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The Significance of LA Probate Law and Estate Planning

June 20, 2015Article

The Significance of LA Probate Law and Estate Planning

 

When it comes to probate law, it is the responsibility of every individual to think about the application of such laws particularly because of the sentiments and emotions that are prominent after the demise of the head of a family. In fact, handling the legal matters become extremely tough under such circumstances although managing the probate process is almost compulsory; not only does it imply that you need to check LA probate law with the assistance of a lawyer or a legal firm specializing in this field. A majority of people are apprehensive about hiring lawyers for the probate process primarily because of the expenses that are involved in the same and particularly because the process is usually long and demoralizing. However, the involvement of a lawyer can change the entire process to a great extent or make it convenient for the people who are left behind after the demise of their loved one. While a lawyer will also demand money for the probate process, it is possible to make the entire process more cost-effective in the long run. In short, the probate process might not be an easy one, but the lawyer will always try to create a shield around the people, who have hired them for handling this process.


Estate planning is in itself a complicated procedure as proper utilization of funds is required to be done and very few people are able to carry out this work in an efficient manner. Although, a properly written Will is known to lessen the problems for the people who are left behind after the death of the person who has created the Will, objections may arise from any front, In order to tackle these hurdles, hiring a lawyer is important and it is also necessary to acquire information about LA probate law so that the execution of the Will becomes easy. Ideally, a will undergoes the process of probate in the same state where the testator of the same has expired. In the absence of a proper Will, the state takes the responsibility of naming the beneficiary, which is the last thing that a family may desire particularly in the presence of minor children. Although, there is much hearsay about the process of probate, there are many people who are yet to understand the meaning and subsequently the significance of the same. Through the process of probate, the Will of a testator is opened publicly in the court of law in order to name the people or a group of people, who have been named by the deceased persons for managing the assets and finances that have been left behind after their demise.

While the process seems to be simple apparently, it is not free of complications because of several opinions that may spruce up the entire process and make it a challenging one for the actual people who are responsible for managing the assets of the deceased person.  For instance, the testator might have left a huge debt or have been through a divorce. Under such circumstances, the creditors are going o haunt the people who have been left behind. Additionally, if the deceased person had a second marriage after divorce, the children that were born out of that wedlock will have a claim on that property. It is almost impossible to manage all these issues for the families of both sides until a lawyer is hired for this purpose, who has sufficient knowledge about LA probate law. It is more likely that in the above situation the matter is usually not closed before a major battle is waged between both sides.

As far as LA probate law is concerned, there are certain situations under which a probate process becomes mandatory. For instance, if the Will is not considered valid because of the mental or physical conditions of the testator or he/she has been influenced or forced to write the Will under pressure. Furthermore, probate is also required if the assets or the finances belonged to a sole owner or no beneficiaries are named by the deceased person. In fact, not only does the execution of the Will become difficult in such situations, the probate process is turns into unending complications. If one or all of the situations apply in your case, you cannot escape an appearance in the probate court. Legal advice is almost inevitable for matters related to probate largely because of unawareness to a certain extent and the complicated nature of this procedure. This is another reason for which legal assistance is the only solution for handling probate issues.

On the whole, the execution of a Will and issues regarding probate remain two of the most complicated procedures that appear as confusing and challenging before a majority of families. However, legal help is sought not only by testators, but the executors, as well because without legal knowledge and guidance of a competent lawyer the executors are unable to dig out the complications that are often associated with a Will. On the other hand, it is equally important to remain careful before hiring a lawyer as there might be more troubling issues if the legal firm is not competent enough to handle these issues or the toughness that is projected by them. Online help may be sought for handling this issue in a comfortable and effective manner so that the last wishes of the testator can be executed in a convenient manner by following LA probate law and its clauses.

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A graduate of Boston University School of Law, Scott P. Schomer is a frequent lecturer on estate planning and elder law issues, having discussed these important issues on local and national television. A seasoned courtroom advocate, Scott has obtained combined judgments and verdicts in excess of twenty-five million dollars for his clients. Scott has served as a member of the Los Angeles Superior Court Probate Volunteer Panel (PVP Attorney), Probate Settlement Panel and a Judge Pro Tempore. Scott's expertise has been recognized by his peers with such accolades as a life-time membership in the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum, the Five Star Wealth Manager designation, and repeated nominations as California Super Lawyer.
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