Top Probate & Estate Lawyers in Lucas County
Heban, Murphree & Lewandowski, LLC has over a century of experience helping families, business owners, and property holders in Lucas County.
We handle issues like contested wills and real estate transfers, using local knowledge and courtroom skills to resolve disputes and protect your interests.
Experience Where It Counts
Probate law in Ohio is rarely simple. Paperwork piles up, deadlines come fast, and emotions run high. Our attorneys, Kevin Heban, Kent Murphree, John Lewandowski, Jon Balcerzak, and Gina Wasserman, focus heavily on probate litigation, one of the most intricate areas of Ohio law. Few firms in Northwest Ohio dedicate as much of their practice to contested estates, inheritance disputes, and fiduciary misconduct.
We appear regularly before the Lucas County Probate Court and surrounding jurisdictions, guiding clients through every step of the process. Whether you’re contesting a will, disputing a trust, or simply trying to settle an estate efficiently, we bring a steady hand, a detailed plan, and clear communication from start to finish.
Probate and Real Estate Solutions for Every Situation
Our team assists families and fiduciaries with probate, opening estates, preparing filings, settling debts and taxes, and ensuring property transfers are correct. We also resolve disputes as experienced litigators, clarifying complex family and financial conflicts.
Our attorneys handle a full spectrum of probate and estate matters, including:
- Will contests and inheritance disputes. We represent heirs and executors in cases involving undue influence, lack of testamentary capacity, forgery, and other challenges to a loved one’s final wishes.
- Fiduciary misconduct and trust litigation. If an executor or trustee fails to perform their duties, we investigate, gather evidence, and pursue accountability through negotiation or the court system.
- Real-estate issues within estates. We prepare and correct deeds, oversee property sales, resolve title defects, and collaborate with realtors and title companies to ensure transactions proceed smoothly.
- Estate-related lease and property management. When estates include rentals, farmland, or commercial property, we help manage leases, collect rent, and ensure compliance with Ohio law until the estate is fully settled.
- Preventive planning and document review. We review purchase agreements, leases, and transfer-on-death designations to prevent costly errors and protect assets from future disputes.
Why Families Across Lucas County Choose HML
At HML Law, we genuinely care about you and your needs. We take the time to listen carefully to your goals, straightforwardly explain your options, and work with you to create a plan that feels doable and right for you. We believe in clear communication, which is why we return your calls quickly and keep you informed every step of the way in an easy-to-understand manner.
Our reputation in Toledo’s legal community is based on results and relationships. Clients refer us through financial advisors, realtors, and satisfied past clients who value our honesty and attention to detail. Our five-star Google reviews mirror these core qualities: professionalism, compassion, and efficient problem-solving.
Local Knowledge That Makes a Difference
Each county court has its own procedures, so understanding Lucas County Probate Court’s filing processes, deadlines, and hearings helps us streamline your case from start to finish, saving time and reducing stress. Plus, we also know several people down at the courthouse.
We proactively address deadlines that may surprise families. For example, Ohio law provides a limited timeframe to contest a will after receiving notice of probate. We help you act quickly to prevent your rights from being forfeited due to inaction.
A Clear Process from Start to Finish
Our process is simple: we listen carefully to your concerns, then outline a plan with timelines, costs, and decision points. You’ll always know what’s next, whether preparing court filings, negotiating a family settlement, or closing an estate-related real estate sale.
Our attorneys are both strategic and approachable, making you feel comfortable every step of the way. Whether we’re drafting a carefully worded settlement agreement or standing before a probate judge, you can trust that every case gets our full attention, care, and respect.
Serving Every Corner of Lucas County
While our office sits just outside Toledo in Rossford, we proudly serve clients throughout Lucas County, including Sylvania, Maumee, Perrysburg, Oregon, Ottawa Hills, and more.
We’re happy to provide remote consultations whenever possible and are always willing to meet clients in the way that’s most convenient for them. With our local presence and extensive experience, HML has become a trusted companion for families across Northwest Ohio as they move through challenging transitions.
Talk to a Lucas County Probate Attorney Today
Probate doesn’t have to be confusing, and you don’t have to handle it alone. Whether you’re settling an estate, facing a will contest, or protecting inherited property, we’re ready to guide you with confidence and clarity.
Contact Heban, Murphree & Lewandowski, LLC at (419) 662-3100 or schedule a consultation online to discuss your situation.