Stage 8: Estate Closing
Life Stage 8 - Final Administration
Course Description
Final Administration / Estate Closing
The process of final administration—managing and distributing a loved one’s estate after their passing—can be overwhelming without proper planning. This webinar, led by an experienced estate planning attorney, is designed to guide individuals through the unique challenges of estate administration, ensuring that the process is smooth, efficient, and legally sound. Whether you are an executor, personal representative, or family member involved in handling a loved one’s estate, this session will provide you with essential knowledge on what to expect, things to avoid, and the necessary documents to ensure proper estate management.
This course is perfect for those responsible for final administration, or those looking to understand the process more clearly in the event of a loved one’s passing. By gaining knowledge about the estate administration process, necessary documents, and potential pitfalls, you can ensure that the wishes of the deceased are honored and the estate is properly managed.
Steven
Attorney Steven McClelland is an estate planning, probate, and elder law attorney in central Arkansas. He is currently one of four Certified Elder Law Attorneys (CELA) in the state. He owns McClelland Law Firm, P.A., which focuses on assisting generation to generation estate planning and probate issues. As a guest speaker for the Arkansas Bar Association, national organizations, and local groups, he provides first-class information to help Arkansans make better choice to set their families up for success. In his free time, he is a husband, girl dad, and private pilot.
Highlights
- Recommended for those focused on Closing of an Estate - Separate tracks for Probate and Trust Administration.
- Learn how to properly settle outstanding debts and taxes during the final stages of estate administration.
- Understand the legal process for distributing assets to heirs and beneficiaries in accordance with a will or state law.
- Gain skills in preparing and presenting a thorough final accounting of the estate’s financial activities.
- Explore the steps required to formally close an estate and discharge the executor’s responsibilities.
