Reliable Since moving to Seattle in 1995, I consider myself a Seattle native. Seattle Preparatory High School, Seattle University, and Seattle University's Communication Studies major and Public Relations minor were my first two years of college. My parents are both college Chemistry Professors. Their passion and dedication to their work with Nicaraguan Coffee Farmers inspired me and helped shape my life. I learned to appreciate culture and help those who are underrepresented. My law practice focuses on estate planning and probate. I am an experienced lawyer but know that the law can be scary and complicated. That is why I take the time to walk you through the process, ensuring that you understand your rights and options. My focus is on putting your family first. Probate Services I take care of the legal aspects of probate so you can focus on family and healing. I take care of everything from the appointment of the personal representative at court to the publication of notices to creditors, negotiating Estate debt, or eliminating it. I make sure to do everything that is legally required of a typical probate. I am committed to making this as painless as possible for you so you can focus on your family. My objective is to lead you through this difficult time in a clear, cost-effective, and efficient way. During the probate process, it will be necessary to prove that you are related to the deceased and inherit the property. This can be done through filing a Petition for Probate with the local court in which the decedents lived. Probate is not typically required for assets that have a named beneficiary, such as life insurance or retirement accounts. Probate Timeline Average probate is completed in six months. Some can last a year. Six months from the date of death for decedents who died after January 1, 2010, and inherited. Decedents who died before January 1, 2010 petitioned the court to take action often have cases that last longer, as the amount of time is not standardized. Probate usually lasts 6-12 months, sometimes more in complex estates. Six months is short compared to complex cases that can last over a year. Personal Representative/Administrator The Personal Representative, or Administrator is expected to manage a significant part of the work of probate. This work includes gathering assets and dispersing them to the decedent's heirs. I will guide you and be there to support you through the process. I will explain what you are required to do in this role, eliminate any confusion, and ensure that you make the right decisions.
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