Probate

Probate is the court-supervised process of administering a deceased person’s estate. As a brief, general overview of the probate process in Washington, a petition is filed with the Superior Court having jurisdiction over the case; an executor or administrator is appointed; letters are issued; notice is published to creditors; estate assets are identified, located and valued; taxes, debts and valid creditor claims are paid; assets are distributed and the declaration is filed to close the estate.  Unlike other states, probate in Washington is often straightforward and efficient due to the availability of non-intervention powers.  When non-intervention powers are available, the administrator or executor can act with minimal court-supervision.  

We recognize that grief and stress can accompany the passing of a loved one and our goal is to help you through the legal procedures that are involved in settling the affairs of the decedent.  We work with personal representatives and estate administrators to help them through the probate administration process from start to finish.

Call to schedule a consultation today at 425-296-6271 ext. 101.