The process of estate administration in Nevada can be relatively intense. The decedent may have named an executor in their documents, or the probate courts may need to assign a personal representative to manage the estate. That individual must then review the estate...
Probate
4 common questions about Nevada’s probate process
Probate is a crucial legal process that most individuals and families navigate following the passing of a loved one. It is designed to oversee the distribution of the deceased individual's assets, settle their outstanding financial obligations and ensure compliance...
Nevada probate basics: what to expect as an executor
If you are named as the executor in your parent's or spouse's estate plan, you are probably honored that they trust you to handle such an important responsibility. At the same time, if you have never served as an executor before, you are facing an unknown and...
2 extra administration considerations for an estate that includes real property
As the executor or personal representative of an estate in Nevada, you have a lot of work ahead of you. You’ll have to send notice to creditors, communicate with beneficiaries and attend probate court proceedings. It will be your responsibility to manage estate assets...
What happens to real estate held in probate?
If you are a beneficiary of a piece of property going through probate, you should understand that the process can sometimes be lengthy. Probate can last anywhere from several months to years, depending upon the relevant issues surrounding the estate in probate. ...