Probate & Trust Administration Attorney in DeLand, FL
Bauer & Associates represents individuals and families in DeLand and throughout Volusia County in probate and trust administration matters. Our attorneys assist clients with Florida probate proceedings, probate litigation, will and trust contests, personal representative matters, and trust administration.
We also welcome inquiries from out-of-state family members, beneficiaries and personal representatives who need assistance handling the estate of someone who owned property or resided in Florida.
We understand that probate and trust matters often arise during a difficult time for families. Our attorneys provide experienced legal guidance throughout the administration process and help clients understand their responsibilities, options and next steps.
Probate Services in DeLand, Florida
Probate
The probate process is a judicial process where typically a personal representative is appointed to locate the decedent's assets, pay lawful debts and distribute assets to heirs/beneficiaries. The process is started by the filing of a legal action and is monitored by the court to assure that the decedent’s wishes are followed.
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Personal Representative
Bauer & Associates regularly represents the personal representative appointed by the court who is responsible for locating the decedent's assets, determining all of the decedent's lawful debts, satisfying any claims against the estate, and distributing the estates assets according to the terms of the decedent's will or law. The Personal Representative often must be bonded and accounts to the court for his or her actions.
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Will and Probate Disputes
The attorneys at Bauer & Associates represent beneficiaries, claimants, and personal representatives in will and probate disputes. Such actions often determine a decedent's wishes, what is to happen to claims, disputes over the handling of assets, and where assets are distributed.
Trust Administration Services
Trust Administration
In addition to probate, we also assist clients with trust administration. When a person passes away and a trust is in place, the successor trustee must manage and distribute trust assets according to the terms of the trust. This process often involves gathering and valuing assets, notifying beneficiaries, paying valid debts or taxes, and ensuring the trust’s instructions are carried out correctly.
Trust Disputes
The attorneys at Bauer & Associates represent both beneficiaries and trustees in trust disputes. These actions may involve litigation to determine beneficiaries, identify assets, resolve distribution issues, remove trustees, and recover improper distributions, theft, or maladministration.
Speak With a Probate Attorney in DeLand
If you need assistance with probate or trust administration in DeLand or elsewhere in Volusia County, Bauer & Associates can help you understand the process and your legal options. Contact our office at 386-734-3313 or use the consultation form on this page to speak with our team about your situation.