Probate is the process of resolving an individual’s estate after their death. This process has specific legal requirements that can be confusing or overwhelming for many, especially after losing their loved one. This is where a Mesquite probate lawyer from Simplifying Probate can step in and provide compassionate representation and counsel to guide you through the process. Contact us to get started working with us today.
Why Choose Us at Simplifying Probate?
- Simplifying Probate uses innovative systems to simplify the process and execute your loved one’s estate in a timely manner.
- When you hire us, you have an experienced team behind you who understands the legal requirements, how to communicate with the court, and navigate challenges that may arise.
- Our team goes above and beyond for our clients and provides you with the service you deserve, and protects the decedent’s wishes and your interests.
How an Estate is Settled in Mesquite, Nevada
Upon an individual’s death, the validity of their will must be verified by the court before it can be executed. The will must be presented to the county court clerk within 30 days to begin probate and administration. In most cases, an inventory of debts, assets, and property must be catalogued so creditors can be paid and beneficiaries can inherit the remainder of the estate. The estate’s executor and/or lawyer are often responsible for this process while the court provides oversight, review, and approval.
An estate’s value dictates how it is resolved. Estates valued at less than $25,000 can be settled with an Affidavit of Entitlement to release the property. However, probate must proceed like normal for estates worth more than $25,000. Large estates valued between $100,000 and $300,000 are resolved through summary administration to streamline the process. Special administration is reserved for circumstances requiring unique considerations.
Probate generally takes 10-12 months to resolve. This timeframe may be extended if the will is contested, the estate is complex, or the decedent died without a will. Your lawyer can help you estimate the timeline and prepare you for what to expect throughout the process.
Nevada’s Intestacy Laws
More than 50% of Americans do not have a will. This means that when an individual dies, their estate is settled by the court rather than a will. To divide assets fairly, the court will prioritize disbursements by the hierarchy of the decedent’s familial relationships per Nevada’s intestate laws.
Property and assets will go to a decedent’s surviving spouse and child first. If the decedent was unmarried and childless, then the estate transfers to the parents next. Siblings are next in line if there are no surviving parents, and extended family may receive the estate if no siblings are present. An estate reverts to the state of Nevada when there are no surviving members to claim assets.
Contact our Mesquite Probate Lawyers Today
Simplifying Probate understands the confusion and stress of probate. Our team works diligently to simplify the process and settle the estate. We are prepared to secure the most favorable outcome regardless of the circumstances. Contact us today at (702) 800-8354 to schedule a free consultation and learn more about how we can serve you.