Probate Administration and Litigation

Overview

Experience

When a loved one passes away, Smith Haughey’s probate attorneys can assist with probate administration, ensuring the orderly and effective management and distribution of the deceased individual’s assets.

Also, if a dispute arises, we have a team of experienced probate litigators. Smith Haughey is recognized as a premier litigation firm – and our experienced, effective probate litigation attorneys are one reason why. With the aging of the population and the growing prevalence of “blended” families, probate litigation has become increasingly common. A great deal of wealth is being passed from one generation to another, and fighting over an inheritance is unquestionably on the rise.

Probate administration and litigation are highly specialized areas of the law. Our attorneys are well versed in the complexities and idiosyncrasies of both. They are also attuned to the sensitivities involved in these matters. Contested probate can tear apart families and friends, and our attorneys work hard to minimize the damage.

Because Smith Haughey is a full-service law firm, our probate attorneys can call upon the expertise of other specialists as needed – including tax attorneys, family law attorneys, estate planning attorneys, elder law attorneys, and more. This “one-stop” approach provides a more efficient, economical solution for our clients.

We represent families, heirs, fiduciaries and creditors in a wide range of probate litigation matters, including: