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Simplifying Probate.
Supporting Families.

Our mission is to lift the burden of probate so clients can grieve, heal, and feel truly supported every step of the way.

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30+ years experience

We focus solely on Nevada probate, mastering state-specific procedures, courts and effective strategies.

Client-Centered Approach

One of our founders personally navigated probate after losing a parent, giving us deep empathy and drive to ease the process.

Streamlined Process

We’ve streamlined probate to reduce delays and help clients quickly access their loved ones’ assets.

Nevada Probate Lawyer

Trusted Probate Guidance Throughout Nevada

Based out of Las Vegas, we assist individuals and families in resolving estate matters efficiently and effectively, whether a loved one has passed with or without a will. Our firm focuses exclusively on probate law, which allows us to deliver experienced legal representation tailored to your situation. We pride ourselves on offering responsive service, clear communication, and reliable guidance at every stage of the process.

At Simplifying Probate, we handle these matters with the goal of reducing your burden and moving the estate toward timely resolution. Our team identifies the most appropriate probate pathway for your case, whether that involves general probate, summary administration, or special administration, and manages all court filings, notices, and required documentation on your behalf.

Our approach emphasizes efficiency, accuracy, and transparency. We keep you informed, minimize complications, and work to resolve matters as quickly as the law allows. With us, your case is handled professionally from start to finish.

Contact us today to schedule a free consultation with one of our Las Vegas probate attorneys and learn more about how we can assist you.

“We believe probate support should be efficient, transparent, and compassionate. We treat every client like family-because we’ve been there too.”

Attorney Stuart Taylor

Why Choose Us at Simplifying Probate?

We have firsthand experience with how overwhelming probate can be, because we’ve been through it ourselves. That experience drives our commitment to guiding clients through the process with clarity, efficiency, and compassion.

  • Streamlined probate process – we’ve developed an efficient system that simplifies probate, reduces delays, and helps clients access their loved one’s assets as quickly as possible.
  • Client-centered approach – Our personal connection to probate drives us to provide compassionate, attentive service that supports your family during a difficult time.
  • Exclusive Nevada focus – We practice probate law exclusively in Nevada and bring deep knowledge of the state’s court systems, statutes, and administrative requirements.

Practice Areas

At Simplifying Probate, we guide families through every stage of the probate and estate administration process with clarity and compassion.
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For us, probate isn’t just a legal process—it’s a deeply personal commitment to guiding families.

A Streamlined Legal Process Designed For You. Probate is a legal process that requires precision, deadlines, and court oversight.

  • At Simplifying Probate, we exclusively handle probate matters, giving our team the depth of knowledge and experience required to manage even the most complex estates. We assist clients with a full range of issues, including:

    • Probate – We guide executors, administrators, and families through Nevada’s court-supervised process for settling an estate
    • Set aside of estates – We help eligible heirs avoid formal probate by petitioning the court to transfer assets from small estates
    • Probate and trust litigation – We represent clients in disputes involving estate administration, beneficiary rights, and fiduciary duties
    • Affidavits of Entitlement – We assist surviving spouses and family members in using affidavits to claim small assets without probate
    • Trust Administration – We support trustees in managing and distributing trust assets according to the terms of the trust and state law
    • Will and trust contests – We handle legal challenges to the validity of wills and trusts based on undue influence, fraud, or lack of capacity

    We are well-versed in the Nevada probate code and committed to helping clients protect their loved ones’ wishes while ensuring the estate is properly administered under the law.

Contact Simplifying Probate Today. If you are facing a probate matter in Nevada, working with experienced legal counsel can make all the difference.

  • At Simplifying Probate, we provide dependable legal support backed by years of probate-specific experience. We are here to answer your questions, explain your options, and move your case forward.

    Contact us today to speak with a probate attorney and take the first step toward resolving your estate matter with confidence.  We offer free consultations to our clients.

“Stuart Taylor was awesome to work with”

He is super knowledgeable and sharp. He really cares about his clients and seeks out the best outcome for them. I highly recommend him for all of your Probate and Estate planning needs.

Justin BradyGoogle Review

“Zack is honest, hard working, and has so much integrity”

I’d 100%recommend working with Simplifying Probate! Zack is honest, hard working, and he has so much integrity. He is empathetic and professional, and he will treat you with the utmost respect. I would recommend this firm to any friend or family member.

Megan ZittingGoogle Review

“Willing to go out of their way to provide a great experience”

My experience working with and knowing the people involved with Simplifying Probate is as good as you can ask for. I know them to be reliable, helpful, friendly, and willing to go out of their way to provide a great experience.

Davis IrwinGoogle Review

“Respectful, honest and very easy to work”

100% recommended. I have had my fair share of working with a handful of Attorneys. I would say Stuart and the team around him will make sure you are taken care of. The guidance given is honest, and it shows in his character. If you want a Probate Attorney who cares for you and is willing to listen, you have found your guy. He is respectful, honest, and very easy to work.

Cameron GentryGoogle Review

“Provides high-quality work”

Stuart is one of the best attorneys with whom I’ve worked. He provides high-quality work, exceptional professionalism, and you can always trust him to put your interests first!

Andrew McculloughGoogle Review

“Honest, genuine, sharp, disciplined, hard-working”

I’ve known Zack for a long time. He is a top-tier individual. One of the most honest, genuine, sharp, disciplined, hard-working people that I know. I have absolutely no reservations in recommending that anyone seek his services or engage in business with him.

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