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!
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We came to this firm based because of the online reviews we read and were not disappointed. Peter and the staff were a pleasure to work with - Peter was friendly, knowledgeable and patient with all our questions and the office staff were extremely responsive and efficient with all the scheduling and follow up needed to get us ready for the signing. We also like that all documents are housed in a portal that is easily accessible. Thank you to Peter and the team for helping us cross 'update estate planning documents' off our list.
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Recently hired this firm to help me write a will (something I had been procrastinating on doing for too long). The process was quick, easy, painless and I'm glad that thanks to the great team at this firm I was able to cross this off my "to do" list!!
I can't tell you how satisfied I am with this law firm. They were competent and helped me with a very difficult situation. They got the job done in a timely fashion and I am so happy I found them. If you find yourself in a difficult and contentious probate situation I highly recommend this firm. There is just no way I could have had this positive outcome without them. I worked with 2 different lawyers prior to hiring them and neither of them could get the job done like Klenk. Daniella Horn was a pleasure to work with and highly competent.
Klenk Law is a professional and class act from start to finish. Peter, and all of his staff members are patient, clear, and trustworthy, all within the context of a user friendly, kind, and comfortable ambience.
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