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Massachusetts Probate

Probate is the actual process by which legal title of property is transferred from the decedent’s estate to his/her beneficiaries. In essence, probate proceedings may occur if a person dies with a Will and probate proceedings may occur if a person dies without a Will.

Essentially, there are two types of probate administration in Massachusetts:

• The first type of probate administration involves a probate estate where there is a Will. In this case a person’s probate assets will pass according to the directions set forth in the will. • The second type of probate administration is for people who die without drafting wills. This form of estate administration is called “in testate”. In this case, a person’s probate estate will be distributed according to state statute. This means the state decides the parties who receive a distribution of your estate. In some in testate cases the state itself will receive some or all of your estate.

In both cases the probate court in Massachusetts oversees the distribution process. As a first priority, an experienced probate lawyer in Massachusetts, Attorney Adam J. Tobin, will officially secure your executor appointment with the court. Next he will assist you with the following:

• Analyze your current personal probate situation and/or obligations; • Help you inventory all property of the decedent; • Determine the heirs-at-law and next of kin of the decedent; • Prepare estate and income tax returns for you; • Pay the expenses of estate administration; • Distribute the assets to the proper person’s; • File all required pleadings and motions to begin and complete the Probate process. For more in-depth information and to learn how Adam Tobin can help you visit www.adamtobinlaw.com or contact Adam Tobin Law for a free consultation at 978-725-9083, or atobin@adamtobinlaw.com.

About the Author

Adam J. Tobin is a member of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys and the Massachusetts Chapter of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys. Mr. Tobin is an experienced elder law attorney who specializes in Estate Planning, Elder Law, and Probate Administration. As an experienced elder lawyer , he is frequently requested to give speeches for various senior groups regarding elder law issues.

Massachusetts Probate by Adam J. Tobin