Washington Probate Attorney

Washington is another state that does not have separate probate courts. Probate cases are heard in the Superior Courts. Throughout the 39 counties there are 29 Superior Court Judicial Districts. The courts are presided over by at least 174 judges. If you have official probate business to take care of in one of these courts you are probably looking for a Washington probate attorney.

Of course you could tackle probate court without counsel, many do. The legal forms are available here.

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With attorney fees starting as low as a few hundred dollars for simple probate cases, does it make sense to do it yourself? That's a decision you will have to make. Just keep in mind that small mistakes can be costly in the world of probate.

If you are the Personal Representative for an estate you have all the more reason to consult with a Washington probate attorney. This position has a lot of responsibility and mistakes are not taken lightly. The Personal Representative also has certain legal liabilities meaning any errors could be personally costly.

Probate attorneys are located in all parts of Washington including Seattle, Spokane and Yakima. It's always good if you can get a personal recommendation from a friend or family member. Another way to find a qualified Washington probate attorney is to use the referral services at Legal Match. The service is free until you actually hire an attorney.

This site is all about personal finance and estate planning. As you read through the information provided we hope you see an urgency for getting your own affairs together. How easily your estate passes through probate, or possibly avoids it, depends on the plans you make while you are alive.

There are many reasons for working with a Washington probate attorney. Hopefully you will find one that is easy to talk with and who takes a personal interest in you and your finances. Estate planning with a probate attorney might just be the best gift you could give you loved ones.

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