On August 4th, Michael Crowder presented at the National Business Institute Seminar "The Probate Process From Start to Finish."

The seminar covered the following topics:

Your Fundamental Guide to Probate: So your client wants you to handle a probate case - do you know where to start? Do you know the proper procedures to use, as well as the law? At this seminar, experienced faculty will give you detailed, step-by-step information to confidently and ably navigate the system. Gain the confidence you need to reach a favorable outcome for your client when litigating in probate court. 

• Get a step-by-step walk through of a probate case complete with practice tips from seasoned practitioners.
• Implement a complete estate timetable in order to know what needs to be done - and when.
• Effectively guide the executor and the administrator through their various duties.
• Avoid problems arising from creditors' claims and insolvency with our powerful strategies.
• Know the secrets to confidently handling a spouse's elective share.
• Forestall disagreements between beneficiaries: adhere to the guidelines of precedence in case of intestacy.
• Get results for your client! Explore successful strategies for litigating in probate court.
• Follow thorough closing procedures so accounting is complete before distribution takes place.

Course Content

• Taking the First Step: Filing an Estate in Probate Court
• Understanding the Role of the Personal Representative in Probate
• Managing the Inventory
• Administering the Estate Effectively
• Maintaining an Ethical Balance in Probate Practice
• Determining if Spouse's Elective Share is a Reasonable Option
• Uncovering the Laws of Intestacy and How They May Apply
• Litigating the Case in Probate Court
• Putting the Case to Rest: Closing the Estate

For more information about the probate process, please contact Michael Crowder at 865-546-7311 or mcrowder@kmfpc.com.