As an attorney from our Philadelphia Probate law Firm, Klenk Law, may tell you about during a consultation, probate is the legal process of distributing assets and property to any heirs, beneficiaries, or debtors after death. It can become a complicated process, regardless of whether or not you created a living will and testament. But what happens during the probate process? And how can you protect your family from any complicated legal proceedings regarding probate? How can our Philadelphia Probate Law Firm help you?
Is Probate Required?
The attorney working with you from our PA Probate law Firm knows that the timeline of a probate process will depend on several variables. Is there real estate to sell? Are there tax disputes? Do lawsuits need settling? Having a will streamlines the probate process, which could still take an average of one year — assuming no one contests the will. However, if there was no will created, the probate process could take several years. During this time, the executor would continually pay off any debts, mortgages, and utility payments with the deceased’s assets until the probate process is complete.
You can avoid problems that could arise during the probate process by creating a valid, clear, and well-written testament. It’s never too early to begin the process of creating your first will. Taking these steps can ease future burdens on your spouse and relatives. Reach out to an attorney from Klenk Law, your local Philadelphia Probate law Firm, to begin the process.
Peter Klenk is the founding member of Klenk Law, a seven attorney boutique estate planning law firm. We serve clients in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, New York, Minnesota and Florida. Peter Klenk received his Masters in Taxation LL.M. from NYU Law School and his J.D. from the University of Minnesota Law School. He served his country in the Navy JAGC during Desert Storm. Easy to talk to, feel free to call Peter for an appointment. We will make the process as easy as possible!
"I worked for Peter Klenk for 4 wonderful years. I can’t speak highly enough of everyone at the firm. Everyone truly cares about their clients and has a strong sense of responsibility to get things done right. I would highly recommend Klenk Law!"
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Peter explained a complex subject very clearly, helped us to decide the best approach to managing our estate and then made it very easy for us to execute the required documents. He will be a valuable resource for years to come and clearly has a great understanding of estate law that will lead to innovative solutions for us. I would unhesitatingly recommend him for estate planning.
I was referred to Peter after my divorce to put documents together to protect my assets. He suggested a number of documents that would help protect my children and their future. Also, he put together wills, power of attorney and living wills. I initially spoke with him on the phone, he took 30-40 minutes to understand my situation and explain the benefits of having such documents. After a week or two, I met with him in his office and signed the documents. Everything else was remote phone calls and emails. He re-explained these documents and what whom to share. I am in good hands.
I met Peter soon after he started his practice in Philadelphia, PA. He and his team have always been there for me and my various inquiries throughout my life-changing events, corporate relocations. I have lived in various cities throughout the nation, I have never had a problem in contacting Peter or a member of his team. He and his office responds quickly and returns calls to me to fulfill my requests for information or to revise my estate needs while posing relevant thought-provoking questions that I need to consider to secure my future. One of Peter's best qualities is his ability to answer clients complicated questions in a simple way to ensure comprehension.
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