Estate Planning / Probate Attorney for Akron Ohio and Surrounding Communities

Probate is a court-supervised process for identifying and gathering a decedent’s assets, paying claims and expenses, and distributing assets to beneficiaries. This is true whether or not the decedent died with or without a will. In ideal circumstances, the deceased has defined their wishes via comprehensive estate planning tools such as Wills and Trusts – making probate a relatively smooth and efficient process. Through careful preparation, tax implications can also been addressed so that intended beneficiaries receive the largest benefit possible from your estate. It is also possible to craft an effective estate plan wherein assets can pass to chosen beneficiaries without the need of probate court intervention. It is therefore beneficial to seek the assistance of an experienced attorney to prepare documents that will guarantee your particular wishes and goals are met, and to guide the family through the probate process if necessary.