If someone you love has died
Gentle Help With Probate in Cincinnati
We handle the court filings and the paperwork, so your family can grieve at its own pace.
Your First 30 Days After a Loss
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This week
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What not to do yet
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How We Help
Full estate administration
We file with the Hamilton County Probate Court, send the notices and keep the executor on schedule.
Smaller estates
Ohio has a shorter process called release from administration. We check if you qualify first.
The family home
Transfer it to heirs or sell it the right way, once the court says someone can act.
When there is no will
Ohio law decides who inherits. We explain the order in plain words and handle the filings.
Help for executors doing it alone
A flat fee review of your forms before you file, so nothing gets sent back.
“Nobody calls us on a good day. So we slow down, explain every step, and take what we can off your plate.”
Ruth Adler, probate attorneyWe Work Where You Are
Families We Have Helped
“After Dad died I did not know where to start. Ruth gave us a list and handled the court. We never felt rushed.”
Karen B. Norwood
“Mom's estate was small, and they got it done with the shorter process. Kind people.”
Dwayne P. Cheviot
“They stopped me from selling the house too early. That saved us a real headache.”
Lisa M. Blue Ash
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Questions Families Ask
Do we have to go through probate?
Not always. Accounts with a named beneficiary, joint accounts and property with a transfer on death form usually pass outside probate. Anything in the person's name alone usually goes through the probate court.
How long does probate take in Ohio?
A smaller estate that qualifies for release from administration can close in a few months. A full estate usually takes six months to a year, sometimes longer if a house has to be sold.
Can I sell Mom's house right away?
Not yet. Someone has to be appointed by the probate court first. Until then, keep it locked, insured and heated, and keep the bills paid from estate money once there is an account.
Am I responsible for their debts?
Usually no. Debts are paid from the estate, not from family members' own money, unless you co-signed or shared the account.
What does it cost to hire you?
We quote in writing after the first free meeting. Many smaller estates are handled for a flat fee, and probate fees are paid from the estate, not out of your pocket.
Call When You Are Ready
There is no rush and no charge to talk. Most families call in the first week or two.
- Office
- 1200 Sample Street, Suite 400, Cincinnati, a short walk from the courthouse
- Hours
- Monday to Friday, 8:30 to 5, and home visits by appointment
- Serving
- Cincinnati, Norwood, Cheviot, Blue Ash, Mason, West Chester, Loveland and Anderson Township