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Welcome to Mississippi-probate.com
Nobody plans on probate. Given the option, most people would prefer to avoid the costs and administrative hassle involved in probate proceedings. But because most people are too busy living their lives (or reluctant to face the unpleasant necessity of planning for death), probate is usually required. Although Mississippi probate proceedings are not as burdensome as many other states, navigating the Mississippi probate process can seem daunting.
If you are named the executor of a friend or loved one's will, you may be a little overwhelmed with understanding your exact role in the probate process. You shouldn't feel like your role as executor is simply to stand by while the probate process "happens to you." This site was developed to help you understand the Mississippi probate process. If you are interested in avoiding probate in your own estate, please see our section on Avoiding Mississippi Probate. If you have questions about this site, please contact us.
Note: In Mississippi, every estate must be represented in court by an attorney (Mississippi Uniform Chancery Court Rule 6.1 requires every fiduciary (such as an executor or administrator) to be represented by an attorney unless such fiduciary is an attorney). In order to effectively and efficiently guide you through a Mississippi probate proceeding, the estate attorney must have a good understanding of Mississippi probate and federal tax laws. If you need help with a probate matter, contact a Mississippi attorney that is experienced in probate and estate administration to ensure that the most effective administration of the estate.
NOTE: The information provided on this site is provided for illustration and informational purposes only and does not represent a proposal or specific recommendation or create an attorney-client relationship. Mississippi Probate Group, PLLC, does not engage in the practice of law. As a word of caution, the information presented cannot possibly substitute for competent legal advice. Our treatment of the law is general and is not intended as a comprehensive discussion of all relevant issues. Applicability of the law will depend upon your individual circumstances. If you have a particular question about the information presented, you can reach the site’s author by clicking the following link: Mississippi Probate Attorney. For more information, please review our terms of use.
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