away. There are detailed forms that will need to be filed with the Court disclosing information regarding the decedent’s assets. Having a Probate Attorney like Bubba Cromer will ensure that your loved one’s last wishes are followed and that his or her assets are properly transferred so that future problems can be avoided.

An inventory of the decedent’s assets will need to be filed with the court disclosing any and all assets in which the decedent had an interest. This includes, but is not limited to, real estate, stocks, checking accounts, life insurance policies, jointly owned property, interest in life estates, retirement accounts, vehicles, personal property, promissory notes, etc.

After the 8-month creditor claim period expires, a Final Accounting of all money received into and spent out of the estate will need to be filed. Final distribution of the property will need to be made and all real estate will need to be transferred.

Having a Probate Attorney like Bubba Cromer to help with this process from the very beginning guarantees an accurate handling of the transfer of your loved one’s property. Furthermore, Probate Court Attorney Bubba Cromer prides himself in handling with great care this sometimes emotional and sensitive process. He will always strive to see that this process is as smooth and civil and dignified as humanly possible.

Learn more about:

• The Probate Process Generally
• Guardianships and Conservatorships
• Mental Health Court

IN ANY EVENT, PROBATING AN ESTATE IS MUCH EASIER ON YOUR SURVIVING LOVED ONE(S) AND YOUR PREPLANNING WILL BE APPRECIATED. CALL CROMER LAW OFFICES, LLC TO BEGIN THIS IMPORTANT PROCESS RIGHT AWAY.