North Jersey Probate Law Attorneys
Estate Administration • Will Contests • Guardianship • Adoption
If a loved one has died, we can assist in the efficient settling of the estate or represent your interests in litigation. Our experienced attorneys also can help if you need court intervention to establish a guardianship or conservatorship for an elderly parent or family member.
Based in Rockaway, New Jersey, the law firm of Bell & Hassing serves clients throughout Morris County, as well as Sussex and Warren counties. Our experienced attorneys provide over 20 years of experience in all probate matters. We invite you to arrange an appointment at 973-607-4694.
Probate and Estate Administration
We provide close assistance to the executor (if there is a will) or administrator (no will) in the duties of settling an estate under New Jersey probate law. Our goal is to close the estate with the least time, expense and administrative hassle:
- Opening the estate through Probate Court
- Gathering assets and identifying heirs
- Liquidating assets and paying debts
- Distributing remaining assets to heirs
- Filing tax returns
Will Contests
We can represent the estate and named heirs, suspiciously excluded heirs, or administrators in challenges to the will or allegations of misconduct:
- Undue influence
- Testamentary capacity
- Breach of fiduciary duty
Guardianship/Conservatorship
If a parent or incapacitated loved one can no longer manage his or her own affairs, we represent concerned family members seeking to establish guardianship (legal responsibility for care and decisions) or conservatorship (legal control of finances) to protect the ward's physical, medical and financial well-being. Understanding that these are delicate, emotional situations, we offer sensitive representation for the Probate Court hearing, and careful drafting of documents to cover all considerations.
Adoption
We can help with the formal adoption of a stepchild or draft/review adoption agreements for a private or international adoption.
For knowledgeable probate representation in Morris County and North Jersey, including urgent assistance, contact Bell & Hassing at 973-607-4694. Our lawyers can arrange weekend appointments and have a Spanish speaker on staff.
