Attorney James F. Pross of the Elder Law Office of Kienitz & Pross will present on navigating the probate process in Maine. This course will cover the basics of the probate process, introducing attendees to important concepts and terms that people can expect to encounter if they have to navigate probate. It will answer questions like, “When is probate necessary?” “What are the personal representative’s responsibilities?” and “What are the key steps in the administration process?” This course is designed to be helpful to those who may be named as the personal representative in a loved one’s last will and testament, or to those seeking to understand more about what happens during the probate process. While the word “probate” invokes negative feelings for many people, understanding what the process entails and what it doesn’t should give attendees a little peace of mind about an often misunderstood process.