Las Vegas Probate Attorney

Probate is a legal proceeding in which the court has jurisdiction to administer and distribute the assets of a decedent to those entitled to them, including heirs, creditors and others. It can be a complex process, and the assistance of a hard-working, knowledgeable attorney will make the process much more endurable.

Depending on the value of the assets in the decedent's estate, probate may be handled on a more simplified basis. For instance, if the value of the assets is $20,000 or less, and there are no real property assets, a simple Affidavit of Small Estate may be used to close the probate matter. If the value of estate assets is between $20,000 and $100,000, a set-aside proceeding may be used.

For estates valued in excess of $100,000 but less than $200,000, a Summary Administration is the proceeding to be followed. Summary probate proceedings require a 60-day notice to creditors. For estates whose assets are greater than $200,000, a General Administration is required. Probate of such estates is more complex and requires significant time and expense. General Administration probate requires a 90-day notice to creditors.

Not all assets of a decedent's estate must go through probate, and Gary G. Branton, Esq., can assist you in determining which of the decedent's assets are exempt from the probate process. Assets such as insurance policies and annuities which name beneficiaries do not have to go through probate. Similarly, jointly-owned assets, such as bank accounts which transfer upon the death of one of the joint owners do not have to go through probate.

Assets which have been transferred into a living trust do not go through probate. Living trusts are valuable estate planning instruments for the protection of heirs and beneficiaries. The ability to avoid the time and expense of probate is one of the primary reasons people seek the assistance of Gary G. Branton, Esq., for their estate planning needs, including preparation of wills and trusts.

Gary G. Branton, Esq., of Branton Law Office, LLC, will help you navigate the probate process and personally assist you in the distribution of the decedent's estate assets to the heirs and beneficiaries entitled to them. You can rely on Gary G. Branton, Esq., to provide the professional expertise you want and need. Please call him at (702) 395-0320 to schedule an appointment. Your call will always be returned and your questions answered promptly.

Branton Law Office
312 S. Jones Blvd.
Las Vegas, NV 89107
Phone: 702-475-3534
Toll Free: 888-539-7560
Fax: 702-395-1871
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