Probate – American Wills & Estates

What Happens if You Die Without a Will in Pennsylvania? PA Laws of Intestate Succession

FastWebEngine — Sat, 18 Feb 2017 17:26:13 +0000

Creating an Estate Plan Doesn’t Have to be Hard – Not Having One Can be Very Hard on Your Family! If you die without a will in Pennsylvania, your assets will pass to your closet living next of kin pursuant to state “intestate succession” laws. Here are some basics on how intestate succession works in […]

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Estate Planning & Probate Estate Administration at the Best Possible Price

FastWebEngine — Tue, 22 Nov 2016 19:38:41 +0000

The Law Firm of American Wills & Estates offers the best prices for Probate Estate Administration and Estate Planning legal services in both the City of Pittsburgh and throughout Western Pennsylvania. We have been assisting clients through the often difficult estate administration process with competency, compassion and care for over 25 years. Unlike many law […]

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Best Estate Lawyers in Pittsburgh

FastWebEngine — Thu, 24 Aug 2017 19:55:27 +0000

American Wills & Estates is a locally owned and founded law firm that has been assisting clients in Pittsburgh and throughout Western Pennsylvania with the often trying and frustrating Probate Estate Administration process with competency, compassion and care for over 25 years. So, what really sets our law firm apart? So, if you’ve recently experienced […]

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Getting Started in the Role of Executor

FastWebEngine — Wed, 28 Sep 2016 18:13:27 +0000

So You’ve Been Named as the Executor, Now What? Serving as an Executor (sometimes called a Personal Representative or Administrator) of an Estate doesn’t have to be a nightmare, but it’s important to be organized from the start. As the Executor you are going to be the person who is legally responsible for protecting the […]

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Probate: Don’t Go It Alone

FastWebEngine — Mon, 10 Apr 2017 15:07:15 +0000

Have you recently found yourself tasked with having to handle the probate estate administration of a loved one’s estate? Not sure how to proceed or where to turn for trusted legal advice? The law firm of American Wills & Estates has been assisting clients throughout Western Pennsylvania through the often emotional and stressful probate process […]

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The Probate Process Can Get Complicated Fast

FastWebEngine — Fri, 03 Feb 2017 19:21:04 +0000

If you’ve recently lost a love one and are feeling overwhelmed by the prospect of having to administer their estate, we’re here to help. Being named the Executor of a loved one’s estate is a great honor, but it’s also a big responsibility. We’ve been guiding clients throughout Pittsburgh and Western Pennsylvania through the Probate […]

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How to Find a Qualified Probate Attorney

FastWebEngine — Fri, 07 Oct 2016 16:29:06 +0000

If you’ve recently lost a loved one and find yourself tasked with being the Executor or Administrator the estate, you probably have a lot of questions. There are many, many attorneys out there, but who can you trust and how do you find someone that you feel comfortable working with. Create a List of Potential […]

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Protecting Digital Assets

FastWebEngine — Tue, 20 Sep 2016 18:02:16 +0000

Six Important Steps to Take on Death or Incapacity It used to be enough for a fiduciary and his attorney to simply search through a decedent’s or incapacitated person’s papers in his or her workplace and at home, watch the mailbox for a 90 day cycle, and review tax returns and account statements. Things are […]

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What Happens in Probate?

FastWebEngine — Tue, 18 Oct 2016 16:29:32 +0000

A Loved One Has Died, Now What? Following the death of a loved one, your first and only priority should be on the family and allowing everyone impacted sufficient time to grieve. The administration of the loved one’s estate is important, but should only be addressed when the family as a whole is ready to […]

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Thinking About Hiring a Probate Attorney? Here’s What to Ask.

FastWebEngine — Thu, 06 Oct 2016 19:46:10 +0000

Here’s a great video that sets forth some very important things to consider when hiring a Probate estate administration attorney. Remember, doing your homework now can save you a lot of time, expensive and unnecessary grief and aggravation later. Take a look.

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