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Serving Bradenton & Sarasota
Expert Guidance Through the Probate Process
After your passing, your assets and savings will typically undergo probate, a court-supervised process. This process is often guided by your last will and testament, naming a personal representative responsible for safeguarding your and your family's interests throughout probate.
When seeking a probate attorney in Bradenton, FL, there's no need to delay. Contact our team at Knowles, Bouziane & Shaffer Law, LLC today. We will collaborate with you to determine the most suitable course of action for you and your loved ones. Our highly trained and experienced experts are well-prepared to handle any probate-related task in Bradenton, FL, or the surrounding areas. Knowles, Bouziane & Shaffer Law, LLC is your trusted partner during the probate process.
Unfortunately, probate can entail significant drawbacks, including costs and time consumption. At Knowles, Bouziane & Shaffer Law, LLC, our Florida probate lawyers provide assurance that your final wishes will be honored. We offer a no-money-down alternative to other probate firms and can assist you in navigating the legal system if you are handling probate after a loved one's passing.
For a complimentary probate consultation, please call us today.
No Money Down! No Fees Until the Estate Funds Are Available!
When you engage Knowles, Bouziane & Shaffer Law, LLC for probate assistance, payment is not required until the estate's funds become available. Certain restrictions apply. Contact us for details.
When Is Probate Necessary?
The probate process is designed to address your real estate, savings, and other assets and possessions at the time of your passing. However, probate can be bypassed if you co-own property with someone else, such as your spouse. In such cases, marital property ownership remains with your spouse after your passing.
You can also avoid probate by transferring your assets into a trust. This estate planning tool enables your possessions to be distributed in accordance with the trust document rather than through probate.
Our team can offer valuable guidance on how to minimize or avoid probate when planning your estate. Nevertheless, if probate is still necessary, our attorneys can streamline the process for your family's convenience.
Although each case is unique, probate generally follows a standard process.
Step 1: Inventory of Estate Assets
The initial probate step involves the personal representative, as indicated in the will, seeking approval from the court. Following court approval, the personal representative must document all assets designated for distribution to heirs. This step provides family members and creditors with an inventory of the deceased's property and any outstanding debts.
Step 2: Will Administration
The subsequent stage for the personal representative involves administering the will. This encompasses submitting the will to probate court, notifying creditors and heirs, and addressing any challenges. Additionally, it entails settling the deceased person's debts in compliance with legal requirements and determining asset distribution.
Administering a will involves numerous specific tasks, necessitating consultation with our knowledgeable attorneys to ensure all requirements are met. Our legal team can also help you prepare for this aspect of the probate process, making it as seamless as possible when the time arrives.
Step 3: Asset Distribution and Probate Conclusion
The final phase of probate involves asset distribution and discharge, wherein the personal representative allocates possessions to the rightful heirs. Once completed, the probate process concludes with a discharge.
Why Choose Knowles, Bouziane & Shaffer Law, LLC?
’s understanding and experienced lawyers and trial attorneys provide estate planning, guardianship, and criminal legal services to Bradenton, FL and surrounding areas. Locally owned since 2013, we’re committed to the tireless pursuit of justice for our clients with thorough attention to detail. Take advantage of free consultations with a compassionate team of experienced attorneys.
Don’t delay – for excellence where it counts most, call Knowles, Bouziane & Shaffer Law, LLC today.
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We can help you create permanent or temporary legal guardianships for an adult or minor in your life. State-approved instruction and training are required to be a professional guardian.
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