International Business Law and Immigration

The probate administration process in Ohio is an important and necessary legal procedure that ensures the proper distribution of a deceased person’s assets and the settlement of their final affairs. While probate can seem complex, especially during a time of great emotional difficulty, it serves an important role in providing structure and clarity to the disposition of the decedent’s estate. For Ohio residents and those inheriting assets from a deceased person who resided in Ohio, understanding how probate works here can make the process less daunting. In this article, I outline the key steps of the Ohio probate administration process, the role of the probate court and the executor or administrator, and ways to streamline the whole process.