Zachary Probate Lawyer
Many people have an unwarranted fear of the succession process. But succession does not have to be costly or complicated.
At Myles, Cook & Day, we handle succession and probate administration cases for all sizes of estates. Our goal in every case is to resolve all outstanding estate issues to enable the distribution of the estate's assets as quickly and economically as possible.
Call 225.654.6006 or send us an e-mail to arrange for a consultation.
The Succession and Probate Process
Myles, Cook & Day provides customized succession and probate advice and services to executors and administrators of estates. On one end of the spectrum, we can provide advice about the duties and responsibilities that role has and answer address any specific estate issues. On the other end of the spectrum, we can provide complete start-to-finish services, so that you can rest assured that everything will be handled impartially, according to the law.
Specifically, we can:
- Help you identify the estate's assets
- Resolve outstanding issues regarding title to real property
- Identify which debts need to be paid and which can be ignored
- Prepare and file all tax returns and documents with the court
Our clients receive exactly the services which are needed and relevant. This can serve to keep the costs of succession or probate at a minimum.
Avoiding Probate
It is possible to avoid probate altogether through the use of revocable living trusts, irrevocable trusts, and other legal vehicles. Myles, Cook & Day has extensive experience in estate planning, wills and trusts. We can help you take the actions needed to relieve your loved ones of the burden of dealing with these issues after you are gone, and of the costs of the probate process.
Efficient and Cost-Effective Succession and Probate Services
At Myles, Cook & Day, we believe that the distribution of a person's assets after death should not consume a major portion of those assets. We will work to wrap up all estate issues as quickly and efficiently as possible, to keep the costs of probate at a minimum.
Contact a Succession and Probate Attorney
For a consultation with Myles, Cook & Day, call 225.654.6006 or send us an e-mail.
Myles, Cook & Day has three offices to serve you — in Zachary, Ponchatoula and Hammond, Louisiana.
