Legal Advice on Estate Administration
Proper administration of an estate is critical to the goal of passing the assets of an estate to the beneficiaries. Estate taxes, court fees, and other costs can result in notable losses of value. An experienced estate planning attorney can assist in the process of managing the estate and help to ensure that expenditures are minimized. Most individuals require help from an attorney to ensure that the estate's assets are distributed as the owner of the estate intended.
Are you preparing your assets to be passed on to your family and loved ones? Let Gordon H. Coffman Attorney at Law guide you toward establishing an administration that will take care of your estate according to your wishes. Call (239) 481-6400 to schedule a consultation.
What Our Law Office Can Do for You and Your Estate
Ensuring that the estate administration process is smooth and efficient requires planning. Depending on your situation, certain steps must be taken to preserve your estate for your beneficiaries and distribute your assets correctly. Without an attorney working on your behalf, your estate could decrease in value during the process and there could be delays that you can help to avoid. Our office assists with issues related to:
- Estate Taxes
- Designation and Notification of Beneficiaries
- Title Transfers
- Distribution of Assets
- Probate Litigation
- Contested Wills
- Repayment to Creditors
How Much Does Estate Administration Cost?
The cost of legal help during the estate administration process will vary from one situation to another. Call our office at
(239) 481-6400 to schedule a meeting with an estate attorney in Fort Myers, FL, and receive personalized attention to your legal needs. Following are some general questions that may impact the cost of estate administration:
- Where did the decedent die?
- Is there a will?
- Are there minor beneficiaries?
- Is a trust involved?
- Are there beneficiaries beyond a spouse and children?
- Is there any disagreement among beneficiaries?