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Probate Law

 

Probate, Estates, Guardianship, Conservatorship

The term "Probate" is most commonly understood as the
formal legal process that gives recognition to the decedent's
will. The Court approves the appointment of an executor who
will be responsible to administer the estate and distribute
assets to the intended beneficiaries. The Court oversees
this process as required under Ohio law.


Acting as an executor or estate representative can be one
of the most important tasks you undertake for your family
or friends. Good legal advice is necessary for you to understand
your responsibilities and follow the procedures required to
complete the estate in an efficient and cost effective manner
without unnecessary delays.

Probate does include other procedures that may involve your family,
such as:

Probate of an estate where there is no will (intestate).

Testamentary Trusts:
      serving as a trustee named in a will on a continuing
 basis during the term of the trust.

Guardianship of an incompetent person who needs protection
     due to incapacity.

Conservatorship of a competent person who has physical incapacity.

Sandra Watkins Cleaver and Sue A. Sokolowski have many years
of experience with the probate process and will provide timely and
cost effective services to meet your individual needs. In addition,
our compassionate and caring office staff is available to assist you
during the difficult time after a death when assets must be
identified, business affairs settled, debts paid, necessary tax
returns filed, and the assets ultimately distributed as directed
by the will or by law.

With the appropriate help and guidance of our office, you can
do a good job, and have the comfort of knowing that you have
served your loved ones well.

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