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What is Estate Administration?

Estate Administration is the management of the assets and liabilities of someone who has died.

Conti Law has over 20 years of experience and has seen it all. From the very basic settlement of a will to the more complex issues such as a will contest and trust settlements. In any scenario, Conti is prepared to assist you with settling an estate.

Main Steps in Settling an Estate

  • Finding The Decedent’s Will
  • Arrange for Funeral and Burial
  • Filing a petition for probate with the county court
  • Appointment of an executor or administrator to oversee the estate
  • Inventorying and appraising assets and paying off any outstanding debts or taxes
  • Distributing assets according to the terms of a will or state laws if there is no will
  • Filing a final account with the court and obtaining approval for distribution of remaining assets to beneficiaries
  • Closing the estate and finalizing all legal matters

Need help with Estate Administration?

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Phone: (724) 784-0239
Email: reception@contilawpgh.com
Address: 7880 Steubenville Pike, Oakdale, PA 15071

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