The Law Offices of Ido Stern » Family Practice

Probate Administration & Probate Litigation

Probate Administration

The death of a loved one is a very stressful time for a family. We understand the pressures faced by surviving family members and can assist in the administration of the estate. Initially, we will help decide if it is necessary to open a probate estate or if the deceased's possessions can be transferred without probate court intervention. If it is necessary to open a probate estate, we will guide the personal representative through the maze of complex filing and timing issues involved in administering the estate. Our attorneys will draft the petition for probate, the notice to interested parties, and the estate inventory. When needed, we can obtain the services of other professionals to wind up the estate, such as real estate brokers and personal property appraisers. The experience of our firm and our affordable rates provide clients with exceptional value in the provision of probate administration services, thus maximizing the estate assets that the beneficiaries receive.

Probate Litigation

Our firm handles estate litigation and probate-related disputes on behalf of spouses, children, parents, named beneficiaries, executors and personal representatives alike. These include:

• Will Contests
• Heirship Disputes
• Trust Disputes
• Allegations of Personal Representative Misconduct
• Breach of Fiduciary Duty Claims
• Claims of Undue Influence or Duress
• Elder Abuse Claims

If litigation is required in your case, we'll keep you fully informed and involved throughout the process. If you should have questions or concerns at any time, our team-based approach ensures that you will almost always be able to get a prompt response. We take pride in our ability to provide this level of personal attention and would welcome the opportunity to provide you and your family with the same.