The Ohio Probate Process Made Simple
If you have never been through the probate process before or have heard stories of probate nightmares from people you know, it may seem like a daunting and complicated task. In truth, it takes about six months to complete the probate process for most estates.
At the Law Office of Michael Cretella, LLC, we answer questions about the probate process and manage it efficiently for people throughout northeast Ohio. Our services include:
- Validating the decedent's will
- Conducting a comprehensive inventory of the estate's assets and having those assets appraised
- Filing the appropriate notices to legitimate creditors
- Paying off debts to legitimate creditors
- Preparing and filing the estate tax return
- Distributing the remainder of the estate's assets in accordance with the decedent's will or Ohio's intestacy laws
For a free consultation — call our lawyer in Medina at 330.591.4963, toll free at 866.679.6625, or contact us online.
If the estate you're concerned with involves minimal assets or debts, it may be possible to have it "Released From Administration" — a process that can greatly reduce the amount of time and money the normal probate process can take.
Probate Disputes
In addition to managing the probate process, our firm also handles a variety of probate-related disputes. These cases may involve disputes you've heard of such as a will contest or battles over the control of a trust — and some you may not have such as a dispute involving the concealment of assets or the elective share of the spouse.
In any case, if you have been accused of misconduct in your duties as a trustee or executor, or if you have concerns about the inheritance you or others have received — our firm can provide the experienced representation required to protect your rights and interests.
We Do Not Charge for Initial Consultations
Local: 330.591.4963 / Toll Free: 866.679.6625
To arrange for a free consultation with attorney Michael Cretella — call our Medina, Ohio, law offices directly at either of the numbers listed above or, complete the brief e-mail form provided on the Contact Us page of this Web site.
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