How does a will or trust affect probate law?
Upon your death, probate courts will automatically examine your estate to determine how assets should be distributed. In many cases, a surviving spouse will not have many legal issues to contend with. If you do not have a will that specifies the distribution of assets, however, your estate may be open to disputes. Attorney Michael Walzel is a lawyer who can help facilitate the distribution of assets upon your death. We will work closely with you and allow you to decide how to distribute your assets in a way that will not result in probate difficulties for your beneficiaries.
