Heban, Murphree & Lewandowski, LLC

Heban, Murphree & Lewandowski, LLC Are you searching for a Rossford estate planning lawyer who can provide you with trustworthy estate litigation? You have come to the right law office!

Heban, Murphree & Lewandowski, LLC is a trusted Ohio law firm with over 150 years of combined experience, specializing in probate, estate planning, and litigation. Look no further than the law firm of Heban, Murphree & Lewandowski, LLC, where your case can receive the care and attention it requires. The team here has dealt with all kinds of estate planning matters, and they are equipped to offer y

ou the help you need at this time. It is important that you receive reliable help if you are dealing with issues regarding will formation or trust establishment. Do you have questions about guardianships? It is important that you take the necessary time in making these weighty decisions, as they affect not only yourself, but also your loved ones. Are you experiencing a problem in regards to a breach of fiduciary duty? Do you need assistance with estate administration matters? Contact Heban, Murphree & Lewandowski, LLC today.

If someone dies in another state but owns real estate in Ohio, the family may discover that the original probate case is...
08/31/2026

If someone dies in another state but owns real estate in Ohio, the family may discover that the original probate case is not enough to sell or transfer the property. An additional Ohio proceeding, often called ancillary probate, may be required.

If there is a pending sale, mortgage, tax issue, or property expense, delays can become costly.

Read our article to learn when ancillary probate may be needed and what steps families should take next. 🏑

A pending sale often triggers ancillary probate in Ohio, freezing the transaction until the right court authority is in place.

Retirement accounts can create unexpected problems after a loved one dies, especially when beneficiary designations are ...
08/20/2026

Retirement accounts can create unexpected problems after a loved one dies, especially when beneficiary designations are outdated, unclear, or do not match the estate plan.

Because these accounts often pass outside the will, mistakes may not become obvious until money is already being transferred.

Understanding the beneficiary rules early can help families avoid bigger disputes later. πŸ’Ό

Even small mistakes with beneficiary designations or SECURE Act timelines can lead to significant tax and legal challenges.

When an LLC owner dies, the business does not simply disappear, but important ownership and management questions can ari...
08/11/2026

When an LLC owner dies, the business does not simply disappear, but important ownership and management questions can arise very quickly. The operating agreement, estate plan, probate process, and Ohio law may all affect what happens next.

Families and business partners should review those documents early before decisions are made or conflicts develop. 🏒

When one owner dies in a multi-member Ohio LLC, surviving members often continue operations while the estate handles ownership rights.

Being named executor can feel like being handed a summer project you never signed up for. πŸ“‚πŸ˜…β˜€οΈ Suddenly, you may be resp...
06/09/2026

Being named executor can feel like being handed a summer project you never signed up for. πŸ“‚πŸ˜…β˜€οΈ Suddenly, you may be responsible for court filings, estate assets, creditors, beneficiaries, and deadlines.

Our team helps executors and administrators handle the process with more confidence and fewer surprises. A little guidance now can save a lot of stress later.

Learn what estate administration really involves...

Learn how estate administration works in Ohio, what executors must do, common mistakes to avoid, and when estate disputes lead to litigation

Summer is better spent with family, not trying to decode probate court on your own.Probate can feel like a maze, especia...
06/02/2026

Summer is better spent with family, not trying to decode probate court on your own.

Probate can feel like a maze, especially when you are also grieving. There are forms, deadlines, notices, debts, assets, and court steps that may not be obvious at first. πŸ§Ύβš–οΈπŸ“‘

Our guide explains the Ohio probate process in plain language, so you can feel a little less lost.

Take a few minutes now to understand the process before the paperwork starts piling up. πŸ”

Learn how the probate process works in Ohio, when probate is required, how long it takes, and what executors must do. Speak with an Ohio probate lawyer now.

Estate disputes can bring out grief, stress, and a whole lot of uncertainty. βš–οΈπŸ’” When beneficiaries disagree, assets see...
05/27/2026

Estate disputes can bring out grief, stress, and a whole lot of uncertainty. βš–οΈπŸ’”

When beneficiaries disagree, assets seem missing, or an executor is not communicating, it can feel impossible to know what to do next.

Our estate litigation team helps clients sort through probate disputes with strategy, care, and clear next steps. πŸ‘¨β€βš–οΈπŸ€

Find out how Ohio estate litigation can help protect what matters.

Estate litigation in Ohio can involve will contests, trust disputes, executor misconduct, and beneficiary conflicts. Speak with HML Law about probate disputes to get expert advice.

Facing probate or thinking about contesting a will in Ohio? You may only have 3 months to act once notice is given. βš–οΈβ³πŸš¨...
05/19/2026

Facing probate or thinking about contesting a will in Ohio? You may only have 3 months to act once notice is given. βš–οΈβ³πŸš¨

Missing that deadline can permanently block our ability to challenge an estate, even if something feels wrong. β—πŸ“„πŸ˜³

Our Toledo probate attorneys handle will contests, estate disputes, and complex probate cases with urgency and precision.

Get your free case evaluation or call (419) 662-3100 before time runs out! πŸ“žπŸ“©

HML Law helps executors, heirs, beneficiaries, and families with estate administration, will contests, inheritance disputes, fiduciary misconduct, and probate litigation.

What happens to a business when an LLC owner dies in Ohio? It’s not as simple as you think...Ownership, control, and pro...
05/12/2026

What happens to a business when an LLC owner dies in Ohio?

It’s not as simple as you think...

Ownership, control, and profits can become unclear without a solid plan in place. Family disputes and operational disruptions are common if succession isn’t defined. βš–οΈπŸ“‰

Call (419) 662-3100 to get help to protect your business and legacy...

When one owner dies in a multi-member Ohio LLC, surviving members often continue operations while the estate handles ownership rights.

Inherited retirement accounts can create unexpected legal and financial problems. πŸ“„β—πŸ˜¬πŸ’ΌπŸ’°βš οΈOutdated beneficiary designatio...
04/29/2026

Inherited retirement accounts can create unexpected legal and financial problems.

πŸ“„β—πŸ˜¬πŸ’ΌπŸ’°βš οΈ

Outdated beneficiary designations often override wills, causing disputes and lost inheritance. These issues can surface quickly after death and become difficult to fix.

Learn the facts or call (419) 662-3100 to protect your inheritance rights.

Even small mistakes with beneficiary designations or SECURE Act timelines can lead to significant tax and legal challenges.

Handling an estate across multiple states? You may need more than one probate case. πŸ“‚βš–οΈOhio requires ancillary probate w...
04/27/2026

Handling an estate across multiple states? You may need more than one probate case. πŸ“‚βš–οΈ

Ohio requires ancillary probate when property is owned here, but the estate is opened elsewhere. Delays, confusion, and costly mistakes are common without proper guidance. β³βŒπŸ’Έ

Visit our website to learn the legal details, or call (419) 662-3100 to get help with the process.

A pending sale often triggers ancillary probate in Ohio, freezing the transaction until the right court authority is in place.

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