If you've recently lost a love one and are looking for guidance on where to being with the administration and probate of the estate, there are extremely important questions you want to ask before hiring an estate attorney to guide you through this process.
How much Estate Administration experience do they have?
There are hundreds of areas of legal practice and you want to ensure an attorney handling your loved one's estate has experience and knowledge specifically in estate administration. Similar to not wanting to hire a plumber to fix your car, you want to ensure the attorney handling the estate has the specific expertise in estate probate and administration.
What is their reputation?
Even an experienced estate administration attorney may not be the best fit for you if they are overbearing or difficult to work with. Like most areas of life, personalities come into play when making these kinds of decisions. Is the attorney compassionate? Is the attorney willing to take the time to answer all of your questions? Is the attorney able to explain the process to you plainly without using words or lingo that goes "over your head"? Look at online reviews and don't be afraid to ask for client referrals. Do your homework and make sure you feel comfortable with the individual you hire.
What are their fees? Are they reasonable?
Even once you've narrowed down your list of options, your decision usually comes down to costs. Find an attorney who is willing to look at the estate on a case by case basis and to set a flat fee based on the time and amount of work that they believe will be involved. Remember to always get your fee arrangement in writing.
Estate Planning & Administration Law Firm in Chambersburg, PA
Nicklas Law Office is locally owned and operated law firm helping clients navigate the estate planning and probate process with competency, compassion and care. If you find yourself in the situation of not knowing what to do after a loved one's passing, give us a call today at 717-251-2860 to schedule your free legal consultation today. You will be glad you did.
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