Estate Administration & Probate Litigation
At Hijazi and Carroll, we understand that navigating the probate and estate administration process can be challenging, both emotionally and legally. Our dedicated Probate and Estate Administration team provides comprehensive legal services to clients throughout Maryland, Virginia, and Washington, D.C., guiding families through the often-complex matters that arise after the passing of a loved one.
Whether you are an executor, administrator, beneficiary, or heir, we are here to ensure that your rights are protected, and the estate is handled in accordance with the decedent’s wishes and applicable laws.
Our Probate and Estate services include:
Probate Administration: Assisting personal representatives with the probate process, including filing the will with the court, identifying and valuing estate assets, paying debts and taxes, and distributing property to beneficiaries.
Trust Administration: Providing guidance for trustees in managing, administering, and distributing assets from a trust, while ensuring compliance with trust documents and state laws.
Estate Litigation: Representing clients in contested probate matters, including will contests, claims of undue influence or lack of capacity, disputes over asset distribution, and challenges to the validity of trusts or estates.
Executor and Trustee Representation: Advising executors, administrators, and trustees on their fiduciary duties and responsibilities, ensuring compliance with legal requirements and protecting their interests throughout the administration process.
Our attorneys bring a compassionate yet practical approach to probate and estate matters, offering both the experience needed to handle the intricacies of estate administration and the understanding to support clients during a difficult time. We strive to make the process as seamless and stress-free as possible while ensuring that the wishes of the decedent are respected and carried out.
If you need assistance with probate, estate administration, or any related matters in Maryland, Virginia, or Washington, D.C., contact Hijazi and Carroll today to schedule a consultation. We’re here to guide you every step of the way.
