Losing a loved one is hard enough—managing their estate shouldn’t add unnecessary stress. Whether you’re the executor or a beneficiary, we help you understand your responsibilities, stay on track, and handle every legal detail with care and efficiency.
When a loved one passes away, it can create a great deal of pain. Being named the personal representative of their estate can compound an already difficult time. As a personal representative, you are given an enormous responsibility and our firm understands that this is not always easy.
A Boulder estate planning lawyer from Flatiron Legal Advisors, PLLC, can assist you with our estate administration services. We treat each case with professionalism, giving you the peace of mind that you deserve. In such a trying time, let us be the mediator you need.
Prior to your loved one’s passing, they may have named you as their personal representative in their will. Essentially, this means that you will be acting on their behalf regarding their assets and estate. One of the most difficult parts of acting as personal representative is the need to act impartially, which is why having an outside party can be beneficial.
Your duties may include:
It is necessary to follow the exact terms as laid out in your loved one’s will, or you could be held responsible for any failures to do so.
In Colorado, you must tend to both probate and non-probate assets of an estate. Non-probate assets include things like jointly owned property and assets, retirement plans or life insurance with designated beneficiaries, and any assets kept in a trust. Distributing such assets takes finesse and an estate planning attorney in Boulder County from our firm can provide the guidance you need.
Don’t wait until you’re in over your head, call our firm today and arrange your free consultation.
