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Experienced Probate Attorneys

At Bruckert, Behme & Long, P.C., we take pride in offering compassionate and knowledgeable guidance to those serving as executors in the Metro East area of the St. Louis region. Since 2002, we have delivered real results through our personal connections with clients. Our attorneys have 40 years of experience delivering reliable support to executors during a challenging time. Our office provides a laid-back atmosphere, making you feel at home as we work together to honor your loved one’s wishes.

Understanding Probate In Illinois

Probate in Illinois involves several steps. Once appointed, the executor becomes the estate’s personal representative, tasked with gathering assets, paying debts and distributing remaining assets to beneficiaries or heirs. This process can vary in length, from a few months to several years, depending on factors like estate size and potential disputes from heirs, creditors or other parties. Regardless of the specifics, we are here to help you understand and manage this process effectively.

Complex Issues For Families

Family disagreements can complicate probate. Sometimes, a relative or other interested party will challenge a will’s validity. In Illinois, grounds for challenging a will in probate court include:

  • The testator lacked the required mental capacity when they signed the will.
  • The testator executed the will under duress from another party who manipulated or threatened them into doing it.
  • Technical reasons, such as not having two witnesses attesting to the will’s validity.
  • A newer will supersedes the one submitted to the court.

A will challenge can pit family members against each other and become highly emotional. Our team stands ready to assist you in keeping emotion out of the resolution process and seeking a fair outcome that honors your loved one’s final wishes.

Call Us Today

If you are facing probate challenges, reach out to Bruckert, Behme & Long, P.C., today at 618-589-1152. Let us help you with the responsibility of being an executor. Contact our office to schedule a consultation with one of our attorneys.