Probate, Trust, & Estate Administration
The death of a loved one is an emotionally challenging period of grief and confusion. Having to deal with the intricacies of settling a loved one’s estate only adds to the stress and pressure. If you have lost a loved one and want to know what to do next, please give us a call.
At Sayer Regan & Thayer, LLP, we have over 25 years of experience helping and guiding clients through the probate, trust, and estate administration process. Whether the estate is small or very large, with or without estate tax implications, you will find our process and our estate attorneys compassionate and responsive to your questions and needs.
How We Can Help
From our offices located in Newport and Wakefield, Rhode Island, our probate lawyers handle all aspects of probate, trust, and estate administration throughout Rhode Island and southeastern Massachusetts.
Our services include:
• Representing executors and heirs in probate court
• Representing trustees and beneficiaries in trust administration
• Collecting, valuing, selling and distributing assets and continuing businesses
• Fiduciary accounting
• Preparation of federal and state tax returns
• Settling creditors’ claims
• Estate litigation and disputes
Probate, Trust, & Estate Administration Practice Group
Richard N. Sayer
Melissa L. Green
Debra L. Chernick
Probate, Trust, & Estate Administration Law Insights
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The One Big Beautiful Bill Act didn’t just save the QOZ program from expiring. It restructured and made it permanent, opening new planning opportunities for investors with significant capital gains.
Seven Estate Planning Traps Most People Miss—and Seven Questions to Audit Your Family’s Future
Attorney Melissa L. Green highlights seven common estate planning traps that show up over time, along with seven questions you can use as a simple audit.
What Is a SLAT and Is It Right for Your Estate Plan?
A Spousal Lifetime Access Trust can move millions out of your taxable estate while your spouse retains access to those assets. That’s a powerful combination, but it comes with real strings attached.
Tie Up Loose Ends
Settling an estate can be time-consuming and complicated. We can help to facilitate the process and provide you with the guidance you need. To schedule your free initial consultation with one of our knowledgeable attorneys, call our office at 401-849-3040 or write to us for more information.