If you are the executor of an estate, you face substantial legal and financial responsibilities. You must open the estate, collect and inventory assets, collect debts owed to the estate, distribute assets to the beneficiaries, and close the estate. Any mistake in performing any of these steps may not only delay the probate procedure, but also could cause legal problems for you. If you are an executor, contact an attorney experienced in probate and estate administration to help you navigate the probate process.
When a loved one passes away, there are many things that need to be taken care of. Travis L. Sydow, Attorney at Law, in Eugene, Oregon, is a great resource for executors, administrators and family members who need help navigating the probate and estate administration process.
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Probate and Estate Administration Resource Links
Uniform Probate Code Locator
Maintained by Cornell University Law School, this site identifies the states that have adopted, at least in part, the Uniform Probate Code. Links are also provided to each state's version of the code.
Executors
This page is maintained by the H.E.L.P. organization, and provides an overview of the executor's, personal representatives', and trustee's estate administration responsibilities.
SmartMoney® Estate Planning
Provides information to consumers on the process of gathering information and documentation for estate planning.
AARP® Estate Planning Page
This resource, provided by AARP®, includes articles discussing a variety of estate planning matters.
Estate Tax Calculator
An online estate tax calculator.
Probate Overview
A brief summary of probate law.
Probate - State Statutes
Links to state-specific probate laws.
Estate Planning: An Overview
A general overview of estate planning.
Estate and Gift Tax: An Overview
An overview of estate and gift taxes.
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