Administering an estate requires impeccable knowledge and strict adherence to rules, as well as a great degree of coordination between all the parties involved. In this full-day fundamentals course, experienced probate practitioners will walk you through every step of the process. Explore critical probate processes and adopt best practices for handling the challenges that may arise: managing crucial first steps; gathering, managing, and distributing assets; balancing the final account, and more. Ensure a smooth administration from start to finish. Register today! Prepare for meeting grieving clients - and tackling tough issues with tact and efficiency. Help personal representatives fulfill their duties: map out their tasks and case deadlines. Outline the rights and limitations of creditors in probate and map out the claims process. Ensure all tax liabilities are covered and returns filed before the estate is closed. Wrap up the estate properly with balanced final accountings and thorough final distributions. Get tips for litigating deed contests, lost or contested wills, fiduciary misconduct, and more.