Category: Contested Estates Lawyer

How Contested Estates Can Delay Probate
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Posted January 08, 2024

Probate is an essential legal process that comes into play after an individual’s death, dealing primarily with the distribution of their assets according to their will or state law if no will exists. The core purpose of probate is to ensure that the deceased person’s debts are paid, and their assets are distributed to the […]

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Reopening a Closed Estate
Contested Estates Attorney
Posted August 20, 2018

What Happens If An Estate Is Not Closed In A Timely Manner? In Illinois, If an estate is not properly probated and closed in a short period of time, there are a number of possible consequences that could jeopardize the estate. For starters, the statute of limitations for creditors’ claims is extended, giving them more […]

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