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I was named executor of my mother’s will, will I need a lawyer to probate her estate? How much does a probate lawyer cost?
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During the last few years, most states have simplified their probate laws to make it easier to probate estates. In cases where there are few assets or debts, probate can be accomplished by filing out a few forms. The question of whether or not you will need a probate lawyer will depend on the size of your mother’s estate, the type of property in the estate and the location of the property. It will also depend upon how comfortable you feel with handling the paperwork associated with the estate. You can lower the cost of the probate lawyer by doing as much of the paper work yourself. Use the probate lawyer to review what you have completed and for filing any documents that require legal expertise. The probate lawyer if you should choose to use one is an expense of the estate. Any fees associated with his work should be deducted from the estate.
Contact an attorney experienced in estate and probate matters to find out what the procedures are in your jurisdiction.
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Posted by Edith Hull on 03 Mar 2010