Probate Document Preparation

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Probate Document Preparation

Document Preparation

What Is Probate?

Probate is the legal process whereby a will is “proved” in a court and accepted as a valid public document that is the true last testament of the deceased. We handle an uncontested probate process. Our Probate Services Include:

Publish hearing date in newspaper.
Write letters to the decedent's creditors and various government agencies.
Contact all heirs and beneficiaries and send required notices.
Communicate with the probate referee on your behalf.
Take care of any waivers.
Help with estate accounting.
Help with asset distribution.
Help with the closing of probate.

Probate Alternatives

Simplified Probate in Nevada Small Estate Threshold Has Increased Effective January 1, 2020

Small Nevada estates with assets worth $166,250 or less may be settled without formal probate proceedings, using relatively simple transfer procedures. This summary form of probate (Summary Probate) is available regardless of whether the assets are real property or personal property as long as the following are true:

No administration proceedings are pending or have been conducted for the decedent’s estate or, if they have, the personal representative has consented in writing to the summary probate procedure.
The gross value of all real and personal property owed by the decedent in Nevada on the date of death is no more than $166,250. (This figure is the value of the property, not counting any money owed on the property.)

Probate Checklist

Confused about the probate process? Our checklist will help you understand the responsibilities for filing probates.

Checklist for Filing Probate in Nevada

1. File the will with the court within 30 days of death

If you’re named in the will, the court will confirm your identity and issue documents authorizing you as a personal representative of the decedent.

2. Initiate the probate petition

If the deceased’s property must pass through full probate, the real first step is filing a petition for probate. This form is provided by Nevada courts and filed in the county where the deceased died or owned real property. Keep in mind, the court may require additional forms depending on the particular situation.

3. Set a hearing date

After you file the petition, the court clerk will set a hearing date for the case. Then, someone will need to send notice of the hearing to all possible beneficiaries of the estate. Any adult not a party to the case can send this notice.

4. Gather assets and file an inventory and appraisal form

Notify the creditors by sending them the notice of administration to creditors form before paying any outstanding debts. Once this step is complete, the probate court will determine who receives the remaining property.

5. Distribute the assets

6. Confirm any sales of real estate and file taxes

If you sell any real estate, you must file a report of sale and petition for order confirming sale of real property with the court. Additionally, you must prepare and file an estate tax return if the estate earned any income. Then, you should prepare a final income tax return for the deceased.

7. File a final plan and accounting

After filing taxes, you must file a final plan and accounting with the court. This plan will lay out how you handled the estate as a representative. If the court is satisfied that you correctly carried out your duties, they will release you from all obligations.

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If you have any questions regarding the probate process, reach out to us. We’d love to answer any questions you have, and help clarify things for you.

What Our Clients Say

Our clients love us! We provide an amazing end-to-end client experience and we know you’ll love our professionalism, responsiveness, and attention to detail. Don’t take our word for it, read what others have to say.

"My concern was if it would be done in a timely manner, and it was, they were great. Wolfstein and Associates was on point and had it taken care of in front of you asap. The result was a very fair amount charged for the work done and it was done professionally. Wolfstein and Associates are very nice and understanding and professional and makes you feel comfortable."

" I found that there were many forms we could fill out on our own and it was so nice that I was able to ask for services for just a part of the process. I liked how available, flexible and professional they were during the process. I would definitely recommend Wolfstein & Associates to a friend. Thank you for your patience and for making this process an affordable one."

"Wolfstein and Associates got back to me right away after I left a message. They was really polite and made me feel that they cared. I felt very confident after I talked to Wolfstein and Associates when they returned my phone call. The preparation of the document went smoothly, no stress. Wolfstein and Associates are very knowledgeable and helpful. It was easy making an appointment at a convenient time, and prices were competitive. We got great customer service and great work.”

"Wolfstein and the associates gives excellent customer service, are kind and very knowledgeable. She clearly explained the process and detailed the costs; the rates are quite reasonable."

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