Essex County Firm Launches New Probate Site

WEST ORANGE, N.J. - May 14, 2013 - PRLog -- The probate process begins shortly after an individual has passed away. If the deceased person, known as the decedent, left a will, then it probably named an executor to administer the estate. If the decedent did not leave a valid will, the Surrogate court will appoint someone to administer the estate in the state of New Jersey. The complexity and time frame of the probate will depend on the estate, and a West Orange probate lawyer can walk individuals through the process and help them understand their responsibilities and options.

Estate administration involves collecting and assessing the probate assets, as there are certain assets, such as life insurance policies with named beneficiaries, which do not go through the probate process. After the assets are assessed, they may need to be liquidated and used to pay debts and taxes. Once the decedent’s taxes and debts are paid, the remaining assets will be distributed as inheritance to beneficiaries and heirs. The Law Office of Alice Beirne provides knowledgeable and attentive representation for clients during probate, from determining probate property to managing the assets.

There are a variety of issues that can arise during the probate process that can lead to disputes. If the will distributes property in an unexpected way or selects an executor that shocks the decedent’s family members, they may wish to contest the will with suspicions of undue influence. If an executor or administrator is believed to have stolen assets, heirs of the estate may also file claims for abuses of fiduciary duty. The firm represents executors, administers, trustees, heirs and beneficiaries in all types of estate litigation.

The probate process is different in almost every state, which can make it difficult to find relevant information. In order to help New Jersey residents learn more about their options, The Law Office of Alice Beirne has partnered with Probate.com to create a new website with the assistance of Scorpion Design, a leading marketing company. The website includes a variety of helpful information about probate law in the state, so that readers can find the information they need.

If you are currently serving as an administrator or executor, you could benefit tremendously from the assistance of an Essex County probate attorney you can trust. Attorney Alice Beirne is AV® rated by Martindale-Hubbell® due to her legal knowledge, analytical capabilities, judgment, communication ability, legal experience and ethics. Additionally, she has been included in New Jersey Super Lawyers®, an honor bestowed upon less than 5% of attorneys in the state, and she is certified by the New Jersey Supreme Court as a civil trial attorney.

Are you facing a difficult probate process or estate litigation? The Law Office of Alice Beirne can fight for your best interests through arbitration, mediation or litigation. With more than 28 years of experience, Attorney Beirne is prepared to effectively handle your probate matters. Call the firm today or visit the website at www.essexcountyprobatelawyer.com for more information!