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Understanding Trust and Estate Administration Services

Feb 8, 2023

At Auld Brothers Law Group, we understand that the loss of a loved one can be a difficult and overwhelming time. One of the challenges you may face during this time is administering the deceased person’s estate. 

This process can be complex, time-consuming, and emotionally draining. That’s why we’re here to help. Our Trust and Estate Administration services are meant to ease the burden of this process and provide you with the resources, expertise, and peace of mind to settle the affairs of the deceased.

What Are Trust and Estate Administration Services?

Trust and Estate Administration is the process of managing and distributing the assets of the deceased person, as outlined in their Trust or Will. This can involve a wide range of tasks, including identifying and gathering the deceased person’s assets, paying debts and taxes, distributing assets to beneficiaries, preparing and filing estate tax returns, and managing Trust assets. 

The goal of Trust and Estate Administration is to ensure that the deceased person’s wishes are carried out and that their assets are distributed in an orderly and efficient manner.

Why Look to Auld Brothers for Help

At Auld Brothers Law Group, we have the experience and expertise to guide you through the process of administering an estate. This process can be time-consuming and complex, including everything from identifying and gathering assets to preparing and filing estate tax returns. 

Fortunately, you needn’t navigate it alone. Here are a few of the benefits of our Trust and Estate Administration services:

Professional Expertise

Face the challenge with someone knowledgeable in estate law, tax law, and financial management. This ensures that the estate administration process is carried out correctly, in accordance with the law, and with the greatest possible efficiency.

Objectivity & Fairness

Auld Brothers can help to provide objectivity in difficult decisions when it comes to carrying out the deceased person’s wishes and distributing their assets. This can help to avoid family disputes and ensure that the process is handled fairly.

Stress Relief

The process of Trust and Estate Administration can be stressful, especially in the aftermath of a loved one’s passing. Our Trust and Estate Administration services can help relieve some of the pressure by facilitating administrative tasks and ensuring that the deceased’s wishes are fulfilled.

Peace of Mind

With Auld Brothers Law Group helping you to handle the process, you can have peace of mind knowing that the deceased person’s assets are being managed and distributed properly in accordance with their wishes as described in the Trust or Will.

How Can Auld Brothers Law Group Help You?

An immense benefit of working with the Auld Brothers Law Group is the resources and expertise we provide to handle the financial and administrative aspects of Estate Administration. This includes managing and distributing assets, preparing and filing tax returns, and ensuring that all bills and debts are paid. At Auld Brothers Law Group, we offer a wide range of Trust and Estate Administration services to help you navigate a challenging process in an emotional time. Our services include:

  • Estate Planning: We can assist you in creating an Estate Plan that reflects your wishes and protects your assets.
  • Probate Administration: We can help you navigate the probate process and ensure that the deceased person’s assets are properly distributed.
  • Trust Administration: We can aid you in managing and distributing Trust assets according to the terms of the Trust.
  • Tax Assistance: We can help prepare and file estate tax returns, ensuring the minimum required amount is paid in the most efficient manner.

If you’ve been entrusted with the difficult task of administering an estate in a time of loss, Auld Brothers Law Group is here to help. We are dedicated to working with families to guide them through the Estate Administration process and ensure that the wishes of the deceased are honored in a manner that is efficient and in accordance with the law. 

Throughout the process, our Trust and Estate Administration services will help to ease the burden and provide you with a greater sense of peace.

Contact us today to schedule a consultation and learn more about how we can help you with Trust and Estate Administration.