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Probate Administration in Montana
Compassionate Legal Support During a Difficult Time
Losing a loved one is never easy—and navigating the legal process that follows can feel overwhelming. At Columbia Falls Estate Planning, we’re here to help you handle the probate process with clarity, compassion, and confidence.
Led by experienced Montana probate attorney Denise Romer, Esq., our firm provides personalized probate administration services to clients in Columbia Falls, Kalispell, and across the state. We take care of the legal complexities so you can focus on what matters most: honoring your loved one’s legacy and supporting your family through the healing process.
Probate Overview
What Is Probate?
Probate is the legal process of validating a will, settling an estate, and distributing a deceased person’s assets.
It typically involves:
- Filing the will with the appropriate Montana court
- Appointing an executor or personal representative
- Identifying and valuing assets
- Paying debts, taxes, and final expenses
- Distributing remaining assets to heirs or beneficiaries
Even with a will in place, probate is often required to legally transfer ownership of certain assets. Without a will, the estate is distributed according to Montana’s intestate succession laws.
Probate Services
Our Probate Services
Columbia Falls Estate Planning offers full-service probate representation, whether you’re the named executor, a family member seeking guidance, or a beneficiary with questions about your rights.
Our probate services include:
- Filing required documents with the local probate court
- Guidance for executors and personal representatives
- Inventorying and appraising estate assets
- Resolving debts and creditor claims
- Coordinating tax filings and payments
- Assisting with property transfers and title updates
- Assistance resolving disputes between beneficiaries (when needed)
- Ensuring compliance with Montana probate laws and deadlines
We tailor our support to your specific situation—whether the estate is simple or complex, contested or uncontested.
Why Choose Us
Why Work With a Probate Attorney?
Probate can be time-consuming and legally complex, especially if the estate includes real estate, out-of-state assets, or family conflicts. Working with a qualified Montana probate lawyer ensures the process is handled efficiently and correctly.
Benefits of working with Columbia Falls Estate Planning include:
- Avoiding costly delays and legal errors
- Reducing stress and uncertainty for family members
- Protecting the interests of all heirs and beneficiaries
- Ensuring compliance with the law at every step
- Having a calm, compassionate guide through emotionally difficult decisions
Your Local Experts
A Local Team You Can Trust
Attorney Denise Romer brings over 25 years of legal experience and a calming presence to the probate process. She and her team are known not only for their knowledge and professionalism, but for their kindness and willingness to walk clients through each step with patience and care.
At Columbia Falls Estate Planning, we don’t treat probate as just paperwork—we see it as a meaningful opportunity to honor your loved one’s final wishes with respect and clarity.
Trusted Family Support
Serving Families Across Montana
We proudly serve clients throughout Montana, with a convenient office located in Columbia Falls. Whether you need full probate administration support or just a consultation to help get started, we’re here to assist.
Our office is handicap accessible and offers both in-person and virtual appointments for your convenience.
Start Probate Today
Get Help With Probate Today
If you’re facing the probate process and aren’t sure where to start, we’re here to help. Let Columbia Falls Estate Planning handle the legal details so you can focus on what matters most.