Probate Estate Settlement

When an estate requires probate, Joseph Schafstall can serve as a court-appointed personal representative, acting as either executor or administrator and overseeing the probate process through final distribution.

Probate administration may include:

• Preparing and filing required court documents
• Identifying, inventorying, and appraising estate assets
• Managing financial accounts and other estate property
• Addressing creditor claims and outstanding obligations
• Overseeing the sale of real property when necessary
• Coordinating with tax professionals regarding required tax filings
• Distributing estate assets in accordance with the will or California law

Crestline Fiduciary Services provides probate administration services throughout San Diego County.