Legal & Estate Guidance


Unfortunately, the death of a family member can not only bring unbearable sadness; it can also bring legal and estate-related issues to the foreground. Of course, we're not attorneys; which means we're not the right people to advise you on the legal specifics of your situation.

But, we can offer you the wisdom and insights we've gained during our time in funeral service. We invite you to read the pages below, and of course; if you have questions about anything you read here, simply pick up the phone and call us at
(801) 405-7444. We'll be privileged to assist you.

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Estate Settlement

Sometimes estate settlement is one of the hardest aspects of dealing with the death of a family member. This doesn't have to be the case if proper preparation of all estate documents took place prior to the death. If you have the services of an experienced estate lawyer at your disposal, there can be even less worry and strife.

What is Probate?

Probate: the official proving of a will. The probate process is intended to establish the legal validity of a will but it involves so much more than merely confirming that the signed, witnessed, and registered copy of a will is authentic.

The Probate Process

In addition to proving in a court of law that the deceased individual's will is valid, probate also declares the probate process also involves:

  • Identifying and inventorying the deceased's personal and real property
  • Having the property appraised
  • Paying debts and taxes
  • Distributing the remaining property as the will (or if there is no will, then state law) directs

Hiring an Attorney

Losing a loved one can be an overwhelming experience and when you add in estate settlement issues, the months following the death can be much more than we bargained for. That's when it might be advantageous to hire an attorney.

When faced with this situation, it's best to turn to the experts in estate settlement.


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