Category: Probate

Probate is a legal process where an individual gets appointed (usually a spouse or family member) and gets given the power to identify ad gather a decedent's assets, pay any taxes or debts owed by the deceased, and transfer remaining assets to those that will inherit them. This is all based on the decedent's existing will, or according to Massachusetts law if there's no will.

The process of transferring assets from a decedent's estate to their beneficiaries and heirs is known as probate.

You have probably heard from friends or family about probate and that you should try to avoid it at all costs. What makes probate so bad, and is it essential to avoid it? What is Probate? Probate is the court process of resolving an estate upon someone’s death. When someone dies, they usually leave behind … Continued

If you are wondering about the process of probate in Massachusetts, it is likely because a loved one has recently passed away and you need to know the next steps for managing this person’s property. Probate is the court observed legal process that occurs after the death of an individual. It allows a close family … Continued