Estate Administration & Probate
Losing a loved one is difficult. Taking care of their estate shouldn’t be.
When someone passes away, the people they leave behind are asked to handle legal and financial matters at one of the hardest moments of their lives.
At Lewis Kannegieter Law, Ltd. we’re here to take that burden off your shoulders – guiding you through the process with compassion, clarity, and practical support every step of the way.
What Is Probate?
Probate is the legal process of wrapping up a person’s affairs after they pass away – paying debts, transferring assets, and distributing property to the people who inherit it. Not every estate requires formal probate court proceedings. Some smaller estates can be transferred through a simplified process without court involvement. We’ll help you determine which process applies to your situation and guide you through it efficiently – whether that means a straightforward small estate transfer or a full probate administration.
Our Estate Administration Services
If you’ve been named as a Personal Representative (sometimes called an executor) you’ve been trusted with an important responsibility. It can also be an overwhelming one, especially while you’re grieving. At Lewis Kannegieter Law, Ltd. we work directly with Personal Representatives throughout the entire administration process, including:
- Determining whether formal probate is required
- Filing the necessary court documents and meeting deadlines
- Identifying and inventorying estate assets
- Addressing creditor claims and outstanding debts
- Distributing assets to beneficiaries
- Closing the estate properly
We handle the legal complexity so you can focus on your family.
Tools to Keep You on Track
Estate administration involves a lot of moving parts – deadlines, court forms, asset tracking, and ongoing communication with beneficiaries. We use a comprehensive probate administration system to keep every detail organized and make sure nothing falls through the cracks. Our goal is to make the process as smooth and transparent as possible for the families we serve.
How We Can Help
At Lewis Kannegieter Law, Ltd. we understand that handling a loved one’s estate is one of the last things you want to think about while you’re grieving. We are here to shoulder the legal burden so you can focus on your family. Whether you’re just beginning to sort out a loved one’s affairs or have been named as Personal Representative and aren’t sure where to start, we’ll guide you through every step of the process with compassion and clarity. Reach out today to learn more about how we can help.
9 Steps to Handling Your Loved One’s Estate
Not sure where to begin? This free e-book walks you through the nine key steps involved in handling a loved one’s estate – from the immediate tasks after a death to the final closing of the estate. A practical, plain-language guide for anyone who has been asked to take on this responsibility.