Probate Navigation Plan

Someone you love passed away. We’ll guide you through what’s next.

Grief is hard enough. The bank accounts, the house, the car, and the bills can wait a few days, but some deadlines cannot. We explain every path, from small-estate affidavits to full administration, and handle the court work for you.

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The short answer

Uncontested probate and succession are a flat fee. Additional fees apply for contested matters. Many estates qualify for a simpler process than families expect.

Do this first

✓Order several certified death certificates

✓Find the original will, if there is one

✓Secure the home and vehicles, and do not distribute anything yet

What happens without a plan

Where families get stuck

Accessing accounts

Without a plan

Banks freeze accounts in the deceased person’s name.

With the Probate Navigation Plan

We get the court letters or affidavit the bank needs.

Selling the home

Without a plan

A title company will not close without proof of who owns it now.

With the Probate Navigation Plan

We establish the heirs and prepare the deed.

Deadlines

Without a plan

Will filing, creditor notices, and tax returns each have deadlines.

With the Probate Navigation Plan

We give you a checklist and handle the filings.

What the plan includes

How we help

Choosing the right path

Small estate affidavit, simple possession, or full administration.

Filing and court appearances

We prepare everything and appear with you.

Creditor notices

Published and mailed as the law requires.

Inventory and accounting

We help list, value, and report the assets.

Deeds and transfers

Real estate, vehicles, and accounts to the heirs.

Closing the estate

Final accounting and discharge.

Questions

Common questions

Every family is different. A 15-minute call with a licensed attorney answers the rest.

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Do all estates have to go through probate?

No. Small estates and property held in a trust or with a beneficiary can often skip it.

How long does probate take?

Commonly several months to a year, depending on the state and the estate.

What does it cost?

Uncontested matters are a flat fee, quoted after the first meeting. Additional fees apply for contested matters.

What should I not do?

Do not pay debts or distribute property until you know the rules. Paying in the wrong order can create personal liability.

Let us carry the legal work.

In 15 minutes, a licensed attorney will tell you what your family needs and quote the flat fee in writing.

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