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Illinois Probate ProcessSchaumburg Probate Law FirmThe probate process is a court-managed process whereby a person’s estate is administered by the probate court after his or her death. Through the probate process, the decedent’s debts are paid and distributions are made to his or her heirs and beneficiaries. The skilled Schaumburg probate attorneys at Kelley, Kelley & Kelley focus on helping families through the entire probate process. The passing of a relative or loved one is difficult and the probate process following their death can seem daunting and extremely confusing. You can rest assured that the attorneys at Kelley, Kelley & Kelley will handle your probate matters with care and respect and help you through the probate process as easily and stress free as possible. Is the Probate Process Necessary? A decedent’s estate must be administered through the probate process if the decedent’s assets exceed $100,000 excluding joint benefit property, 401k assets, life insurance proceeds, and IRA funds. Having a carefully drafted will does not allow a decedent’s estate to bypass the probate process, but it does allow the probate process to occur more efficiently and more cost effectively. On the other hand, if a decedent lacked sufficient and adequately drafted estate documents, such as a will or trust, the probate process can be time-consuming and costly. What Are the Duties of the Executor? The probate process involves the notification of creditors, payment of claims, and distribution of assets, all of which are conducted by the estate’s executor or administrator. The executor or administrator of the decedent’s estate is oftentimes a loved one of the decedent who is likely coping with the emotional stress of the decedent’s death. At Kelley, Kelley & Kelley, our Illinois probate administration attorneys provide compassionate legal guidance to estate executors or administrators charged with the administration of a decedent’s estate. Our Illinois probate attorneys understand the complexities involved with the probate process and we cooperate with the court and estate beneficiaries in order to facilitate a relatively smooth probate administration process. What Services Do We Provide? The knowledgeable Illinois probate lawyers at Kelley, Kelley & Kelley provide compassionate and reasoned legal advice to executors and beneficiaries throughout the probate administration process, including, for instance: • Education and guidance to executors, heirs and beneficiaries The Schaumburg probate administration law firm of Kelley, Kelley & Kelley provides compassionate, thoughtful and knowledgeable legal advice regarding the wide range of issues that may arise in the probate administration process. Contact our office at (847) 895-9151 to schedule a consultation with one of our knowledgeable Illinois probate attorneys to learn more about the probate administration process. |
