Immediate Steps After a Death Notify Family and Close FriendsInform family members and close friends of the person’s death. It’s important to do this as soon as possible, as they will need to begin making decisions. Contact a Funeral HomeCall a funeral home to arrange for the deceased’s transportation and care. They can also help […]

When a person dies, probate is the legal process whereby the deceased person’s assets are shared and distributed to their heirs and any debts are settled. The process can vary depending on the individual circumstances but will involve some or all of these stages.  Filing a Petition The first step will be to file a […]