Navigate the Probate Process with Unruh & Co.
Losing a loved one is hard, and navigating the probate process can add unnecessary stress and interrupt the grief process. We walk you through each step, communicate clearly along the way, and make the process as simple as possible.
What is probate?
Probate is the formal legal process used to transfer ownership of a deceased person’s assets to their designated heirs, often decided in court.
The hope is that you have an estate plan in place that prevents your family from having to make decisions via probate.
Probate is a public case in district court. The recipients of your estate are determined either by state law (if you don’t have a will) or by the terms of your will if it is proven to be valid in court. This process is required to transfer the title of assets that you own in your individual name at the time of your death.
It can be a lengthy and expensive process. We will be by your side every step of the way.
Note: Court filings, asset distribution, and stressed family members make probate an emotionally and financially taxing process. If you are not yet in a situation that requires probate, we highly recommend you put an estate plan in place to help you forgo probate.
Meet Your Oklahoma Probate Attorney
Brooke Unruh founded Unruh & Co. after seeing firsthand what happens when someone passes away with a plan versus without a plan or when legal documents are unclear.
She recognized how important it is for families to understand the different pieces of estate and probate law. From compassionate, comprehensive service to educational resources, Brooke got to work on creating Unruh & Co. as it is today.
Her extensive exposure to a wide variety of legal documents and, more importantly, the consequences of those legal documents, allow her to help individuals and families make sense of the process and find clarity in their past, present, and future.
As an Oklahoma Probate Attorney, Brooke thrives on details and clear communication. Her clients describe her as thorough, approachable, and a good communicator. She works closely with her clients to ensure every detail is covered and that her clients always know what’s happening with their legal issue.
Our Probate Process
Complete intake form
After a short initial conversation, our intake form gathers the necessary information to work through probate.
Administer the estate
We’ll prepare the documents needed for you to administer the estate and guide you through each step of the process.
Honor your loved one’s memory
Knowing that everything related to the estate has been legally resolved allows you to continue the grief process and honor your loved one.
Our Other Legal Practice Areas
We are experts in protecting your family’s assets and peace of mind.
Regardless of your stage of life, you likely have family and property you want to ensure are protected in life’s unpredictable moments.
Probate and our other areas of practice do just that.
We make wills and trusts simple. We firmly believe that everyone needs an estate plan, and we strive to make it as simple as possible with upfront pricing and a streamlined process. Having an estate plan is an incredible gift to your family – it allows them to grieve and remember their loved one rather than focus on the legal stuff.
Guardianship is an important process in protecting you and your loved one. As your guardianship attorney, we are your partner in navigating this uncertain time. Guardianship ensures that a trusted individual can manage essential matters such as healthcare, finances, and daily needs while respecting the rights and dignity of the person under care
With extensive experience as a title examiner, we know the oil and gas industry well. We use that experience to provide legal support that helps resolve oil and gas title issues for mineral owners, working interest owners and operators. Allow us to help you protect what’s rightfully yours.
Looking for other legal help? Let us know what you need. If we can’t help, we may be able to refer you to someone who can.
Testimonials
We’ve been entrusted with the estate plans of clients across the state. It’s been our honor to provide security to so many individuals and families.
Work With Us
Schedule a Consultation
Whether via phone or email, a short consultation lets us gather the details needed to provide an estimate and next steps.
Receive Proactive Legal Support
We’ll walk you through each step of the process, whether an estate plan, probate or mineral rights question.
Move Forward With Clarity
When our work is complete, you’ll have clarity about the past, present, and future for you and your family.
The Oklahoma Estate Planning Starter Kit
An estate plan allows you to avoid probate.
After seeing so many clients deal with a probate on an estate, we knew we needed to create a resource that simplifies the estate planning process.
This workbook answers common preliminary questions, gives you space to start organizing your assets, and lists the things you need to provide to your attorney.
If you are not yet in a situation that requires probate, download The Oklahoma Estate Plan Starter Kit, get to work, and reach out to us to get a consultation on the books.
