Probate Lawyer Cherry Hill, NJ
When you first hear the terms “executor” or “probate,” you may not have a full understanding of their meaning. If you were named the executor of an estate, the probate process might seem daunting and confusing. A probate lawyer in Cherry Hill, NJ from Klenk Law can guide you through the entire process.
If you accept the responsibility of serving as the estate’s executor, it is your fiduciary duty to fulfill the will’s instructions and to honor the deceased’s final wishes. Although you are not required by law to hire a lawyer to assist you, many people do so for some reasons.
Our probate lawyer in Cherry Hill, NJ has significant experience with estate planning and the probate process. Our firm has genuine empathy for the emotional toll that the loss of a loved one can take on an individual. When you choose our firm to assist you, we will make it our priority to lift some of the burdens by guiding you through each step.
- The executor is responsible for paying the funeral and burial expenses. Funds for the funeral and burial expenses could come out of the estate’s assets if the decedent did not make alternative arrangements for those costs. A probate lawyer in Cherry Hill, NJ can explain how the assets can be used to take care of the final arrangements.
- The executor is responsible for the distribution of all assets during the probate process. The executor is responsible for locating all of the assets listed in the will and securing them until delivery to the heirs after paying the estate’s debts, including estate taxes. Your probate lawyer in Cherry Hill, NJ from Klenk Law can provide you with the necessary details regarding this process.
- The executor is responsible for settling all of the estate’s debts. It is the responsibility of the executor to notify all of the estate’s creditors and the social security administration of the death of the individual. It is also their responsibility to close the decedent’s bank accounts. A probate lawyer in Cherry Hill, NJ from our firm can discuss with you which of these tasks we can do on your behalf.
- The executor assumes all responsibilities of the management and distribution of the estate’s assets. As the executor, you are responsible to complete this duty as instructed by the will and/or deemed by the judge. Failure to properly distribute assets, whether intentionally or unintentionally, could result in personal liability. For your protection, a probate lawyer in Cherry Hill, NJ from our firm can guide you through the process.
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After the passing of a loved one, emotions can run high, and family members may feel overwhelmed with grief. Fulfilling the role of the executor may be more than someone can bear. We can help you get through this challenging time. Contact us today and allow an experienced probate lawyer in Cherry Hill, NJ from Klenk Law to assist you from start to finish
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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