Probate Law And Estate Planning Resources:

Probate is a process by which the estate of a deceased person is both validated and executed. The probate process can be a long and costly one, and those that are unfamiliar with the whole concept often have many questions regarding this process.

Through 1800 Probate Online you can find information on the different aspects of estate planning, probate law, and the probate process, such as the legal requirements for making a will, how probate works, and why it is necessary amongst other things. The articles on 1800 Probate Online can help your familiarise yourself with what probate is, when your may need it, and what it entails.

Probate law can be complex and difficult at the best of times, but for someone that has never had experience with probate law, things can get very confusing, very quickly.

Glossary of common probate law terms

State Probate Law General Resources

General Estate Planning Resources

What Is "Probate"?	Does any part of the estate bypass the probate process?
Is Probate Always Necessary?	How does probate affect taxes?
Why Is Probate Necessary?	What if the estate is not sufficient to pay creditors? Do the beneficiaries have to pay the debts?
The cost of probate	What happens if the decedent owed money?
Where is probate handled?	Am I Responsible For Debts Left By A Deceased Relation?
Can Probate Be Handled Without Using The Services Of A Lawyer?	How does a revocable living trust protect from creditors?
Does All A Person's Property Have To Go Through Probate?	Can an estate plan prevent a conservatorship proceeding?
What If The Decedent Owned Property In More Than One State?	Why won’t the bank release my relative’s accounts without the will first going through probate?
How long does the probate process take?	Probate Law And Probate Lawyer Frequently Asked Questions
Is there an easier process than probate if the decedent leaves only a small estate?

General "Will" Resources

"All About Wills"	Legal Requirements For A Will
What Happens If Someone Contests The Will?	What Warrants A Valid Will Contest?
What Happens If The Will Is Uncontested?	How can I minimize the chance of someone challenging my will?
Finding out whether the decedent left a will.	What do I do if my mother’s will looks invalid due to a number of discrepancies?
My father was supposed to have died without a will, but another relative has a copy of this will and nothing has been left to me.	How do the probate courts deal with a lost or missing will?
How does probate work if there is no will?

Personal Representative Resources

Who Is Responsible For Handling The Probate Process?	What Does A Personal Representative Do?
Do I Have To Serve As A Personal Representative If I Am Named To Do So In A Will?	What If A Personal Representative Does Not Perform Their Duties Properly?
Does The Personal Representative Get Paid?	What happens if the named executor of a will does not appear to be doing his job?

Inheritance Related Resources

Inheritance	Inheritance Law
Inheritance Tax	Do You Have To Pay Tax On An Inheritance?
Estate Taxes	Federal Inheritance Tax
Difference Between an Estate Tax and an Inheritance Tax	Inheritance FAQ

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* First Name
* Last Name
* Street Address
* City	* State	* ZIP
* Main Phone Number
Email Address
Name of Decedent
Relationship to Decedent
State of Decedent
County of Decedent
Date of Death (mm/dd/yyyy) / /
Cause of Death
Is there a Will? Yes No Unsure
If yes, who is the personal representative or executor?
What is approximate value of estate?
if property/assets owned outside of state, what state?
Please describe your probate needs

What is Probate?
2008-04-07 12:21:18
Probate is the legal process of settling a deceased person's estate, which includes paying creditors or debts, and distributing the assets of the deceased to the correct beneficiaries. It is a complic ... [read more]