Kyle T. Kirts, an experienced attorney in Ohio and Illinois, specializes in guiding clients through pre-trial and trial processes, including misdemeanor and felony cases, as well as probate law. Probate law governs the distribution of a deceased person's property, with executors appointed to manage the estate's affairs, including debts and taxes. Certain assets, like those in joint tenancy or trusts, are exempt from probate, allowing for direct transfer to designated beneficiaries.

1. By Kyle Kirts

2.  Having practiced and taught law for 15 years in Illinois
and Ohio, Kyle T. Kirts guides witnesses and clients
through all pre-trial and trial activities. In his solo
practice in Dayton, Ohio, Kyle Kirts takes on both
misdemeanor and felony cases and practices probate
law.
Probate law dictates the distribution of property of a
deceased person. The law provides for the
appointment of a person or institution to oversee
aspects of the estate, such as paying taxes, expenses,
and other debts. The law also ensures all living
persons named in a will receive property according to
the decedent's wishes.

3.  The person or organization in charge of the estate is the
executor. If there is no will at the time of death, the state
appoints an executor to carry out the terms of the will. A bank,
trust company, or individual can serve in this role. Executors
have many duties, including the care of the decedent's
property, handling debts, and filing estate and income taxes.
Not all property is subject to probate law. In cases of joint
tenancy, in which two or more people have the right to dispose
of property, the rights go to the survivor(s) if one tenant dies.
Probate law also exempts property held in trust and through
financial entities, such as insurance paid to a named
beneficiary. Non-probated assets transfer directly to the
designated individual.