Probate
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Losing someone can leave you with grief, paperwork, and questions about what happens next. Start with what you know. We can help you understand whether probate is needed and discuss legal guidance for carrying out the estate.
Talk about probateUnderstand the path ahead
Probate is a legal process for handling an estate after death, including addressing debts and transferring property. Whether court proceedings are needed depends on the property, how it is held, and applicable law. A will does not answer every question.
Your first steps
Start with what you have
Gather the key records
Bring any will or trust, a death certificate if available, and an outline of known property and debts. You do not need a complete inventory to start a conversation.
Clarify your role
Tell us your relationship to the person who died and whether someone has been appointed to handle the estate. We review who has authority and who needs legal guidance.
Identify the work ahead
Discuss court proceedings, notices, records, and distributions that may apply. The estate's circumstances and jurisdiction shape the next steps.
Know the scope and fees
Probate and estate administration have a separate engagement from creating an estate plan. We confirm who we represent, applicable law, conflicts, services, and fees in writing before work begins. Court disputes and an individual fiduciary appointment require their own agreed scope.
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Carry out their wishes
Trust administration
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Your own estate plan
Explore estate planningPut your wishes for property and care in writing for the people who matter to you.
Learn about probate
Nevada courts explain probate basics and the different paths for administering an estate.
General information. Your circumstances and applicable law determine the advice you need.