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Our probate attorneys provide counsel to the executor of an estate or to handle the complete process of estate administration.

Frequently Asked Questions:

What is Probate?
What is a will contest?
What type of assets are typically non-probate assets?

What role does the executor play in the probate process?

Are there ways to avoid the probate process?

What are the advantages of avoiding a probate proceeding?
What happens to my property if I don't have a will?

What is a revocable living trust?

 



What type of assets are typically non-probate assets?

 

Non-probate assets can be transferred without oversight by the probate court. Some examples of non-probate assets are proceeds from life insurance policies, an IRA account, a 401(k) account or any other taxed deferred retirement plan account with a named beneficiary.  

Hawkes Law Firm
19929 Ballinger Way NE, Suite 200
Shoreline, WA  98155
206 367.5000 Fax 206 367.4005

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