When you need an experienced probate attorney for your estate in Shorewood, IL, our team at Zapolis & Associates is here to help. We specialize in efficiently settling estate debts and ensuring the accurate distribution of assets to legatees, beneficiaries, and heirs. Our dedicated team is committed to protecting your interests across all areas of probate, trust, and estate matters, including:

• Probate Court: Probate can be a complex process, but not all matters require court involvement. Whether or not your case calls for a court appearance, we are committed to protecting your interests and ensuring the proceedings are managed efficiently and with minimal stress.

• Probate Administration: With extensive experience in probate administration, our team assists with estates of all sizes, including those involving real estate. We handle both independent and supervised administration, ensuring every step complies with legal standards and runs smoothly.

• Probate Litigation: Although many probate matters are resolved amicably, disputes like contested wills may arise. Our skilled trial attorneys specialize in probate litigation, protecting your inheritance rights while working toward amicable solutions. We prioritize reducing the emotional and financial burden of disputes and strive for fair, balanced outcomes.

• Trust Administration: While trusts are often created to avoid probate, challenges can still surface. With over four decades of expertise, we address issues during trust administration to ensure the trust’s goals are met seamlessly and effectively. Our team is dedicated to navigating complexities and delivering results.