Austin Probate Lawyers

Southern Minnesota Estate Administration Attorneys

Probate is the formal administration of an estate after a person's death. If someone dies with a well-drafted will and little debt, then probate can be a fairly simple process. However, with the increasing complexity of estate planning documents and the many obligations that need to be fulfilled during probate, it is to your advantage to hire a lawyer who can guide you through the process.

At Plunkett and Associates, we represent executors, beneficiaries and others who need assistance with a probate matter. Whether they just want advice and guidance on how the process works, or are involved in a will contest, we offer high-quality services to meet their needs.

We recognize that the administration of a loved one's estate can be an emotional and trying time. Our goal is to help our clients' get through the process as smoothly as possible, so they set aside their legal concerns and focus on grieving their loss. Contact us today to speak with a probate attorney about your situation.

Probate Obligations and Requirements

Probate is open to the public, allowing anyone with a stake in the estate to voice their approval or dissent to the matters at hand. As such, there are specific requirements that must be met by law. The executor of the estate, for example, must inform all beneficiaries that the will creator has passed away. He or she must also inform creditors of the death, and make the probate court date known to the public. Failing to fulfill these obligations may result in the executor facing a breach of fiduciary duty claim against him or her.

To help ensure our clients do not get tangled in this situation, we advise executors on their responsibilities and assist them in fulfilling their duties. Through this relationship, we ease the probate process as a whole.

Contact our Austin, Minnesota, Probate Lawyers

Don't go through the probate process alone. Contact Plunkett and Associates in Austin, Minnesota. We will help protect your inheritance interests and work hard to make sure your loved one's assets are distributed according to his or her wishes. Our firm can be reached toll free by calling 800-322-3502 or by filling out the intake form.