Navigating Washington Probate
At Cornerstone Legal, we recognize that navigating probate can be a challenging and emotional journey. As a loved one, friend, or business partner, you may be feeling overwhelmed. Our team is here to clarify the process and the stress that comes with these responsibilities. We are committed to ensuring that your loved one’s wishes are honored and executed with care and precision.
Our role in the probate process is to act on behalf of our specific client, who can range from the estate of the decedent, specific beneficiaries of the estate, or even creditors seeking payment on overdue invoices.
Steps to Probate Administration
Probate Related Assistance
We help a broad range of clients through the probate process. Death touches us all, and we believe that no one should be left wondering and worrying about what to do, or where to turn, when this eventuality ocurrs.
Creditor Initiated
A client's unexpected passing introduces unavoidable complexities, including the challenge of settling pending invoices when the estate is in legal limbo. We understand you need to maintain your business's financial continuity. We can help you navigate this sensitive situation and help ensure your claim is officially secured against the estate, respectfully protecting your bottom line.
Wrongful Death Probate
You've seen firsthand how probate derails financial closure after an unexpected death. When the person at fault in an accident dies, your injury claim persists, but the process is instantly complex. We take the lead, quickly initiating the necessary legal action (probate) against the deceased's estate. Our goal is clarity and efficiency, ensuring your personal injury claim is formally recognized and filed so you can secure the compensation you deserve.
Unclaimed & Abandoned Property
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Have you seen the chaos when a neighbor or friend passes and there's no estate plan or heirs to guide the future of their home? That property can rapidly become a liability. To prevent the house from being swallowed by foreclosure or excessive decay, you need more than just a realtor. We are one of the few local firms that is legally informed and locally connected enough to actively initiate the transfer, manage the legal sale, and unlock the value of these properties. Let us guide you through the process, eliminate the need for repairs, and ensure the house sells for the best possible price. We manage the entire legal and real estate transaction.
Quick Access Downloadable Probate Forms
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Small Estate Affidavit
if the estate you're managing is small, you may be able to use a simplified probate process. We offer free, downloadable Small Estate Affidavit forms for both Washington and Montana. These forms can help you bypass the full probate court process, making it easier to transfer a decedent's assets efficiently and legally.
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Probate Checklist
Stay on track while managing a loved one's estate. Our free, downloadable checklist simplifies the probate process, informing you of the essential steps to fulfill your duties as a personal representative. From gathering documents to settling debts and distributing assets, this resource provides a clear overview so you can navigate this complex process with confidence.
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Estate Inventory Template
We understand that keeping track of all the assets and debts of an estate can be overwhelming. To help you stay organized, we've created a free, downloadable Estate Inventory Spreadsheet. This tool allows you to accurately document all of the deceased's financial information, from bank accounts and real estate to personal belongings and outstanding debts.
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Manage with Confidence
Administering a probate can be a complex process, but we're here help. Access our comprehensive probate checklist, designed to provide a framework of the necessary tasks that will need completed and recorded. This resource will ensure you stay organized and informed as you navigate the probate journey. Don't hesitate to reach out should you need further assistance!