Step 1 of 4 25% HiddenLexomatic Matter Type Deed Funding Probate Timeshare EstatePlan Divorce HiddenLexomatic Matter ID HiddenLexomatic Matter Name HiddenLexomatic User ID HiddenLexomatic User Name HiddenGrantor's Display Name Grantor's name for incorporation into merge tagsHiddenSpouse's Display Name Grantor's spouse's name for incorporation into merge tagsHiddenplaceholder_01 Hiddenplaceholder_02Hiddenplaceholder_03 Hiddentoday_dt MM slash DD slash YYYY Hiddenpage_nuHiddencommunity_property_state_tf Yes No Estate Analysis and Probate Advisory Tool (EAPAT) EAPAT is a comprehensive digital solution designed to simplify the estate settlement process for deceased property owners. It operates by collecting vital information about the deceased's family, assets, and the existence of a will. Utilizing this data, the tool meticulously compares the deceased's profile against relevant state laws to generate an insightful analysis. The core functionalities of EAPAT include: Probate Necessity Assessment. Determines if probate proceedings are required based on the specific family and asset profile of the deceased, considering state law variations. Strategic Alternatives Exploration. Proposes alternative strategies to traditional probate that could result in financial savings, including short-form or small-estate probate proceedings and affidavits. Heirship Determination. Identifies potential heirs and beneficiaries in accordance with state intestacy laws, detailing who is entitled to receive assets in the absence of a will. Beneficiary Determination. Identifies who is entitled to receive the property as specified in the will. Multi-State Probate Analysis. Evaluates the need for probate in multiple states, applicable when the deceased owned properties or assets in different jurisdictions. Step-by-Step Guidance. Provides a customized list of actionable steps for estate administration, including document preparation, court filings, and asset distribution processes. Cost Estimation. Offers a preliminary cost estimate for the entire probate or estate settlement process, factoring in legal fees, court costs, and other related expenses. EAPAT is designed to be user-friendly, guiding executors and beneficiaries through the often complex and emotionally challenging process of estate settlement. Its algorithm is regularly updated to reflect the latest legal changes, ensuring accurate and reliable advice. With EAPAT, users gain clarity and confidence in navigating the legal intricacies following the loss of a loved one. DecedentEnter the following information about deceased person, sometimes called a decedent. HiddenFull Name Gender Male Female First Name Middle Name Last Name Name SuffixJr.Sr.IIIIIIVPreferred First NameEnter the name that this person prefers to be called in regular conversation. For example, a man whose legal name is "Robert" may go by the name "Bob." Other names?Has this person used any other names or aliases (maiden name, spelling variation, initial variations) in legal documents? Yes No Other Name(s) Decedent's Last Address and ResidenceAddress Street Address Address Line 2 City AlabamaAlaskaAmerican SamoaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaGuamHawaiiIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMaineMarylandMassachusettsMichiganMinnesotaMississippiMissouriMontanaNebraskaNevadaNew HampshireNew JerseyNew MexicoNew YorkNorth CarolinaNorth DakotaNorthern Mariana IslandsOhioOklahomaOregonPennsylvaniaPuerto RicoRhode IslandSouth CarolinaSouth DakotaTennesseeTexasUtahU.S. Virgin IslandsVermontVirginiaWashingtonWest VirginiaWisconsinWyomingArmed Forces AmericasArmed Forces EuropeArmed Forces Pacific State ZIP Code County of Residence– No Results – Decedent's Life InformationIs Decedent mentally disabled?Answer Yes if this person lacks the mental capacity to sign legally binding documents on his or her own behalf. Yes No
