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Naples & Ft. Myers, FL Probate Attorney

Call (239) 303-4040 to Speak with a Naples Attorney from The Law Office of Conrad Willkomm, P.A.

Do you want to make sure that your family doesn't have to endure the process of probate when the time comes to pass on your estate? Maybe you have been named an estate administrator and are unaware of what steps you need to take to successfully close your deceased loved one's estate in the Collier County probate court. No matter how complex the situation, the Naples & Ft. Myers probate attorneys at The Law Office of Conrad Willkomm, P.A. can help.

Why Hire Our Naples & Ft. Myers Probate Lawyers?

  • We've handled thousands of estate plans and hundreds of probate cases in Florida
  • Low, flat fees with no hidden costs
  • We handle all aspects of estate planning, estate administration, etc.
  • 5.0 out of 5.0 AV® rating for ethical standards and legal skill
  • Hundreds of 5-star reviews from past clients 
  • Founder selected for Super Lawyers® Rising Stars℠

We understand how difficult it can be to navigate the probate process, which is why we have dedicated our working lives to helping Naples & Ft. Myers residents both draft probate avoidance strategies and successfully resolve their deceased loved ones' probates, even in intestate succession cases (dying without a will). Discover how our Naples & Fort Myers probate attorney can help you.


Contact The Law Office of Conrad Willkomm, P.A. for a free consultation with our Naples & Fort Myers probate lawyer at (239) 303-4040!


How Our Probate Attorneys Can Help You

Our team offers a variety of probate-related services including:

  • Estate Administration: During probate, you may be facing various types of challenges, including selling real estate, dealing with legal claims against the estate, and resolving tax issues. Our lawyers can help during the estate administration process to ensure all legal issues are resolved.
  • The Probate Process: For a deceased loved one's probate case to be closed, the administrator must complete specific steps. Unfortunately, the probate process can be extremely exhausting and time-consuming, even for those who have experienced probate before.

What Exactly Is Probate?

Probate is the legal process of establishing the validity of a person's will after they pass away, addressing the decedent’s creditors, and the distribution of the decedent's estate according to their will. 

At The Law Office of Conrad Willkomm, P.A., we are well-versed in the probate laws in Florida, and we are prepared to offer the legal counsel, guidance, and representation that you need to navigate the probate process as quickly and efficiently as possible. We can also help you avoid probate through proper estate planning. Speak with a member of our team as soon as possible to learn how our Naples & Fort Myers probate attorneys can help you. We let you know what the fee for probate will be upfront so there are no surprises.  

Protect Your Estate: Avoiding Probate in Florida

Probate is a required legal procedure that makes sure a deceased person's assets are dispersed fairly, but it can be a time-consuming and expensive process. Fortunately, there are ways to preserve your wealth and avoid probate in Florida.

Our Naples and Ft. Myers probate attorneys can guide you through the various options available to avoid probate, including:

  • Creating a trust
  • Joint ownership of property
  • Designating beneficiaries for retirement accounts and life insurance policies
  • Payable-on-death bank accounts

By taking proactive steps to avoid probate, you can save your loved ones time and money in the future. Our experienced attorneys can help you determine the best course of action for your unique situation and ensure that your estate is protected.

Contact us to schedule a consultation and learn more about how we can assist you in avoiding probate in Florida.

Minimizing Estate Taxes during Probate

Particularly when it comes to estate taxes, the probate process can be challenging. The value of an inheritance can be greatly reduced by estate taxes, leaving less money for beneficiaries and heirs. Our probate lawyers in Naples and Ft. Myers have a great deal of experience reducing estate taxes during the probate procedure.

We can help you:

  • Understand the estate tax laws in Florida
  • Develop strategies to minimize estate taxes
  • File necessary tax forms and documents
  • Coordinate with accountants and other financial professionals
  • Ensure that your estate plan is tax-efficient

In order to guarantee that your loved ones receive the assets and property you intended for them, we work to maximize the value of your estate. To find out more about how we can assist you with estate taxes during probate, get in touch with us right away.

Don't Face the Probate Process Alone – Call Our Naples & Ft. Myers Probate Attorney!

Need to create a strong estate plan? We can help you ensure that you successfully avoid probate. Faced with the probate process? We can help you distribute your loved one's estate according to their wishes and state laws. Our trial-tested Ft. Myers team can help you with even the most complicated probate cases.


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Commonly Asked Questions

How can the Law Office of Conrad Willkomm, P.A. help with probate?

The Law Office of Conrad Willkomm, P.A. can help with all aspects of estate planning, estate administration, and probate, even in cases of intestate succession, where the deceased did not leave a will.

Why should I hire a probate attorney?

Probate can be a complex and time-consuming process, and a probate attorney can help ensure that all legal issues are resolved and the deceased's estate is distributed according to their wishes and state laws.

What other probate-related services does the Law Office of Conrad Willkomm, P.A. offer?

In addition to estate administration and the probate process, the Law Office of Conrad Willkomm, P.A. can also help with probate avoidance strategies through proper estate planning.

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