Illinois Probate Law Lawyer
Even when a trust is in place, the complete administration of an estate most often includes going through the probate process. An executor or an administrator of an estate has the legal duty to ensure that probate is handled properly and in a timely manner to prevent future lawsuits from creditors or alleged and unknown heirs.
Our Law Firm Guides Executors in the Fulfillment of Fiduciary Duties
At the estate and probate law offices of Sokol & Mazian, we guide and advise executors in the fulfillment of their fiduciary duties regarding an estate. Our years of experience handling probate cases mean that we are prepared to assist in a smooth probate process to eliminate or reduce the involvement of heirs, beneficiaries, the executor and the decedent whose wishes are carried out by administration of the will.
We Help Executors Search for Potential Heirs and Notify Creditors
Part of the probate process includes conducting a search for heirs and notifying any potentially interested parties. This process may include publication of notices and interviews of people who might have contact information for any known heirs.
Are you seeking to "Avoid probate?" Admittedly, probate can be a relatively expensive process but it's also the most orderly, safest way of collecting and distributing assets and carrying out the wishes of someone who has died.
Did your family member in Illinois pass away? Are you in need of a reliable attorney to handle probate in Illinois courts? You can rely on the experience and trustworthiness of the lawyers at Sokol & Mazian for representation in Cook County and in Will County. References are provided upon request. Contact the law firm by phone or e-mail.
