This publication provides concise, on-point discussion of the probate and estate administration processes in Pennsylvania.

It will benefit practitioners who are less familiar with probate and estate administration and wish to understand key principles in this area. More experienced practitioners will find it handy as a quick reference as they navigate the rules and requirements of the Orphans' Court. Forms and Checklists provide the basis for drafting documents and assuring that all steps in a process have been completed. The publication offers a high-level treatment, covering necessary procedures, without becoming bogged down by minor points and exceptions that may clutter a treatise.

The author has excellent credentials, having previously served as Chief Deputy Attorney General, Tax and Finance Section, and Chief Deputy Attorney General, Charitable Trusts and Organizations Section of the Office of Attorney General, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and Counsel to the Pennsylvania Board of Finance & Revenue.