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What is Connecticut Probate?
Probate is the process of carrying out the administration of an Estate in the Connecticut Probate Court. This happens when a named representative for the Estate (better known as the Fiduciary) carries out the following responsibilities:
- Timely and accurate filings with the Connecticut Probate Court;
- Closing bank accounts;
- Selling or transferring ownership of investment accounts & other property; and
- Making distributions to Estate beneficiaries.
This process is often exhaustive and emotional for those who’ve recently lost someone. Not only are you grieving the loss of a loved one, but now you are inundated with complicated legal and financial requirements that you are unfamiliar navigating.
Do I Need to Go Through the Probate Process?
When someone passes away, there are different types of Estates that can be opened with the Connecticut Probate Court. In most states, it is necessary to file some type of documentation with the Probate Court in order to properly transfer ownership of assets to the rightful heirs and beneficiaries. We can help you assess the particular circumstances and assets of your loved one’s Estate and determine which type of Probate matter must be opened with the Connecticut Probate Court.
Do I Need to Hire a Probate Attorney?
Parties involved in a Connecticut Probate proceeding are not required to have an attorney represent them. However, we understand that administering an Estate is not a familiar concept to many. Hiring a Connecticut Probate attorney allows you to shift the burden of your Fiduciary’s duty to the attorney. One of the greatest advantages of working with Wiley Etter Doyon, LLC is the full service we provide while assisting you through the Estate Administration process.
What is the Fee Associated with Hiring a Probate Attorney?
Our Firm offers free initial consultation meetings to anyone seeking advice about the Connecticut Probate process. This initial consultation serves as an opportunity for you and an Attorney from our team to meet with each other, discuss pertinent information about your loved one’s Estate and ensure that your needs are met. The information discussed during this consultation will help us provide you with a fee quote that is tailored to the work that must be performed for your specific circumstances.
Contact us for a complimentary consultation meeting with an Attorney at Wiley Etter Doyon, LLC, who will explain how we can guide you through the Probate process.