Estate Settlement

When a loved ones dies, his or her will dictates how the assets will be distributed. Will settlement takes place through the court process known as probate (unlike trust settlement, which is a private process that does not require court oversight). If a person dies "intestate" (without a will), the state determines how assets should be apportioned.

In a nutshell, probate is designed to ascertain if a valid will exists; determine what property the deceased owned; pay off creditors; and legally distribute assets to the rightful heirs.

We are among the most knowledgeable and experienced estate settlement attorneys in Ocean and Monmouth counties—and we can help you through every step of the estate (or trust) settlement proceedings. Moreover, our tax-law expert can assist executors with the arduous estate and inheritance tax-return preparation and other tax-related issues that may arise.

With so much legalese and "fine print" involved in probating a will, you will likely find it a relief to seek professional counsel you can trust—particularly during a time of upheaval or grief.

We'll be glad to walk you through the estate-settlement process. Call us for a no-obligation consultation at 732.657.0600 or click here to contact us now.