Probate & Estate Administration

Settling the Affairs of a Loved One

Probate and estate administration does not have to be an intimidating and confusing process. When this process is handled by an experienced attorney, your family does not have to worry about what to do. Take the burden off settling the estate of a deceased family member at a reasonable cost by contacting the Law Office of Joseph A. Livesay, Sr., in Memphis, Tennessee.

What is probate?

Probate settles the estate of a deceased individual. This process generally takes anywhere between four to twelve months. Whether or not there was a will, probate is the process of settling the affairs of an estate before distributing property to the beneficiaries.

  • Probate with a Will: If a person dies with a will, probate serves to certify the validity of a will.
  • Probate without a Will: When a person dies without a will (intestate), the court must distribute the property of the will in accordance with statute.

Estate Administration

Our firm ensures that an estate is administered properly. Estate administration refers to the process of settling the estate of a deceased person. It is necessary when a person dies with or without a will.

Steps of estate administration include:

  • Conducting an inventory of all the estate property
  • Notifying any creditor of the estate
  • Paying off any estate debt
  • Notifying any beneficiary of the estate
  • Distributing the estate property in accordance of the will or statute

We also represent people during probate litigation. Common issues litigated around an estate include duress, fraud, undue influence, breach of fiduciary duty, and overreaching.

To speak to lawyer Joseph A. Livesay, Sr., about estate planning, probate, and estate administration, contact us to schedule a free initial consultation. We represent families throughout Tennessee, including those in Tipton County, Shelby County, and Fayette County.

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