What Happens to Decedents & Their Estates?

A decedent refers to someone who dies with or without a will. The estate of a decedent is like a business. The business is run by a Court appointed Executor or Administrator who collects the decedent’s assets, pays the debts, taxes and expenses and distributes the net estate to the appropriate parties.

The estate administration process will vary depending upon whether the decedent had a Last Will or died intestate i.e, without a Last Will. Different court proceedings will be required so that a fiduciary such as an Executor or Administrator can be appointed to administer and settle the decedent's estate.

Decedent's estates vary in size of assets, issues and complexities. Issues that may be confronted include those relating to claims from the decedent's unpaid creditors, income or estate tax matters, kinship disputes and the sale of assets owned by the decedent such as real property or business interests.

I have helped many clients who were Executors or Administrators administer decedent’s estates. I work closely with clients to help them obtain their desired goals and the successful completion of their legal matter.

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