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Hourly vs. Estate Percentage for Delaware County Probate Fees

Posted on Sat Nov 21, 2015, on Fees

From our “Ask a Question” Mailbag: Hourly vs. Estate Percentage for Delaware County Probate Fees

Most Recently Updated August 1, 2018.

“My dad died recently and his estate-planning attorney wants to charge us a percentage of the estate to act as the probate lawyer. I see that you charge hourly. Which is better?”

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Hourly vs. Estate Percentage for Delaware County Probate Fees

Hourly vs. Estate Percentage for Delaware County Probate Fees

I have found over the years that charging a percentage of the estate as the estate’s lawyer is seldom fair. Usually the percentage is disproportionate to the work done. I find that being paid hourly for actual work done is fair for everyone. Either way is legal and proper, I just feel more comfortable charging by the hour.

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Hourly vs. Estate Percentage for Delaware County Probate Fees is only part of the overall probate process. By all means, if you wish to learn more, please read my more detailed article, The Probate Process All You Need to Know.

In Conclusion: Hourly vs. Estate Percentage for Delaware County Probate Fees

I hope that this article was helpful in explaining hourly vs. estate percentage for Delaware County Probate Fees. Further, I included links to even more detailed information on my website. Therefore, please contact me and let me know how I did. Certainly, your comments and questions are welcome!

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