Estate Planning & Probate

Experienced Probate Attorney in Columbus, Ohio

The Akin Law Group LLC provides estate planning and probate services tailored to minimize taxation and administration costs, preserve assets, and quickly settle matters brought in probate court.

We also provide skilled advocacy for clients who want to contest a will in Columbus or defend against a will contest. The Franklin County probate court determines the validity of legal wills in Columbus, ensures an estate’s debts are paid, and sees that assets are properly distributed to heirs or beneficiaries.

A probate lawyer in Columbus can help with proper estate planning

Many legal tools are available to meet estate planning needs, including—

  • Wills
  • Trusts
  • Durable powers of attorney
  • Living wills
  • Business succession planning
  • Charitable foundations
  • Charitable trusts
  • Special needs trusts

With skilled estate planning, estates can often avoid probate or simplify the process and quickly settle an estate. However, sometimes issues arise that cannot be settled and require litigation.

Dealing with the probate process

Complex probate issues can be trying for grieving families. The stress of family conflicts over a will puts undue tension on family members during an already difficult time of loss. Having an experienced probate lawyer to protect your rights, explain the applicable laws, and handle litigation can be a tremendous relief.

The Akin Law Group LLC routinely handles a variety of issues than can arise during probate, such as—

  • Will contests based on undue influence, fraud, lack of capacity, or duress
  • Needed investigation and witness testimony
  • Appointment of executors or administrators
  • Tracing concealed assets
  • Investigation of asset transfers through sale or gifts
  • Asset inventory and distribution
  • Disputed guardianships
  • Breach of fiduciary duty

Trusted resources to meet your estate planning and probate needs

Whatever your situation, our attorneys draw on extensive probate experience to help you resolve your issues and protect your interests. We are happy to answer your questions, discuss your concerns, and help you arrive at informed decisions about your estate through cost-effective, high-quality representation.

Contact Akin Law Group LLC today

Our lawyers work to get you through the probate process with as little emotional distress as possible. We have compassion for your situation, respect your wishes, and are committed to helping you achieve your objectives.

To discuss how to probate a will in Columbus, call our firm at 614-454-3723 or use our email form to contact Akin Law Group LLC today.