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Probate is the court-supervised transfer of property from a deceased person (decedent) to his or her heirs and beneficiaries. If the decedent had a will, the will specifies who receives the decedent’s estate. If the decedent did not make a will, state law identifies the heirs of the estate.
Probate is a complicated court process that typically takes at least six months. Our experienced probate attorneys can help you understand and complete the process in a timely, cost effective manner.
The person who handles a probate for a decedent is known as the personal representative (sometimes called executor). If the decedent died having signed a will (testate) the document likely nominates one or more people to act as personal representative. If the decedent died without a will (intestate), then Oregon law provides priority for certain persons to serve.