Compassionate Support from Our Richmond & Williamsburg Probate Attorneys
The death of a loved one can be a difficult, complex, and emotional time, and few surviving family members want to deal with the resulting legal issues more than is necessary. However, these situations will quite likely arise. One of the most common processes that may come up is known as estate administration. Estate administration is an attorney-managed process which allows certain assets of the deceased to be both managed and distributed to intended beneficiaries.
Certain assets may be excluded from the estate administration process. In addition to this, disputes among heirs may arise where the assistance of a Virginia estate planning attorney who is well-versed in the laws and can offer compassionate legal guidance during the grieving process is needed.
Contact our firm now at (888) 487-9899 and schedule your initial consultation in Williamsburg or Richmond. We also have satellite offices in Virginia Beach, Stafford, Manassas, or Fredericksburg.
Time & Costs Associated with the Estate Administration Process
Estate administration can bring about a variety of unique challenges and is different for every situation. Each client is unique, and every family is different.
The costs and duration of the process can vary significantly depending on a number of factors, including:
The value and complexity of the estate
Court and attorney fees, if applicable
The schedule of the probate court
The existence of a will
Other pertinent factors related to the estate
In addition to this, if an objection to the will is brought about by one of the heirs, the time and cost involved in the entire process could rise substantially.
Williamsburg and Richmond Attorneys with More than a Half-Century Combine Experience
With so many factors involved and the time and money at stake, it is critical to have an experienced team of Virginia estate planning and probate lawyers handling your affairs. At Johnson, Gasink & Baxter, LLP, we have more than a half-century combine experience and are dedicated to helping you resolve your legal matters in the most cost-effective and timely manner possible.
Straight-forward and relatable legal counsel that you can understand from start to finish.
Your Legacy, Handled with Care
We offer confidential consultations and can discuss your estate plan in full.
Continuous Care for Your Estate Plan
Our TrustGuard™ service allows you to make and maintain up-to-date estate plans.
50+ Years of Legal Insight, On Your Side
We use more than a half-century combined experience to your benefit.
“I highly recommend!”
We had a wonderful experience here! Attorney Michael Hendricks made the difficult estate planning very simple for us and helped us through each step. I highly recommend!
D.R.
“We have confidence in Jeremy's support of us in the future.”
We had felt a need to overhaul our existng estate plan and, based on very favorable published reviews, we switched over to Johnson, Gasink & Baxter. The initial presentation and thoroughness was very clear and we felt very comfortable with Jeremy Johnson. He took pains to ensure we understood the details while, at the same time, showing understanding and empathy with our personal family situation. Jeremy's follow up review of the finished plan followed quickly and, as before was conducted in a friendly and cordial manner. We have confidence in Jeremy's support of us in the future.
M. L.
“Mr. Baxter was both amiable and professional”
Our very trusted financial advisor gave us the name of this firm when we asked for estate planning help. Mr. Baxter was both amiable and professional, getting to the point when we asked each of our questions, but in such a way we felt we could ask further questions and bounce ideas around before settling on a plan. The support staff was equally helpful, leaving an overall impression of across the board focus on our needs, as well as very friendly follow through. They supplied us with a very thorough binder as well as all files in PDF form so that we can supply parties involved in either paper copies or digital files easily.
R.D.
“Very knowledgeable and happy to answer all of our questions”
Very knowledgeable and happy to answer all of our questions. Made the trust planning process very easy for us and very friendly.
