Estate Settlement Timeline Ohio

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Cleveland ohio
In Ohio:
- Probate process can take 6 months to 1 year.
- Complex estates may take longer.
- If there is a will contest or litigation, it can take years to settle.
This is a general timeline and individual circumstances may vary.
All of that is done, we're just waiting on the lawyer
Your lawyer may be finalizing tax returns, accounting, or other tasks. In Ohio, estates generally close within a year. If it's beyond this, you can inquire about the delay with your lawyer.
Its already been 2 years, the only thing left is the lawyer giving us their bill, its been over a month since we sold the estate
It seems unusual for this process to take this long. You have the right to request an itemized billing statement from your lawyer, as stated in the Ohio Rules of Professional Conduct. I'd recommend reaching out and requesting this.
I have asked for this but the lawyer still hasn't given me one
If your lawyer doesn't respond, you can file a complaint with the Ohio State Bar Association. They can guide you on next steps and may help facilitate communication.
Thanks
You're welcome! If you need further help or have any other questions, feel free to ask. Good luck with your situation.