Probate processes differ from state to state. After all, only 15 of our 50 states follow the Uniform Probate Code (UPC). But one thing unites all probate cases: the best probate is a CLOSED probate. Another truth: the more beneficiaries, the longer the process (everyone has to weigh in!)
Many things can stall or lengthen the process – and no one wants that:
• It prolongs the family’s grief
• It soaks up your time – often at a fixed fee
• It means no one can move on until it is closed and the distributions are made.

At its core, probate is about a family or a set of heirs and sometimes there are disagreements are among them (over assets and distributions) – these cause inevitable delays in an already fraught process.

Relatives can be estranged or difficult to get in touch with. Far flung family members make contact spotty and inconsistent. This means it takes even more time to secure signed paperwork.

Minor delays can be anticipated. But a missing or unresponsive heir is a solvable problem. How do we know? We reconnect with them 90% of the time.
 
We excel solving complicated dynamics; connecting with heirs and getting the required signatures.

In cases where an heir is missing (potentially deceased, incarcerated or unhoused), our 260,000 field agents seek them out, connect and secure the needed signatures.

Not the money, the order: you never want to be in the position of seeking a Benjamin Order to have the court determine who benefits from an estate. Especially if there was a will with predetermined allocations (your duty is to honor the deceased’s wishes).

We can help. Find out more about how our Field Agents help Estate Attorneys just like you.

In our decade of handling these issues, we’ve even provided Estate Attorneys with statements for the court detailing the many attempts to connect with a missing heir. It is a last resort, but sometimes necessary.

Let us help you close lingering probate faster!